The Baler Family Foundation
Invitation OnlyNashville, Tennessee · EIN 81-4723786 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$23K
Organizations funded5
Typical grant$1,400
Total assets$16K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $104 and $1,512.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
40% of grants went outside Tennessee.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression Inc | Philadelphia, PA | General purpose | $20,000 |
| Worthy Books | Encinitas, CA | General purpose | $1,512 |
| Thistle Farms Inc | Nashville, TN | General purpose | $1,400 |
| Voices for a Safer Tennessee Coalition | Nashville, TN | General purpose | $104 |
| Nashville Public Media Inc | Nashville, TN | General purpose | $61 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $23,077 | 5 |
| 2024 | $1,300 | 2 |
| 2023 | $13,115 | 3 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Aug 13, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202622259349100142
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 81-4723786
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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