Our Focus
Areas of Engagement
We operate through long-term investments in carefully selected fields where we have the experience, knowledge and capacity to make a difference.
Our Focus
We operate through long-term investments in carefully selected fields where we have the experience, knowledge and capacity to make a difference.
The Mandel Foundation’s mission is to contribute to the flourishing of the United States and Israel as just, inclusive, compassionate, and democratic societies and to improve the quality of life in both countries. We do this through investments in five areas of engagement, including leadership development, management of nonprofits, the humanities, Jewish life, and urban engagement.
Leadership Development
Investing in leaders of educational, nonprofit and public sector institutions with the aim of deepening their impact on the larger society.
Management of Nonprofits
Fostering excellence in the management of nonprofit and public sector institutions.
Humanities
Promoting the humanities as the foundation of human aspiration and human experience.
Jewish Life
Helping successive generations discover the meaning and significance of Judaism and Jewish culture, and contributing to the vibrancy of Jewish communities.
Urban Engagement
Supporting neighborhood and community development, as an expression of our commitment to just, inclusive and democratic societies.