John & Gayle Lee Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
John & Gayle Lee Family Foundation is a private foundation in Tarrytown, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $260,000 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $65,000. 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$260,000
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$65,000
- Assets$6.6 million
- New grantees20%
Giving in 2025 was up from $240,000 the year before.
20% 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 | $220,000 | 15 | $4.9 million |
| 2024 | $240,000 | 16 | $5.7 million |
| 2025 | $260,000 | 10 | $6.6 million |
How to apply
John & Gayle 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 John & Gayle Lee Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 4 | $65,000 |
| California | 1 | $65,000 |
| Maine | 1 | $65,000 |
| Connecticut | 3 | $50,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maine Community Foundation | Community development | $65,000 |
| Smart | Education funding | $65,000 |
| Cancer Support Team | Health funding | $25,000 |
| St Ignatius School | Education funding | $25,000 |
| Documenting Hope | Health funding | $20,000 |
| Yale University | Education funding | $20,000 |
| Georgetown University | Education purpose | $15,000 |
| Blossom Hill Foundation | Education funding | $10,000 |
| Planned Parenthood | Health funding | $10,000 |
| NRDC | Environmental conservation | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Roger Lee
- Jocelyn D Lee
- Lauren Lee Stone
Questions people ask
Does John & Gayle Lee Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does John & Gayle Lee Family Foundation give?
$260,000 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs John & Gayle Lee Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Roger Lee (President), Jocelyn D Lee (Treasurer) and Lauren Lee Stone (Secretary).
What does John & Gayle Lee Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and health.