The Kandell Fund
Preselected recipients only
The Kandell Fund is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $143,350 in 33 grants; the typical grant was $1,500 and the largest $25,000. 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$143,350
- Number of grants33
- Typical grant$1,500
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$270,346
- New grantees6%
Giving in 2025 was up from $140,350 the year before.
6% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $151,320 | 44 | $288,473 |
| 2024 | $140,350 | 37 | $278,885 |
| 2025 | $143,350 | 33 | $270,346 |
How to apply
The Kandell Fund 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 Kandell Fund funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 28 | $114,100 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $25,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $2,500 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $1,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $750 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Boston Symphony Orchestra | To further donee's exempt purpose | $25,000 |
| The Metropolitan Opera | To further donee's exempt purpose | $20,000 |
| UJA Federation of New York | To further donee's exempt purpose | $20,000 |
| Metropolitan Museum of Art | To further donee's exempt purpose | $15,000 |
| NYC Police Foundation | To further donee's exempt purpose | $15,000 |
| American Museum of Natural History | To further donee's exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| The Fund for Park Ave | To further donee's exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| New York Public Library | To further donee's exempt purpose | $4,000 |
| American Friends of Magen David Adom | To further donee's exempt purpose | $3,000 |
| Planned Parenthood of New York City | To further donee's exempt purpose | $3,000 |
| The Jewish Museum | To further donee's exempt purpose | $3,000 |
| Food Bank for New York City | To further donee's exempt purpose | $2,500 |
| St Judes Children's Research Hospital | To further donee's exempt purpose | $2,500 |
| Jewish National Fund | To further donee's exempt purpose | $2,500 |
| Jewish Community Relations Council - Ny | To further donee's exempt purpose | $1,800 |
| City Harvest | To further donee's exempt purpose | $1,500 |
| The New York Botanical Garden | To further donee's exempt purpose | $1,500 |
| American Foundation for Suicide Prevention | To further donee's exempt purpose | $1,000 |
| Entertainment Community Fund | To further donee's exempt purpose | $1,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity | To further donee's exempt purpose | $1,000 |
| Museum of the City of New York | To further donee's exempt purpose | $1,000 |
| Ny Public Radio | To further donee's exempt purpose | $1,000 |
| Riverside Symphony | To further donee's exempt purpose | $1,000 |
| Symphony Space | To further donee's exempt purpose | $1,000 |
| The Doe Fund | To further donee's exempt purpose | $1,000 |
| The Fresh Air Fund | To further donee's exempt purpose | $1,000 |
| United States Holocaust Memorial Museum | To further donee's exempt purpose | $1,000 |
| Whitney Museum of American Art | To further donee's exempt purpose | $1,000 |
| Parkinsons Disease Foundation Inc | To further donee's exempt purpose | $500 |
| Solomon R Guggenheim Museum | To further donee's exempt purpose | $500 |
| The Uso | To further donee's exempt purpose | $500 |
| The Humane Society of the United States | To further donee's exempt purpose | $300 |
| AARP Foundation | To further donee's exempt purpose | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Alice Kandell
- Debra Fechter
- Harry Moehringer
Questions people ask
Does The Kandell Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Kandell Fund give?
$143,350 in tax year 2025, across 33 grants, with a typical grant of $1,500.
Who runs The Kandell Fund?
Its 2025 filing lists Alice Kandell (Director), Debra Fechter (President) and Harry Moehringer (Vice President).
What does The Kandell Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, faith communities and environment and conservation.