The fund was established in March 2024 on the initiative of the family of Jiří Bělohlávek, particularly his wife, Mrs. Anna Fejérová. It is administered as a donor fund under the Czech Phil Foundation, with the purpose of preserving both the artistic and human legacy of Jiří Bělohlávek, former Chief Conductor of the Czech Philharmonic.
talented young musicians
purchase and loan of musical instruments
scholarships, awards, and grants for specific artistic projects
cultural and educational organizations
If you are requesting financial assistance, an instrument loan, or another form of support, please fill out the application form. Grants are awarded by the foundation’s Board of Trustees based on the recommendation of the donor fund’s grant committee members.
"My husband met kind souls along his path who supported him at the start of his career, and he wanted to pass on that kindness — with this fund, we are continuing that tradition. Working with young people always brought him joy and fulfillment."
— Anna Fejérová
Support young talents with a one-time contribution or regular donation. We also accept gifts in the form of string instruments to be loaned to young musicians. Zdenka Bodor will be happy to discuss your questions and the ways you can contribute.
Zdenka Bodor
Donor fund account number:
6643716309/0800
was established in 2019 at the initiative of the Czech Philharmonic as well as other institutions and musical figures. The award is presented annually to young Czech artists under the age of thirty who have achieved exceptional success in their field while preserving the tradition of Czech music both at home and abroad.
The laureate is selected by a seven-member committee composed of representatives of institutions with which Jiří Bělohlávek was professionally associated. The recipient receives a financial prize of CZK 50,000, which has been provided since 2025 by the Jiří Bělohlávek Donor-Advised Fund within the Czech Philharmonic Foundation.
Marek Kozák
The 2025 Jiří Bělohlávek Award was presented to pianist Marek Kozák. The award was accepted on his behalf by his fiancée, bassoonist Denisa Beňovská.
Anna Paulová
Clarinetist Anna Paulová, recipient of the 2024 Jiří Bělohlávek Award
Vilém Vlček
Cellist Vilém Vlček, recipient of the 2023 Jiří Bělohlávek Award
Petr Nekoranec
Tenor Petr Nekoranec, recipient of the 2022 Jiří Bělohlávek Award
Jan Mráček
Violinist Jan Mráček, recipient of the 2021 Jiří Bělohlávek Award
Robert Kružík
Conductor Robert Kružík, recipient of the 2020 Jiří Bělohlávek Award
Kateřina Javůrková
Horn player Kateřina Javůrková, recipient of the 2019 Jiří Bělohlávek Award
donated by Mr. Marek Jerie. It is currently on loan to conservatory student Barbora Cipriánová.
donated by Mrs. Anna Fejérová. The piano is currently housed in the Hernych Villa, which serves as the cultural center of the Municipal Museum in Ústí nad Orlicí. It is available there for chamber concerts, including competitions for young talents.
Anna Fejérová, wife of Jiří Bělohlávek, musician
Marie Jedličková, daughter of Jiří Bělohlávek, teacher at the Waldorf School in Brno
Zuzana Bělohlávková, daughter of Jiří Bělohlávek, coach in conscious bodywork
Tomáš Jedlička, son-in-law of Jiří Bělohlávek, headmaster of the Waldorf School in Brno
David Bárta, son-in-law of Jiří Bělohlávek
Jiří Vodička, violinist, concertmaster of the Czech Philharmonic
Tomáš Hanus, conductor, Music Director of the Welsh National Opera
Jakub Hrůša, Chief Conductor of the Bamberg Symphony, Music Director of the Royal Opera House in London, and Principal Guest Conductor of the Czech Philharmonic
Marek Jerie, cellist, member of the Guarneri Trio Prague
Jan Bartoš, pianist
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