Ying Cai and Wann S Lee Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Ying Cai and Wann S Lee Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Walnut, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $179,090 in 27 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 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 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$179,090
- Number of grants27
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$40,000
- Assets$4.4 million
- New grantees41%
Giving in 2024 was down from $180,000 the year before.
41% of its 2024 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 | $180,000 | 27 | $3.9 million |
| 2024 | $179,090 | 27 | $4.4 million |
How to apply
Ying Cai and Wann S Lee Foundation Inc 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 Ying Cai and Wann S Lee Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 15 | $122,090 |
| Illinois | 2 | $43,000 |
| New York | 3 | $5,500 |
| Arizona | 1 | $2,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $2,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $1,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $1,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $1,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Illinois Foundation Harker Hall | Public support of org. Mission | $40,000 |
| The Huntington | Public support of org. Mission | $36,000 |
| Los Angeles Philarmonic | Public support of org. Mission | $25,000 |
| Southern California Public Radio | Public support of org. Mission | $20,000 |
| Museique | Public support of org. Mission | $12,000 |
| Public Media Group of Southern California | Public support of org. Mission | $12,000 |
| San Diego Korean American Center | Public support of org. Mission | $5,000 |
| Asian American Arts Alliance | Public support of org. Mission | $3,500 |
| Western Illinois University | Public support of org. Mission | $3,000 |
| Aquarium of the Pacific | Public support of org. Mission | $2,500 |
| Monterey Bay Aquarium Foundation | Public support of org. Mission | $2,500 |
| Doctors Without Borders USA | Public support of org. Mission | $2,000 |
| National Park Trust | Public support of org. Mission | $2,000 |
| University of the Pacific | Public support of org. Mission | $2,000 |
| Stray Cat Alliance | Public support of org. Mission | $1,500 |
| American Bird Conservation Association | Public support of org. Mission | $1,000 |
| Amnesty International USA | Public support of org. Mission | $1,000 |
| National Wildlife Federation | Public support of org. Mission | $1,000 |
| The Coral Reef Alliance | Public support of org. Mission | $1,000 |
| United States Fund for UNICEF | Public support of org. Mission | $1,000 |
| University of Ca Riverside | Public support of org. Mission | $1,000 |
| University of Ca Riverside Pioneer Fund | Public support of org. Mission | $1,000 |
| Wikimedia | Public support of org. Mission | $1,000 |
| Xerces Society | Public support of org. Mission | $1,000 |
| San Francisco AIDS Foundation | Public support of org. Mission | $500 |
| World Vision | Public support of org. Mission | $500 |
| Ford Theatre Foundation | Public support of org. Mission | $90 |
Officers and trustees
- Ying Cai
- Wann S Lee
Questions people ask
Does Ying Cai and Wann S Lee Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ying Cai and Wann S Lee Foundation Inc give?
$179,090 in tax year 2024, across 27 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Ying Cai and Wann S Lee Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Ying Cai (President) and Wann S Lee (Director).
What does Ying Cai and Wann S Lee Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and arts and culture.