The Mindel Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Mindel Foundation is a private foundation in Flushing, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $316,825 in 26 grants; the typical grant was $2,650 and the largest $100,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$316,825
- Number of grants26
- Typical grant$2,650
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$91,869
- New grantees62%
Giving in 2024 was up from $286,240 the year before.
62% of its 2024 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 | $286,240 | 21 | $242,969 |
| 2024 | $316,825 | 26 | $91,869 |
How to apply
The Mindel 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 Mindel Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 18 | $237,195 |
| New Jersey | 6 | $44,630 |
| Florida | 2 | $35,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hamptons Synagogue | Charitable | $100,000 |
| Mesivta Ateres Yaakov | Charitable | $41,480 |
| Manhattan High School | Charitable | $35,900 |
| Yeshiva Tifereth Moshe | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Kahal Chasidim of Surfside Inc | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Engelwood Shteibel Inc | Charitable | $23,500 |
| Oneg Shabbos and Yom Tov | Charitable | $17,200 |
| Young Israel of Bal Harbour | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Beth Medrash Govoha | Charitable | $9,000 |
| East Hill Synagogue | Charitable | $6,300 |
| Kehilat Tzeirim of Khal Chassidim | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Congregation Spinka | Charitable | $2,800 |
| Yad Chaya | Charitable | $2,800 |
| PEF Israel Endowment Funds Inc | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Aish Hatorah | Charitable | $1,800 |
| Chabad House Bowery (NYU Chabad) | Charitable | $1,800 |
| Cong Ramat Shlomo | Charitable | $1,800 |
| Yad Eliezer | Charitable | $1,800 |
| Binyan Yerushalaim | Charitable | $1,800 |
| Congregation Bnai Yeshurun | Charitable | $1,030 |
| Kollel Anshei Briarwood | Charitable | $1,000 |
| American Friends of Shalva | Charitable | $500 |
| Vshachanti | Charitable | $360 |
| American Friends of Lmaan Achai | Charitable | $200 |
| Chaveirim of Flatbush LLC | Charitable | $180 |
| Congregation Beloved Companion | Charitable | $75 |
Officers and trustees
- Morris Tuchman
- Nelson Tuchman
- Mitchell Adler
Questions people ask
Does The Mindel Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Mindel Foundation give?
$316,825 in tax year 2024, across 26 grants, with a typical grant of $2,650.
Who runs The Mindel Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Morris Tuchman (Trustee), Nelson Tuchman (Trustee) and Mitchell Adler (Trustee).
What does The Mindel Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.