Thomas & Lisa Mandel Family Foundation
Accepts applications
Thomas & Lisa Mandel Family Foundation is a private foundation in Cleveland, Ohio. In tax year 2024 it gave $2.3 million in 24 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $408,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$2.3 million
- Number of grants24
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$408,000
- Assets$30.6 million
- New grantees42%
Giving in 2024 was down from $3.2 million the year before.
42% 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 | $3.2 million | 21 | $31.1 million |
| 2024 | $2.3 million | 24 | $30.6 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Lavonda Napka 1000 Lakeside Ave E, Cleveland, OH 44114 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (216) 875-6500 |
| What to submit | No formal application form is used. The following information should accompany any request: 1) description of project and justification for grant. 2) amount of grant requested and term or grant. 3) pertinent financial information. 4) IRS exemption status including copy of exemption letter. |
What Thomas & Lisa Mandel Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 21 | $1.1 million |
| New York | 2 | $150,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $50,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jewish Community Board of Akron | Project support | $408,000 |
| United Way of Summit & Medina Mandel Community Cen | Project Support | $200,000 |
| Case Western Reserve University | General support | $175,000 |
| Jewish Community Centers Association | General Support | $100,000 |
| Temple Israel | Project Support | $75,100 |
| Stewart's Caring Place | Project support | $62,500 |
| Syracuse University | Project support | $50,000 |
| Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh | Project Support | $50,000 |
| Akron Marathon Charitable Corporation | Project Support | $45,000 |
| Conservancy for Cuyahoga Valley National Park | Project Support | $30,000 |
| Akron Community Foundation | Project Support | $25,000 |
| Summit Artspace | Project Support | $25,000 |
| University Circle Incorporated | Project Support | $15,000 |
| Victim Assistance Program | General Support | $15,000 |
| Witan | Project Support | $5,000 |
| Goodwill Industries of Akron Inc | Project support | $5,000 |
| Leadership Akron | Project Support | $5,000 |
| Open Tone Music | Project Support | $5,000 |
| Mandel Jewish Community Center of Cleveland | Project Support | $2,387 |
| Lakeside Partners I | General | $195 |
| Foundation Investments of Ohio | General | $119 |
| Fio Pe LLC | General | $61 |
| Chester Capital | General | $40 |
| Simon Charitable Private | General support | $28 |
Officers and trustees
- Lavonda D Napka
- Mark A Madeja
- Stephen H Hoffman
- Jehuda Reinharz
- Scott S Cowen
- Adam B Langsam
- Brady J Hively
Questions people ask
Does Thomas & Lisa Mandel Family Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Thomas & Lisa Mandel Family Foundation give?
$2.3 million in tax year 2024, across 24 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs Thomas & Lisa Mandel Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Lavonda D Napka (President & Secretary), Mark A Madeja (Assistant Secretary), Stephen H Hoffman (Trustee) and Jehuda Reinharz (Trustee) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does Thomas & Lisa Mandel Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and human services.