Miina Sillanpään Säätiö

What Miina Sillanpään Säätiö does

Miina Sillanpään Säätiö is a Finnish non-profit foundation (yleishyödyllinen säätiö) established in 1965 and headquartered in Helsinki, operating in the research, development, and innovation (TKIO) domain of population aging. It was endowed by Helsingin Taloustyöntekijäin Yhdistys to preserve the legacy of Miina Sillanpää, Finland's first female minister (1897-1952), and serves elderly individuals, people with intellectual disabilities, and their caregivers across Finland. Its service portfolio combines digital self-serve tools (Muistipuisto brain health platform, Luontosivusto nature wellness website), community-based programs (Hyvän ikääntymisen olohuone living rooms in Helsinki, Mikkeli, and Tampere; SenioriKamu volunteer matching; Ikääntymisvalmennus aging coaching for people with intellectual disabilities), and research and policy activity (Sukupolvibarometri with E2 Tutkimus and TELA ry, Miina Sillanpään Tulevaisuusakatemia, and innovation competitions).

The foundation operates with 11-50 employees and is the sole owner of subsidiary Wilhelmiina Palvelut Oy, a 30-year-old elderly care services company. All participant-facing services and digital platforms are provided free of charge (maksuton). Revenue mechanics consist of public-sector grants (Sosiaali- ja terveysministeriö/STM, STEA), private foundation grants (La Carita -säätiö), regional welfare area funding (e.g., PIRHA for Tampere), the original endowment, and donations. Go-to-market is community-led: programs reach users through direct delivery, local implementation partners (Mikkelin Setlementti, Harjulan Setlementti, Kehitysvammaliitto, Tukena-säätiö), and digital self-service, with brand-building via SuomiAreena events, research publications, newsletters, and active social channels (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube). No public API, mobile app, or AI capability is disclosed; integrations are limited to MailChimp/Campaign Monitor for newsletters and Microsoft Teams for remote events.

Name

Miina Sillanpään Säätiö

Legal name

Miina Sillanpään Säätiö

Website

https://miinasillanpaa.fi

Company type

Private

Founded year

1965

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Miina Sillanpään Säätiö is a Finnish non-profit foundation, founded in 1965, that supports research, development, and digital services promoting well-being and inclusion among elderly individuals and people with intellectual disabilities in Finland.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Aging Well-being Services and Research

NAICS

Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities (624120), Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities (62412)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300)

akta.pro primary industry

Elder Services & Aging Support (BPAGAEAF)

akta.pro secondary industry

Community Resources, Social Services & Transportation Coordination (HLADALAK)

Keywords

• Aging well-being services
• Brain health platform
• Elderly community programs
• Volunteer matching services
• Aging research publications

Headquarters

HQ city

Helsinki

HQ country

Finland

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Foundation Endowment and Investments: The foundation was established in 1965 when Helsingin Taloustyöntekijäin Yhdistys decided to endow its assets to the foundation. The foundation operates as a non-profit with general public benefit purpose.
2. Government and Ministry Funding: Research and development activities funded through external funding including Sosiaali- ja terveysministeriö (STM) subsidies, STEA funding, and La Carita -säätiö grants. Some activities also funded through own resources.
3. Donations: The foundation accepts donations to support its mission and activities.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Miina Sillanpään Säätiö is a Finnish non-profit foundation that supports and conducts research, development, and innovation (TKIO) related to aging. It delivers free community programs for elderly people and people with intellectual disabilities (including Hyvän ikääntymisen olohuone, SenioriKamu, and Ikääntymisvalmennus), free digital self-service platforms for brain health and nature well-being (Muistipuisto and Luontosivusto), and research publications and innovation programs (Sukupolvibarometri and Miina Sillanpään Tulevaisuusakatemia).

Product overview

Miina Sillanpään Säätiö is a foundation that supports and conducts research, development, and innovation (TKIO) related to aging. The organization operates a portfolio of interconnected products and services centered on elderly wellbeing and social participation. Key offerings include Muistipuisto (brain health platform) and Luontosivusto (nature wellness website) as digital self-service tools; Hyvän ikääntymisen olohuone as a community-based concept; SenioriKamu for volunteer companionship matching; and Ikääntymisvalmennus (Keko) for wellness coaching targeting people with intellectual disabilities. The foundation also publishes the Sukupolvibarometri research and runs the Miina Sillanpään Tulevaisuusakatemia for innovation and research activities. The Ratkaisuja hyvään ikääntymiseen information session series connects these offerings with educational events across multiple cities.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Muistipuisto: Online service providing brain health and wellness activities including brain training and various engaging content
• Luontosivusto
• Ikääntymisvalmennus
• SenioriKamu
• Neuvokkaat naiset -materiaalipankki
• Sukupolvibarometri

Products and services

• Muistipuisto Free web-based brain-health and wellness platform providing cognitive exercises (brain training) and engaging activities to promote brain health and well-being for seniors. Users can engage individually, with a loved one, or as part of a group activity.
• Luontosivusto Free nature-based well-being website offering nature photographs, videos, stories, information and seasonal activities that deliver the wellness benefits of nature to elderly users.
• Ikääntymisvalmennus (formerly Keko-valmennus) Wellness coaching program for aging people with intellectual disabilities, providing education on aging, exercise, nutrition, and life planning. Includes STARTTI and JATKO training sessions, coach training, and the Keko-puisto online resource.
• SenioriKamu Social support project pairing home-dwelling elderly people with volunteers for companionship and meaningful shared activities, primarily outdoor excursions. Includes outcome events and volunteer training.
• Hyvän ikääntymisen olohuone Open community-based living-room concept providing a safe, low-threshold gathering space for elderly people to meet, participate in enriching activities, and find new meaning. Based on the Hyvän ikääntymisen etsijät group model integrating PERMA-V and SOC principles.
• Miina Sillanpään Klubi 65+ Club for people aged 65+ inviting members to try various activities, service ideas, and influence the development of future services for aging populations.
• Ratkaisuja hyvään ikääntymiseen -tietoiskusarja Free educational information session series for elderly people covering topics such as sleep, music, nature well-being, culture, and loneliness, with approximately 20 sessions held annually in Helsinki, Mikkeli, and Tampere.
• Sukupolvibarometri Research publication examining what different-aged Finns think about aging and generations, covering representation in democracy, intergenerational solidarity, and well-being society topics.
• Miina Sillanpään Tulevaisuusakatemia Future Academy including innovation activities (Miina Sillanpään jalanjäljissä innovation competition with 62 implementation proposals), Studia Generalia events, the foundation's publications series, and research funding programs.

Quantifiable outcome

• 80% of elderly participants experienced reduced loneliness
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration2 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• VäestöliittocoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 26 June 2026Co-organized SuomiAreena 2026 session on 'Pitkäikäistyvä Suomi' (Long-lived Finland) focusing on intergenerational trust and hope.
• E2 TutkimuscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 28 January 2025Co-produced the first Sukupolvibarometri (Generation Barometer) with Miina Sillanpään Säätiö and Tela ry. E2 is a Finnish research institute specializing in societal research and policy analysis.
• Työeläkevakuuttajat TELA ry (Tela)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 28 January 2025Co-produced the Sukupolvibarometri research on Finnish generational perspectives on aging. Tela represents pension insurance companies in Finland.
• Gery ry (Gerontologinen ravitsemus)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerCollaboration on nutrition education lectures as part of the 'Ratkaisuja hyvään ikääntymiseen' (Solutions for Good Aging) knowledge series.
• Enter ryminorGTM or Marketing PartnerCollaboration on internet usage training sessions, providing peer guidance for elderly on digital skills as part of aging well program.
• Mikkelin SetlementticoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerLocal implementation partner for Hyvän ikääntymisen olohuone activities in Mikkeli region.
• Harjulan Setlementti rycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerJoint project partner in SenioriKamu initiative (2023-2026), implementing buddy matching services for elderly in Helsinki and Lahti.
• Kehitysvammaliitto rycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerExpert partner for developing aging training content for people with intellectual disabilities.
• Tukena-säätiöcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner in developing aging training for people with intellectual disabilities, providing expertise and materials.
• Wilhelmiina Palvelut OycoreOthersFoundation-owned service company providing elderly care services, celebrating 30th anniversary in 2025. Part of foundation group.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• HelpAge International: Global NGO network focused on older people's rights, well-being, and inclusion. Operates at much larger scale and broader geographic scope than the foundation; comparable in advocacy and elderly empowerment mission.
• AARP: Large US-based non-profit focused on people 50+ with advocacy, research, and community programs. Comparable in mission and program breadth, but operates at vastly greater scale and serves a US-only membership model.

Direct peers

• Folkhälsan: Nordic social welfare organization with research, health promotion, and support services including elderly programs. Comparable in non-profit welfare mission, research output, and elderly-focused offerings in the same region.
• Ikäinstituutti (Finnish Age Institute): Finnish non-profit promoting active aging through research, training, and community programs targeting older adults. Closely comparable in mission, target audience (elderly Finns), and program-based delivery model.
• Gery ry: Finnish gerontological nutrition association collaborating with the foundation on nutrition education for elderly. Directly comparable in Finnish elderly well-being focus and educational program delivery.
• Vanhustyön keskusliitto (Central Association for the Welfare of the Aged): Finland's main advocacy and service-development umbrella for elderly welfare NGOs, offering programs on social participation and aging well. Directly comparable in mission, Finnish focus, and elderly well-being programs.

Others

• Sitra: Finnish Innovation Fund tackling societal challenges including aging society. Comparable as a Finnish non-profit funding research and innovation, but with broader thematic scope and much larger endowment.
• Setlementtiliitto: Finnish umbrella for settlement movement organizations (Harjulan Setlementti and Mikkelin Setlementti are implementation partners). Operates broader community programs but its member organizations deliver the foundation's local activities, making it a key delivery channel rather than a direct competitor.
• E2 Tutkimus: Finnish research institute co-producing Sukupolvibarometri with the foundation. Research-only organization with overlapping interest in societal perspectives on aging, but not a direct service provider.
• Tela ry: Confederation of Finnish pension insurers, co-producer of Sukupolvibarometri. Operates in adjacent aging-policy space rather than as a direct competitor; collaboration partner in research.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@miinasillanpaa
• Facebookfacebook.com/miinasillanpaansaatio
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/miina-sillanpaan-saatio
• Instagraminstagram.com/miina_sillan_paan_saatio

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles10 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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