Heilicher Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Heilicher Foundation is a private foundation in Minneapolis, Minnesota. In tax year 2025 it gave $453,500 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $22,000 and the largest $195,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$453,500
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$22,000
- Largest grant$195,000
- Assets$9.2 million
- New grantees22%
Giving in 2025 was up from $438,500 the year before.
22% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $478,500 | 9 | $6.1 million |
| 2024 | $438,500 | 10 | $9.0 million |
| 2025 | $453,500 | 9 | $9.2 million |
How to apply
Heilicher Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Heilicher Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 9 | $453,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minneapolis Jewish Federation | General operating | $195,000 |
| Smith Jewish Academy | General operating | $125,000 |
| Sabes JCC | General operating | $40,000 |
| Talmud Torah | General operating | $25,000 |
| Jewish Historical Society | General operating | $22,000 |
| Minnesota Hillel | General operating | $20,000 |
| Jewfolk Media Inc | General operating | $15,000 |
| Sha'arim Gateways | General operating | $10,000 |
| Minneapolis Chabad Lubavitch | General operating | $1,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Matthew Heilicher
Questions people ask
Does Heilicher Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Heilicher Foundation give?
$453,500 in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $22,000.
Who runs Heilicher Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Matthew Heilicher (President).
What does Heilicher Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.