Sol Stern and Rose Stern Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Sol Stern and Rose Stern Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Nashville, Tennessee. In tax year 2025 it gave $194,790 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $7,000 and the largest $49,500. 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$194,790
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$7,000
- Largest grant$49,500
- Assets$3.8 million
- New grantees26%
Giving in 2025 was up from $157,800 the year before.
26% 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 | $173,500 | 14 | $3.4 million |
| 2024 | $157,800 | 15 | $3.8 million |
| 2025 | $194,790 | 19 | $3.8 million |
How to apply
Sol Stern and Rose Stern Charitable Trust 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 Sol Stern and Rose Stern Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Tennessee.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tennessee | 19 | $194,790 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Congregation Sherith Israel | Charitable-religious | $49,500 |
| Akiva School | Charitable-education | $32,000 |
| Second Harvest Food Bank | Charitable-food safety | $12,500 |
| Gilda's Club | Charitable-cancer programs | $12,500 |
| Sexual Assault Center | Charitable-counseling | $12,500 |
| Gordon Jewish Community Center | Charitable-programs | $11,500 |
| Jewish Federation | Charitable-religious | $10,000 |
| Jewish Family Services | Charitable-senior programs and food safety | $10,000 |
| Jewish Middle School | Charitable-education | $10,000 |
| West End Synagogue | Charitable-religious | $7,000 |
| Nashville Zoo | Charitable-education | $5,000 |
| Kehilla High School | Charitable-education | $5,000 |
| Nashville Police & Public Safety | Charitable-medical testing kits | $5,000 |
| Holocaust Memorial | Charitable-education | $3,000 |
| Council on Aging | Charitable-senior programs | $2,500 |
| Book Em | Charitable-children book program | $2,500 |
| Alive Hospice | Charitable-end of life programs | $2,500 |
| Nashville Community Connections | Charitable-program for under fed families | $1,000 |
| Unicycle Nashville | Charitable-under privledge kids programs | $790 |
Officers and trustees
- Kenneth R Kraft
Questions people ask
Does Sol Stern and Rose Stern Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Sol Stern and Rose Stern Charitable Trust give?
$194,790 in tax year 2025, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $7,000.
Who runs Sol Stern and Rose Stern Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Kenneth R Kraft (Trustee).
What does Sol Stern and Rose Stern Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and human services.