Lee Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Lee Family Foundation is a private foundation in Sarasota, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $235,575 in 48 grants; the typical grant was $2,250 and the largest $50,000. 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$235,575
- Number of grants48
- Typical grant$2,250
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$2.0 million
- New grantees35%
Giving in 2025 was up from $30,325 the year before.
35% 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 | $33,750 | 34 | $1.8 million |
| 2024 | $30,325 | 43 | $2.0 million |
| 2025 | $235,575 | 48 | $2.0 million |
How to apply
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 Lee Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 16 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 16 | $101,350 |
| District of Columbia | 7 | $35,100 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $20,000 |
| New York | 2 | $16,200 |
| West Virginia | 1 | $15,000 |
| Virginia | 9 | $12,625 |
| Texas | 1 | $10,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $5,500 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $5,500 |
| Georgia | 2 | $5,100 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Temple Sinai | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Lehigh University Crew Team | Charitable | $20,000 |
| International Fellowship Christians and Jews | Charitable | $16,000 |
| Tunnel to Towers | Charitable | $16,000 |
| Department of Government Efficiency | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Van Wezel Center Performing Arts Foundation | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Leadership Institute Campus Reform | Charitable | $11,000 |
| Operation Homefront | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Selby Gardens | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Riverview High School Orchestra | Charitable | $6,000 |
| Judicial Watch | Charitable | $5,500 |
| St Jude | Charitable | $5,500 |
| Turning Point USA | Charitable | $5,500 |
| Alzheimers Association | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Holocaust Museum Memorial | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Shriners Hospital for Children | Charitable | $5,000 |
| The Ringling Museum | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Sarasota Middle School Band | Charitable | $4,500 |
| Florida Theatre | Charitable | $3,000 |
| The Heritage Foundation | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Coast Guard Foundation | Charitable | $2,600 |
| Wounded Warrior | Charitable | $2,600 |
| Asolo Repertory Theater | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Sheriff's Activity League | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Town of Sherborn Fire Department | Charitable | $2,000 |
| American Red Cross | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Salvation Army | Charitable | $1,000 |
| All Faiths Food Bank | Charitable | $500 |
| Capital Research Ctr | Charitable | $500 |
| Marine Corp Scholarship Fund | Charitable | $500 |
| Prager University | Charitable | $500 |
| Hillsdale College | Charitable | $400 |
| Venice Concert Band | Charitable | $400 |
| Vet Foreign Wars | Charitable | $300 |
| Marine Corp Heritage Fund | Charitable | $250 |
| Sarasota Orchestra | Charitable | $250 |
| Compassion & Choices | Charitable | $200 |
| Florida Sherrifs Assoc | Charitable | $200 |
| Memorial Sloan Kettering | Charitable | $200 |
| Mutts With A Mission | Charitable | $200 |
Officers and trustees
- Steven J Lee
- Karen A Lee
- Justin S Lee
- Megan A Lee
Questions people ask
Does Lee Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Lee Family Foundation give?
$235,575 in tax year 2025, across 48 grants, with a typical grant of $2,250.
Who runs Lee Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Steven J Lee (President), Karen A Lee (Trustee), Justin S Lee (Trustee) and Megan A Lee (Trustee).
What does Lee Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, arts and culture and education.