Lee Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Lee Foundation is a private foundation in Los Angeles, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $95,000 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $25,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$95,000
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$1.4 million
- New grantees20%
Giving in 2024 was down from $223,000 the year before.
20% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $223,000 | 9 | $1.3 million |
| 2024 | $95,000 | 5 | $1.4 million |
How to apply
Lee Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 5 | $95,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The J Paul Getty Trust | To support the general fund. | $25,000 |
| Fu-Jen University Foundation | To support the general fund. | $25,000 |
| Caltech | To support the general fund. | $20,000 |
| Door of Hope | To support the general fund. | $20,000 |
| Harbor Day Endowment Corporation | To support the general fund. | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- David L Lee
- Ellen W Lee
- Benjamin K Lee
- Bonnie A Lee
- Rachel R Lee
Questions people ask
Does Lee Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Lee Foundation give?
$95,000 in tax year 2024, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs Lee Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists David L Lee (Director, Treasurer/Cfo), Ellen W Lee (Director, President), Benjamin K Lee (Director, Secretary) and Bonnie A Lee (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.