Eisen-Wald Foundation
Accepts applications
Eisen-Wald Foundation is a private foundation in Nashville, Tennessee. In tax year 2025 it gave $131,186 in 22 grants; the typical grant was $2,468 and the largest $55,500. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$131,186
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$2,468
- Largest grant$55,500
- Assets$2.8 million
- New grantees5%
Giving in 2025 was up from $130,168 the year before.
5% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $129,000 | 23 | $2.5 million |
| 2024 | $130,168 | 21 | $2.6 million |
| 2025 | $131,186 | 22 | $2.8 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Nan E Speller 5952 Sedberry Road, Nashville, TN 37205-3246 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (615) 352-7575 |
| What to submit | Written application requesting funds |
What Eisen-Wald Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Tennessee.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tennessee | 18 | $125,686 |
| Missouri | 1 | $2,500 |
| New York | 2 | $2,000 |
| Alabama | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jewish Federation of Nashville & Middle Tennessee | General use | $55,500 |
| Jewish Family Services of Nashville & Middle Tennessee | General use | $11,500 |
| The Temple | General use | $10,000 |
| Vanderbilt University - Ann F Eisenstein Women's Heart Service | General use | $10,000 |
| Vanderbilt University - Bernard Fensterwald Memorial Scholarship Fund | General use | $10,000 |
| Behavioral Health Foundation | General use | $7,500 |
| Abe's Garden Community | General | $4,000 |
| Nashville Symphony | General use | $3,500 |
| Gordon Jewish Community Center of Nashville | General use | $2,500 |
| University School of Nashville | General use | $2,500 |
| Mary Institute and Saint Louis Country Day School | General | $2,500 |
| Temple Beth-El | General use | $2,436 |
| Casa Inc Davidson Co | General use | $1,500 |
| Nashville Holocaust Memorial | General use | $1,500 |
| Agewell Middle TN | General use | $1,000 |
| American Jewish Committee Global Jewish Advocacy | General use | $1,000 |
| Anti-Defamation League | General use | $1,000 |
| Southern Poverty Law Center | General use | $1,000 |
| Akiva School | General use | $750 |
| Park Center | General use | $500 |
| Room in the Inn | General use | $500 |
| Urban Housing Solutions | General use | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Daniel B Eisenstein
- Stephanie S Townsend
- Rachel E Hauber
- Nan E Speller
- Andrew L Speller
Questions people ask
Does Eisen-Wald Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Eisen-Wald Foundation give?
$131,186 in tax year 2025, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $2,468.
Who runs Eisen-Wald Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Daniel B Eisenstein (President), Stephanie S Townsend (Vice Preside), Rachel E Hauber (Vice Preside) and Nan E Speller (Secretary) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Eisen-Wald Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and human services.