The Joseph and Florence Mandel Family-
The Joseph and Florence Mandel Family- is a private foundation based in Cleveland, Ohio. Its 2024 filing reports grants to organizations in Ohio, Florida, New York, and other states, including arts and cultural institutions, educational organizations, and community organizations.
The Joseph and Florence Mandel Family- at a glance
In short: The Joseph and Florence Mandel Family- gave $5.0M across 85 grants in 2024 (avg $59K), mostly in Ohio. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $5,000,980
- -19.9% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 85
- -5.6% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $58,835
- -15.2% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $18,000
- Total assets
- $164,937,446
- +1.9% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- Ohio (51% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026.
How to apply to The Joseph and Florence Mandel Family-
- How to Apply
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The filing says the foundation does not restrict giving to preselected organizations. It uses no formal application form. Requests should include a project description and justification, the amount and term requested, pertinent financial information, and the organization’s IRS exemption status, including a copy of its exemption letter. The filing refers applicants to the application-policy response for deadlines and award restrictions.
- Contact
Application contact: Bradley S Smith President
Mailing address: 1000 Lakeside Ave E, Cleveland, OH 44114
Phone: (216) 875-6500
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The Joseph and Florence Mandel Family- funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Beyer Family Fund ($1.9M). Together the top 10 received $4.0M.
Grant Size Distribution
312 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 249 grants of 312 (80%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2024, 51% of grant dollars went to recipients in Ohio, 36% to Florida, 8% to New York, 2% to Washington, D.C., and 1% to Wisconsin.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 85 itemized grants.
States
Cities
How The Joseph and Florence Mandel Family- gives
- 77% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving grew 22% from 2021 to 2024. Method
- In 2024 it paid out 100% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2024). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $2.7M (2020) to $6.2M (2023). In 2024 it made 85 grants totaling $5.0M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Beyer Family Fund Cleveland, OH | General | $1,900,000 |
| Institute of Contemporary Art Miami Miami, FL | General | $500,000 |
| Institute of Contemporary Art Miami Miami, FL | General | $250,000 |
| University of Miami Miami, FL | Endowment Funding | $250,000 |
| Pine Crest Preparatory School Fort Lauderdale, FL | Project Designated Support | $153,667 |
| Hebrew Academy of Cleveland Cleveland, OH | General | $100,000 |
| Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County West Palm Beach, FL | General | $100,000 |
| Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County West Palm Beach, FL | General | $100,000 |
| Cornell University Ithaca, NY | Project Support | $100,000 |
| Oxbridge Academy West Palm Beach, FL | General | $100,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $164,937,446 | $19,209,656 | $13,549,203 | $5,000,980 | 85 | $5,000,980 | $16,518,372 | $4,983,403 |
| 2023 | $161,812,900 | $7,499,360 | $11,024,171 | $6,242,127 | 90 | $6,242,127 | $4,983,474 | $4,957,376 |
| 2022 | $159,165,575 | $5,418,709 | $10,054,233 | $5,557,697 | 84 | $5,557,697 | $2,130,283 | $6,156,698 |
| 2021 | $182,215,691 | $22,203,714 | $6,850,207 | $4,114,806 | 52 | $4,114,806 | $18,764,331 | $5,503,069 |
| 2020 | $143,259,703 | $19,572,691 | $5,256,211 | $2,716,181 | 1 | — | $16,729,307 | $4,029,829 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The Joseph and Florence Mandel Family- reported a distributable amount of $5.0M for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated October 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2024 grants show support for organizations including the Institute of Contemporary Art Miami, which says it promotes contemporary artists and the exchange of art and ideas; the University of Miami, which describes itself as a comprehensive research university; and Pine Crest Preparatory School, whose stated mission emphasizes students’ character, leadership, academics, arts, and athletics.
Other 2024 recipients include the Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County, which describes its work as strengthening Jewish identity and meeting human needs within the Jewish community; Hebrew Academy of Cleveland, whose mission includes Jewish and general education; and Friendship Circle of Cleveland, which says it provides social and recreational experiences for children with special needs and support for their parents.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation reported 85 grants totaling $5,000,980. Grant amounts ranged from $2 to $1,900,000, with a median of $18,000. Notable grants included $1,900,000 to Beyer Family Fund for general purposes; two grants to the Institute of Contemporary Art Miami of $500,000 and $250,000, both for general purposes; $250,000 to the University of Miami for endowment funding; and $153,667 to Pine Crest Preparatory School for project-designated support. Other reported grants included $100,000 each to Hebrew Academy of Cleveland, Cornell University, Oxbridge Academy, and the Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County, as well as $80,000 to Friendship Circle of Cleveland.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Michele M. Beyer, Robert C. Beyer, Anthony M. Beyer, and Timothy C. Beyer as trustees. Bradley S. Smith is listed as president and treasurer; Lavonda D. Napka as secretary; and Mark Madeja as assistant secretary.
The Joseph and Florence Mandel Family- is led by Bradley S. Smith, President & Treasurer on every filing since 2020; none of the 7 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Bradley S. Smith
President & Treasurer
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Anthony M. Beyer
Trustee
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Michele M. Beyer
Trustee
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Robert C. Beyer
Trustee
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Timothy C. Beyer
Trustee
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Lavonda D. Napka
Secretary
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Mark Madeja
Assistant Secretary
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about The Joseph and Florence Mandel Family-
How much does The Joseph and Florence Mandel Family- give each year?
The Joseph and Florence Mandel Family- gave $5.0M across 85 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $6.2M across 90 grants.
What is The Joseph and Florence Mandel Family-'s typical grant size?
The Joseph and Florence Mandel Family-'s median grant in 2024 was $18,000, and its average grant was $58,835, across 85 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does The Joseph and Florence Mandel Family- give grants?
The Joseph and Florence Mandel Family- gives mostly in Ohio: 51% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest states were Florida (36%) and New York (8%). The most frequent recipient cities were Cleveland, OH (16 grants), New York, NY (14 grants), West Palm Beach, FL (9 grants) and Palm Beach, FL (7 grants).
Does The Joseph and Florence Mandel Family- give general operating support?
Yes: 84% of The Joseph and Florence Mandel Family-'s 2024 grants with a stated purpose (71 of 85) were for general or operating support, per its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Recurring purposes include "Project Designated Support" (9 grants) and "Project Support" (4 grants).
Who are The Joseph and Florence Mandel Family-'s largest grantees?
The Joseph and Florence Mandel Family-'s largest 2024 grantees include Beyer Family Fund ($1,900,000), Institute of Contemporary Art Miami ($781,000 across 5 grants) and Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County ($270,000 across 4 grants), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 59% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is The Joseph and Florence Mandel Family-?
The Joseph and Florence Mandel Family- reported $164.9M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $5.0M in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $5.0M (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does The Joseph and Florence Mandel Family- fund?
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The Joseph and Florence Mandel Family-?
The filing says the foundation does not restrict giving to preselected organizations. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is The Joseph and Florence Mandel Family-'s EIN?
The Joseph and Florence Mandel Family-'s EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 32-0570943. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated October 2026.
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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