Lee & Susan West Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Lee & Susan West Family Foundation is a private foundation in Lakeville, Minnesota. In tax year 2025 it gave $4,825 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $207 and the largest $4,592. 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$4,825
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$207
- Largest grant$4,592
- Assets$72,945
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $4,430 the year before.
50% of its 2025 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 | $3,823 | 2 | $41,148 |
| 2024 | $4,430 | 1 | $39,113 |
| 2025 | $4,825 | 3 | $72,945 |
How to apply
Lee & Susan West 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 & Susan West Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 2 | $4,799 |
| Georgia | 1 | $26 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Farmington Lutheran Church | Donation to a church | $4,592 |
| Individual | Support a high school booster organization which provides support to high school athletes | $207 |
| American Cancer Society | Support research to fight cancer | $26 |
Officers and trustees
- Lee D West
- Susan Bachman West
- ELISABETH AB McCUTCHEON
Questions people ask
Does Lee & Susan West Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Lee & Susan West Family Foundation give?
$4,825 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $207.
Who runs Lee & Susan West Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Lee D West (Treasurer), Susan Bachman West (President) and ELISABETH AB McCUTCHEON (Director).
What does Lee & Susan West Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and health.