Lee Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Lee Foundation is a private foundation in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. In tax year 2024 it gave $244,500 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $69,500. 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$244,500
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$69,500
- Assets$5.1 million
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2024 was up from $230,000 the year before.
25% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $205,500 | 9 | $3.5 million |
| 2023 | $230,000 | 8 | $4.8 million |
| 2024 | $244,500 | 8 | $5.1 million |
How to apply
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 Lee Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Georgia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | 1 | $69,500 |
| Virginia | 1 | $50,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $35,000 |
| Louisiana | 2 | $30,000 |
| Texas | 2 | $30,000 |
| California | 1 | $30,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Send Relief | General fund | $69,500 |
| Heart Cry Ministry Society | General fund | $50,000 |
| Samaritan's Purse | General fund | $35,000 |
| Grace to You Ministry | General fund | $30,000 |
| Allied Mission Church | General fund | $20,000 |
| Istrouma Baptist Church | General fund | $20,000 |
| Caring to Love Ministry | General fund | $10,000 |
| Texas Baptist Children's Home | General fund | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Thomas H Lee
Questions people ask
Does Lee Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Lee Foundation give?
$244,500 in tax year 2024, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs Lee Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Thomas H Lee (President/Director).
What does Lee Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.