The Lee Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Lee Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Timonium, Maryland. In tax year 2025 it gave $45,650 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $16,000. 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$45,650
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$16,000
- Assets$4,051
- New grantees39%
Giving in 2025 was down from $51,700 the year before.
39% 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 | $61,300 | 13 | $65,641 |
| 2024 | $51,700 | 13 | $11,714 |
| 2025 | $45,650 | 13 | $4,051 |
How to apply
The Lee Family 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 The Lee Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Maryland.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland | 5 | $30,000 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $7,850 |
| Virginia | 2 | $4,800 |
| Iowa | 1 | $1,000 |
| New York | 1 | $1,000 |
| Utah | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Baltimore Symphony Orchestra | Unrestricted Donation | $16,000 |
| Shriver Hall Concert Series | Unrestricted Donation | $11,000 |
| 31 501C(3) Organizations for 800 or less | Unrestricted Donations | $5,850 |
| Weta | Unrestricted Donation | $2,800 |
| The Nature Conservancy | Unrestricted Donation | $2,000 |
| Baltimore Museum of Art | Unrestricted Donation | $1,000 |
| Best Friends Animal Society | Unrestricted Donation | $1,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | Unrestricted Donation | $1,000 |
| National Geographic | Unrestricted Donation | $1,000 |
| Mercy Ridge Scholarship Fund | Unrestricted Donation | $1,000 |
| University of Iowa | Unrestricted Donation | $1,000 |
| WBJC FM | Unrestricted Donation | $1,000 |
| World Wildlife Fund | Unrestricted Donation | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Yuan C Lee
- Reiko Lee
- Bryan Lee
Questions people ask
Does The Lee Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Lee Family Foundation Inc give?
$45,650 in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs The Lee Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Yuan C Lee (President/Treasurer), Reiko Lee (Vice President/Secretary) and Bryan Lee (Trustee).
What does The Lee Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, environment and conservation and education.