Grants
The work of the Mandel Foundation is grounded in the belief that exceptional leaders, inspired by powerful ideas, are key to improving society and the lives of people around the world.
Mort Mandel
The Mandel brothers established five areas of engagement to reflect the issues most important to them and the core beliefs that led to their success as leaders in the private and public sectors. Based on the philanthropic priorities and values established by the Mandel brothers, the Foundation is committed to five areas of engagement that guide our investments. These include leadership development, management of nonprofits, humanities, Jewish life and urban engagement. To learn more about these five areas of engagement, click here.
The Mandel Foundation does not accept unsolicited grant requests.
Our grant application process is by invitation only.
Our Grantees
The Mandel Foundation has a long history of funding partnerships based on five areas of engagement to support high-impact programs and institutions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to some of the questions most frequently asked about the Mandel Foundation and our grantmaking process.