The Eisner Foundation's mission focuses on identifying, advocating for, and investing in high-quality and innovative programs that unite multiple generations for the betterment of communities. They envision a just, inclusive, and thriving society where generations work together for everyone's benefit.
The Eisner Foundation supports organizations offering intergenerational solutions to society’s greatest challenges, including projects that involve more than one generation, benefit all participants, and strengthen communities. Their support spans various types of grants: General Operating Grants for unrestricted funds supporting an organization's overall operations, Project Support Grants for specific projects, Capacity-Building Grants for development and technological upgrades, Capital Project Grants for facilities work, and Opportunity Grants aimed at smaller or evolving organizations embarking on new initiatives. Grants typically range from $100,000 to $300,000, with Opportunity Grants providing up to $25,000 for innovative and entrepreneurial intergenerational solutions. The foundation evaluates potential partners based on criteria including efficiency, effectiveness, leadership, and a clear vision to address structural challenges through an intergenerational lens.