The Elizabeth and Eric Ward Family Foundation
Invitation OnlyCollege Grove, Tennessee · EIN 47-2259745 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$663K
Organizations funded9
Typical grant$10,000
Total assets$12.8M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $47,800.
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
33% of grants went outside Tennessee.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fellowship Bible | Brentwood, TN | Further exempt purpose | $511,155 |
| Nashville Rescue Mission | Nashville, TN | Further exempt purpose | $60,000 |
| Luke 92 | Franklin, TN | Further exempt purpose | $47,800 |
| Begin Anew | Nashville, TN | Further exempt purpose | $20,000 |
| Faith Family Church | Oak Grove, KY | Further exempt purpose | $10,000 |
| Angel Heart Farm | College Grove, TN | Further exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| Brightstone | Franklin, TN | Further exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| Cru | Orlando, FL | Further exempt purpose | $2,560 |
| Navigators | Boone, IA | Further exempt purpose | $1,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $662,515 | 9 |
| 2024 | $389,800 | 9 |
| 2023 | $1,290,500 | 7 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Mar 10, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202630699349100313
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 47-2259745
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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