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The Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel Foundation has awarded a grant of $50 million to The Cleveland Orchestra. The gift, one of the most significant ever made to a major symphony orchestra, is the largest gift in the Orchestra’s 103-year history and the largest grant in the Mandel Foundation’s 68-year history. On September 30, 2021, André Gremillet, the Orchestra’s President & CEO, announced the grant to the musicians and staff during a rehearsal. This grant will greatly strengthen the finances of the institution while increasing its impact in the local and global community.
Cleveland is fortunate to have an amazing philanthropic community. The Mandel Family gives me great optimism for our future. The Mandel Family also supports Justin Bibb for Mayor. Unlike the Ratners, who controlled Mike White [2], I have faith that the Mandel Family is operating NOT out of self-interest, but in the interest of our collective future.
Please watch their story here: https://youtu.be/bPHO5fq3xXA [3]