The Gendell Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Gendell Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $60,000 in 58 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $10,000. 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$60,000
- Number of grants58
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$1.9 million
- New grantees31%
Giving in 2025 was up from $57,725 the year before.
31% 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 | $110,200 | 72 | $1.5 million |
| 2024 | $57,725 | 76 | $1.7 million |
| 2025 | $60,000 | 58 | $1.9 million |
How to apply
The Gendell Family Foundation Inc 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 The Gendell Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 13 states, the most to Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 19 | $17,500 |
| California | 2 | $10,300 |
| Georgia | 8 | $6,450 |
| Ohio | 4 | $5,750 |
| New York | 9 | $4,050 |
| Massachusetts | 3 | $4,000 |
| Illinois | 3 | $3,750 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $3,500 |
| District of Columbia | 5 | $2,750 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $750 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ikar | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Cincinnati Reds Community Fund | General & Unrestricted | $3,500 |
| Duke University | Chris Beyrer DGHI Director Fund | $3,500 |
| Greenwich Reform Synagogue Inc | General & Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| University of Chicago | Graham School Katia Mitova Distinguished Instructorship Fund | $3,000 |
| Greenwich Tree Conservancy Inc | General & Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Island Housing Trust Corporation | General & Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Marcus Jewish Community Center of Atlanta Inc | Mendel Ball for all - Scholarship Fund | $2,500 |
| Crossroads Community Ministries Inc | General & Unrestricted | $1,950 |
| Jewish Family Services of Greenwich Inc | General & Unrestricted | $1,800 |
| Neighbor to Neighbor Inc | General & Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| UJA Federation of Greenwich | General & Unrestricted | $1,200 |
| ALS One Inc | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee Inc | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Greenwich Inc | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Caring for Military Families the Elizabeth Dole Fo | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Family Centers Inc | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Girl Scouts of Connecticut Inc | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Wyoming School Foundation | Class of 1979 fund | $1,000 |
| Community Help in Park Slope Inc | General & Unrestricted | $750 |
| International Rescue Committee Inc | General & Unrestricted | $750 |
| Wyoming School Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $750 |
| At Home in Greenwich Inc | General & Unrestricted | $500 |
| Bagel Rescue Inc | General & Unrestricted | $500 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Greenwich | Celebrating the Annual Youth of the Year | $500 |
| City Relief Inc | General & Unrestricted | $500 |
| Crossroads Community Ministries Inc | Charitable Event | $500 |
| Feeding America | General & Unrestricted | $500 |
| Gina McReynolds Foundation | Charitable Event | $500 |
| Greenwich Emergency Medical Service Incorporated | General & Unrestricted | $500 |
| Harold Grinspoon Foundation | PJ Library of Greater Washington | $500 |
| Homes With Hope Inc | General & Unrestricted | $500 |
| Joe Burrow Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $500 |
| Neighborhood Studios of Fairfield County Inc | Donation for the Adopt-a-Camper campaign | $500 |
| New York Common Pantry | General & Unrestricted | $500 |
| Paramount Arts Centre Inc | General & Unrestricted | $500 |
| The Jewish Federations of North America Inc | General & Unrestricted | $500 |
| Ukraine Aid International | General & Unrestricted | $500 |
| United Nations Watch - USA | General & Unrestricted | $500 |
| United States Holocaust Memorial Museum | General & Unrestricted | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Bradley H Gendell
- Carin G Gendell
- David B Gendell
- Jeffrey L Gendell
- Marc S Gendell
Questions people ask
Does The Gendell Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Gendell Family Foundation Inc give?
$60,000 in tax year 2025, across 58 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs The Gendell Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Bradley H Gendell (VP, Dir), Carin G Gendell (Dir, VP), David B Gendell (Dir, Sec, Pres) and Jeffrey L Gendell (VP, Dir) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Gendell Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and human services.