Lee Graff Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Lee Graff Foundation is a private foundation in San Clemente, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $154,004 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $16,000 and the largest $40,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$154,004
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$16,000
- Largest grant$40,000
- Assets$2.9 million
- New grantees56%
Giving in 2025 was up from $145,983 the year before.
56% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $119,305 | 12 | $2.4 million |
| 2024 | $145,983 | 11 | $2.7 million |
| 2025 | $154,004 | 11 | $2.9 million |
How to apply
Lee Graff 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
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 7 | $103,004 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $40,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $4,000 |
| Nevada | 1 | $4,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Break the Chain Kennel Kru | Charitable | $40,000 |
| Segerstrom Center For The Arts | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Choc Foundation | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Osha Foundation | Charitable | $19,000 |
| Individual | Charitable | $17,504 |
| SCHS Girls Soccer Booster Club | Charitable | $16,000 |
| Tim Tebow Foundation | Charitable | $4,000 |
| Catching Hope Foundation | Charitable | $4,000 |
| Pet Project Foundation | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Make A Wish Foundation | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Individual | Charitable | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Jasmine Morielli
- Victoria Schaffer
Questions people ask
Does Lee Graff Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Lee Graff Foundation give?
$154,004 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $16,000.
Who runs Lee Graff Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Jasmine Morielli (Trustee) and Victoria Schaffer (Trustee).