The Anna M. Heilmaier Foundation was established in 1993 to honor Anna M. Heilmaier's memory, celebrating her passion for music and the arts alongside her dedication to healthcare. It aims to support non-profit organizations within Saint Paul and the East Twin Cities metro area, furthering her legacy in these fields.
The grant program by the Anna M. Heilmaier Foundation seeks to propel non-profit endeavors that align with its areas of focus. Specifically, the grants support chamber and classical music organizations dedicated to education and programmatic initiatives. Additionally, it backs organizations and programs aimed at healthcare, including the treatment of cancer, diseases of the eye, and other human body ailments, as well as medical research pertaining to these areas. The foundation operates with an annual grant-making budget of approximately $300,000, capping individual annual grants at $50,000. However, for significant capital projects, it considers larger grants up to $150,000, distributed in annual payments over several years.