Lee Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Lee Family Foundation is a private foundation in Highland, Michigan. In tax year 2024 it gave $48,309 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $1,500 and the largest $10,200. 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$48,309
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$1,500
- Largest grant$10,200
- Assets$451,549
- New grantees80%
Giving in 2024 was down from $52,327 the year before.
80% 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 | $52,327 | 12 | $425,912 |
| 2024 | $48,309 | 15 | $451,549 |
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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Lee Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 10 | $23,076 |
| Ohio | 1 | $1,750 |
| Washington | 1 | $1,110 |
| Texas | 1 | $600 |
| Indiana | 1 | $550 |
| Missouri | 1 | $300 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Support low - income families | $10,200 |
| Mike and Kelly Vetter | Support low - income families | $2,000 |
| Individual | Support low - income families | $1,810 |
| Alex and Jordan Magee | Support low - income families | $1,750 |
| Individual | Support low - income families | $1,750 |
| Dan and Krystal Fauls | Support low - income families | $1,750 |
| Individual | Support low - income families | $1,750 |
| Individual | Support low - income families | $1,500 |
| Individual | Support low - income families | $1,250 |
| Individual | Support low - income families | $1,110 |
| Individual | Support low - income families | $600 |
| Compassion International | Help children in need | $566 |
| Individual | Donation to non-profit organization | $550 |
| Reach the Forgotten | Donation to non-profit organization | $500 |
| Individual | Donation to husband/wife missionary | $300 |
Officers and trustees
- James A Lee IV
- Joyelle C Lee
- Roger V Crownover
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?
$48,309 in tax year 2024, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $1,500.
Who runs Lee Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists James A Lee IV (President), Joyelle C Lee (Secretary) and Roger V Crownover (Director).
What does Lee Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services.