The Norman & Sadie Lee Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Norman & Sadie Lee Foundation is a private foundation in Los Angeles, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.7 million in 28 grants; the typical grant was $7,500 and the largest $412,000. 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$1.7 million
- Number of grants28
- Typical grant$7,500
- Largest grant$412,000
- Assets$36.0 million
- New grantees29%
Giving in 2024 was down from $1.8 million the year before.
29% 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 | $1.8 million | 23 | $35.6 million |
| 2024 | $1.7 million | 28 | $36.0 million |
How to apply
The Norman & Sadie 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.
What The Norman & Sadie Lee Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 21 | $1.6 million |
| New York | 3 | $31,750 |
| Virginia | 1 | $20,000 |
| Colorado | 2 | $10,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles Philharmonic | Public support of organization mission | $412,000 |
| City of Hope | Public support of organization mission | $400,000 |
| Morgan Stanley Global Impact Funding Trust | Public support of organization mission | $212,750 |
| Los Angeles Opera | Public support of organization mission | $160,000 |
| Center Theatre Group | Public support of organization mission | $125,000 |
| USC Associates | Public support of organization mission | $115,000 |
| Venice Family Clinic | Public support of organization mission | $60,000 |
| Skirball Cultural Center | Public support of organization mission | $50,000 |
| American Friends of Magen David Adom (Afmda) | Public support of organization mission | $25,000 |
| Lucky Dog Animal Rescue | Public support of organization mission | $20,000 |
| Disabled Sports Eastern Sierra | Public support of organization mission | $10,000 |
| Enterprise for Youth | Public support of organization mission | $10,000 |
| Gold Trail Grange | Public support of organization mission | $10,000 |
| Lifemoves | Public support of organization mission | $10,000 |
| American River Conservancy | Public support of organization mission | $5,000 |
| Burn Institute | Public support of organization mission | $5,000 |
| Exhale to Inhale | Public support of organization mission | $5,000 |
| Hoover Institution - Stanford University | Public support of organization mission | $5,000 |
| Laura's House | Public support of organization mission | $5,000 |
| Los Angeles Museum of the Holocaust | Public support of organization mission | $5,000 |
| National Alliance on Mental Illness Greater la County (NAMI Glac) | Public support of organization mission | $5,000 |
| Performing Arts Center of la County DBA the Music Center (TMC) | Public support of organization mission | $5,000 |
| Prevent Drowning Foundation of San Diego | Public support of organization mission | $5,000 |
| Sos Outreach | Public support of organization mission | $5,000 |
| The Phoenix | Public support of organization mission | $5,000 |
| The UCLA Foundation | Public support of organization mission | $5,000 |
| Active Social Communities Inc DBA Volo Kids Foundation | Public support of organization mission | $2,500 |
| Aktiv Against Cancer Foundation | Public support of organization mission | $1,750 |
Officers and trustees
- Paul James
- Bryan Isaacs
Questions people ask
Does The Norman & Sadie Lee Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Norman & Sadie Lee Foundation give?
$1.7 million in tax year 2024, across 28 grants, with a typical grant of $7,500.
Who runs The Norman & Sadie Lee Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Paul James (Director and President) and Bryan Isaacs (Director, Secretary and Treasurer).
What does The Norman & Sadie Lee Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, arts and culture and health.