Benjamin Mandel Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Benjamin Mandel Foundation is a private foundation in Far Rockaway, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $139,326 in 64 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $16,435. 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$139,326
- Number of grants64
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$16,435
- Assets$2.5 million
- New grantees44%
Giving in 2025 was down from $146,534 the year before.
44% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $109,600 | 49 | $1.1 million |
| 2024 | $146,534 | 67 | $2.2 million |
| 2025 | $139,326 | 64 | $2.5 million |
How to apply
Benjamin Mandel Foundation 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 Benjamin Mandel Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 54 | $114,256 |
| New Jersey | 9 | $24,320 |
| Maryland | 1 | $750 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Religious charities | $16,435 |
| Individual | Religious charity | $15,000 |
| Individual | Religious charity | $10,800 |
| Individual | Religious charity | $9,371 |
| Khal Torah U'tefillah of New City | Religious charity | $5,000 |
| Hatzalah of Rockaway Nassau | Vol ambulance | $4,300 |
| Davis Memorial Fund | Religious charities | $4,200 |
| Torah Academy for Girls | Religious charity | $3,960 |
| Individual | Food pantry | $3,600 |
| Tomche Shabbos of Boro Park | Food pantry | $3,600 |
| Individual | Vol medical referal svc | $3,600 |
| Individual | Religious charity | $3,600 |
| Agudas Israel of Long Island | Religious charity | $3,170 |
| Individual | Religious charity | $2,800 |
| Individual | Religious charity | $2,500 |
| Achiezer | Community services | $2,500 |
| Individual | Religious charity | $2,500 |
| Individual | Religious charity | $2,500 |
| Ncsy | Religious charity | $2,300 |
| American Friends of Torah B'tzfat | Religious charities | $2,000 |
| Individual | Religious charity | $2,000 |
| Yeshiva of Kings Bay | Religious charity | $2,000 |
| Abcharity | Religious charity | $1,890 |
| Individual | Religious charity | $1,800 |
| Hatzalah | Vol ambulance | $1,800 |
| Individual | Religious charity | $1,800 |
| Individual | Religious charity | $1,800 |
| Cong Torah Center of Chestnut Ridge | Religious charity | $1,800 |
| Friends of Tiferet Tzion | Religious charity | $1,800 |
| Individual | Religious charity | $1,000 |
| Misaskim | Community service org | $1,000 |
| Individual | Religious charity | $1,000 |
| The Jewish Center for Special Educa | Special ed org | $1,000 |
| Individual | Vol ambulance | $1,000 |
| Individual | Medical research | $1,000 |
| Individual | Religious charity | $1,000 |
| Individual | Religious charity | $750 |
| Individual | Religious charity | $750 |
| Individual | Relgious srvices | $720 |
| Zaka | Religious charity | $510 |
Officers and trustees
- Benjamin Mandel
- Sara Mandel
- Margaret Wagner
Questions people ask
Does Benjamin Mandel Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Benjamin Mandel Foundation give?
$139,326 in tax year 2025, across 64 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Benjamin Mandel Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Benjamin Mandel (Trustee), Sara Mandel (Trustee) and Margaret Wagner (Trustee).
What does Benjamin Mandel Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, food and hunger and community development.