Lee Oceans Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Lee Oceans Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2024 it gave $102,427 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $91,427. 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$102,427
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$91,427
- Assets$3.4 million
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2024 was up from $83,614 the year before.
67% 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 | $83,614 | 1 | $3.1 million |
| 2024 | $102,427 | 3 | $3.4 million |
How to apply
Lee Oceans 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 Lee Oceans Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 3 | $102,427 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Morgan Stanley Global Impact Funding Trust Inc | General & Unrestricted (SEE GENERAL EXPLANATION ATTACHMENT) | $91,427 |
| Cordell Marine Sanctuary Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Monterey Bay Aquarium Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Allison Lee
- Robert Lee
Questions people ask
Does Lee Oceans Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Lee Oceans Foundation give?
$102,427 in tax year 2024, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Lee Oceans Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Allison Lee (Dir) and Robert Lee (Dir, Pres, Sec, Treas).
What does Lee Oceans Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international, environment and conservation and animals.