About us
We believe families navigating premature birth and medical vulnerability deserve practical help, clear information, and compassionate people beside them.
Our story
Heal the Heart Foundation is an IRS-recognized 501(c)(3) nonprofit based in Des Moines, Iowa. The Foundation was established to strengthen the circle of care around premature and medically vulnerable infants and the people who love them. We bring together practical resources, education, advocacy, and compassionate support so families can move forward with greater confidence and hope.
Heal the Heart Foundation improves the health, survival, and well-being of premature and medically vulnerable infants and their families through essential resources, health education, advocacy, financial assistance, and compassionate family support.
A future where every premature and medically vulnerable infant has the opportunity to survive, thrive, and grow within a supported and empowered family.
What guides us
Who we serve
The Foundation supports families experiencing financial hardship or living in underserved communities as they navigate premature birth, extended neonatal care, and life after hospitalization. Support is offered without diminishing a family’s dignity, voice, or role in decisions.
How we serve
Our work is grounded in responsible stewardship, lawful charitable practices, careful privacy safeguards, and clear communication. Assistance decisions are guided by demonstrated need, charitable eligibility, available funding, and program guidelines.
Our promise
We are committed to protecting family privacy, representing our work accurately, and using charitable resources responsibly. Our policies describe the standards that guide our programs, communications, and community relationships.