The Middendorf Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Middendorf Family Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.3 million in 12 grants; the typical grant was $87,500 and the largest $325,000. 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$1.3 million
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$87,500
- Largest grant$325,000
- Assets$20.9 million
- New grantees8%
Giving in 2025 was up from $975,000 the year before.
8% 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 | $825,000 | 12 | $18.9 million |
| 2024 | $975,000 | 13 | $20.0 million |
| 2025 | $1.3 million | 12 | $20.9 million |
How to apply
The Middendorf Family 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 The Middendorf Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 9 | $1.1 million |
| New York | 1 | $125,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $75,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $20,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missionary Society Salesian Sisters | General charitable purposes | $325,000 |
| Our Lady of Mississippi Valley | General charitable purposes | $150,000 |
| Fish of Sanibel | General charitable purposes | $125,000 |
| Sanibel Captiva Conservation Foundation | General charitable purposes | $125,000 |
| Katie's House Inc | General charitable purposes | $125,000 |
| Community Housing and Resources Inc | General operating | $100,000 |
| University of Cincinatti Athletics | General charitable purposes | $75,000 |
| Ding Darling Wildlife Society | General charitable purposes | $75,000 |
| Sanibel Community Association | General charitable purposes | $75,000 |
| United Way of Lee County | General charitable purposes | $50,000 |
| Clinic for Rehab of Wildlife | General charitable purposes | $25,000 |
| Mayo Clinic | General charitable purposes | $20,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Patricia A Middendorf
- Deutsche Bank Trust Company N A
Questions people ask
Does The Middendorf Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Middendorf Family Foundation give?
$1.3 million in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $87,500.
Who runs The Middendorf Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Patricia A Middendorf (Co-Trustee) and Deutsche Bank Trust Company N A (Trustee).
What does The Middendorf Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation and health.