Thomas G & Andrea Mendell Foundation
The Thomas G & Andrea Mendell Foundation is a private foundation based in New York, NY. Its stated primary purpose is to support other tax-exempt organizations through contributions; it reports that it does not conduct direct charitable activities.
Thomas G & Andrea Mendell Foundation at a glance
In short: Thomas G & Andrea Mendell Foundation gave $218K across 45 grants in 2025 (avg $5K), mostly in New York. 14% of 2025 grantees were new. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $218,153
- -25.6% vs 2024
- Grants made (2025)
- 45
- -4.3% vs 2024
- Average grant
- $4,848
- -22.3% vs 2024
- Median grant
- $1,000
- Total assets
- $801,513
- +4.1% vs 2024
- New grantees (estimate)
- 14% first-time grantees (6 of 44, 2025)
- Primary geography
- New York (52% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2025; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to Thomas G & Andrea Mendell Foundation
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
- Contact
Mailing address: 777 Third Avenue Suite 2103, New York, NY 10017
Phone: (212) 705-0156
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Thomas G & Andrea Mendell Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was Tufts University ($31K). Together the top 10 received $179K.
Grant Size Distribution
210 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 209 grants of 210 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2025, grant dollars were reported across recipient states as follows: New York, 52%; Massachusetts, 21%; Tennessee, 11%; Connecticut, 10%; Vermont, 2%; and Pennsylvania, 2%.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2025 grant dollars across all 45 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Is Thomas G & Andrea Mendell Foundation open to new grantees?
14%
first-time grantees, 2025
In 2025, 6 of 44 grantees (14%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $3K; repeat grants $5K. How we count
Medians: $750 first-time, $1K repeat.
- 84% of 2025 grantees were also funded in 2024. Method
- Giving grew 32% from 2022 to 2025. Method
- In 2025 it paid out 294% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2021–2025). 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 2021 to 2025, annual grant giving ranged from $126K (2021) to $293K (2024). In 2025 it made 45 grants totaling $218K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tufts University Medford, MA | Charitable Contribution | $30,531 |
| Cancer Research Institute New York, NY | Charitable Contribution | $25,000 |
| The Jed Foundation New York, NY | Charitable Contribution | $25,000 |
| Vanderbilt University Nashville, TN | Charitable Contribution | $24,867 |
| Connecticut College New London, CT | Charitable Contribution | $19,747 |
| Anti-Defamation League New York, NY | Charitable Contribution | $15,265 |
| Mentor National Mentoring Partnership Inc Boston, MA | Charitable Contribution | $14,893 |
| Manhattan Theatre Club New York, NY | Charitable Contribution | $8,500 |
| Brain & Behavior Research Foundation New York, NY | Charitable Contribution | $5,000 |
| Common Ground Center Staksboro, VT | Charitable Contribution | $5,000 |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $801,513 | $331,634 | $225,882 | $218,153 | 45 | $220,982 | $130,287 | $75,266 |
| 2024 | $769,996 | $352,124 | $299,867 | $293,401 | 47 | $295,901 | $49,719 | $72,447 |
| 2023 | $616,623 | $57,487 | $191,533 | $180,634 | 38 | $183,259 | $54,040 | $66,381 |
| 2022 | $684,676 | $241,603 | $172,345 | $165,850 | 40 | $168,350 | $239,352 | $79,443 |
| 2021 | $662,292 | $418,029 | $130,250 | $125,900 | 40 | — | $115,554 | $66,647 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Thomas G & Andrea Mendell Foundation reported a distributable amount of $75K for 2025 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation states that its primary purpose is to support, by contributions, other organizations exempt from tax. Its 2025 grants went to organizations including universities, research organizations, and cultural and community organizations. The grantees describe their own work in varied terms: for example, The JED Foundation says its mission is to protect emotional health and prevent suicide among teens and young adults, while Manhattan Theatre Club describes work producing and developing theatre and providing education programs.
Grantmaking
In 2025, the foundation reported 45 grants totaling $218,153. Grant amounts ranged from $100 to $30,531, with a median of $1,000. Its largest listed grants included $30,531 to Tufts University, $25,000 each to Cancer Research Institute and The JED Foundation, $24,867 to Vanderbilt University, and $19,747 to Connecticut College.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2025 filing lists Thomas G Mendell and Andrea Mendell as trustees.
Thomas G & Andrea Mendell Foundation's 2025 filing lists 2 officers; none of the 2 officers listed in 2025 report compensation.
Officers on the 2025 filing
Andrea Mendell
Trustee
On filings since 2021
No compensation reported
Thomas G. Mendell
Trustee
On filings since 2021
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2021–2025. "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 Thomas G & Andrea Mendell Foundation
How much does Thomas G & Andrea Mendell Foundation give each year?
Thomas G & Andrea Mendell Foundation gave $218K across 45 grants in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2024 it gave $293K across 47 grants.
What is Thomas G & Andrea Mendell Foundation's typical grant size?
Thomas G & Andrea Mendell Foundation's median grant in 2025 was $1,000, and its average grant was $4,848, across 45 grants on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from Thomas G & Andrea Mendell Foundation that year got $3K on average.
Where does Thomas G & Andrea Mendell Foundation give grants?
Thomas G & Andrea Mendell Foundation gives mostly in New York: 52% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest states were Massachusetts (21%) and Tennessee (11%). The most frequent recipient cities were New York, NY (27 grants) and Boston, MA (2 grants).
Who are Thomas G & Andrea Mendell Foundation's largest grantees?
Thomas G & Andrea Mendell Foundation's largest 2025 grantees include Tufts University ($30,531), Cancer Research Institute ($25,000) and The Jed Foundation ($25,000), according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 37% of its itemized 2025 grant dollars.
How large is Thomas G & Andrea Mendell Foundation?
Thomas G & Andrea Mendell Foundation reported $802K in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $221K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $75K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does Thomas G & Andrea Mendell Foundation fund?
The foundation states that its primary purpose is to support, by contributions, other organizations exempt from tax. Its 2025 grants went to organizations including universities, research organizations, and cultural and community organizations. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Thomas G & Andrea Mendell Foundation?
The foundation makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Thomas G & Andrea Mendell Foundation's EIN?
Thomas G & Andrea Mendell Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 13-3437893. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2021–2025.
Does Thomas G & Andrea Mendell Foundation accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2021–2025
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