H S Lee Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
H S Lee Family Foundation is a private foundation in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $3.0 million in 4 grants; the typical grant was $650,000 and the largest $1.7 million. 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$3.0 million
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$650,000
- Largest grant$1.7 million
- Assets$1.9 million
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2025 was up from $1.4 million the year before.
25% of its 2025 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 | $3.0 million | 6 | $6.0 million |
| 2024 | $1.4 million | 5 | $4.5 million |
| 2025 | $3.0 million | 4 | $1.9 million |
How to apply
H S Lee Family 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 H S Lee Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $1.7 million |
| New Jersey | 1 | $1.0 million |
| California | 1 | $300,000 |
| Alaska | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Lehigh University | General operating support | $1.7 million |
| Seoul National University Foundation Inc | General operating support | $1.0 million |
| Surgical Education International | General operating support | $300,000 |
| Calista Education and Culture Inc | General operating support | $25,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Hyo Sang Lee
- Soo Lee
- Arnold H Lee
Questions people ask
Does H S Lee Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does H S Lee Family Foundation give?
$3.0 million in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $650,000.
Who runs H S Lee Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Hyo Sang Lee (President), Soo Lee (Vice-President) and Arnold H Lee (Treasurer).
What does H S Lee Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.