Patrick P Lee Foundation
Accepts applications
Patrick P Lee Foundation is a private foundation in Williamsville, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.4 million in 56 grants; the typical grant was $24,588 and the largest $250,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$1.4 million
- Number of grants56
- Typical grant$24,588
- Largest grant$250,000
- Assets$44.6 million
- New grantees54%
Giving in 2024 was down from $2.4 million the year before.
54% 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 | $2.4 million | 54 | $41.8 million |
| 2024 | $1.4 million | 56 | $44.6 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Patrick P Lee Foundation 5166 Main Street Suite 303, Williamsville, NY 14221 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (716) 844-3100 |
| What to submit | Patrick p. Lee foundation (the foundation) proactively identifies nonprofit organizations working in its focus areas of education and mental health. Nonprofits may also provide information on programs aligned with the foundation's stated goals in each focus area. The majority of grants are initiated by the foundation through direct contact or requests for proposals. As part of its scholarship program, the foundation provides education grants to select lee scholars through its distinguished lee scholar award. |
| Deadlines | The foundation board meets quarterly to approve grant awards. |
| Restrictions | The lee foundation is a private foundation dedicated to education and mental health. |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Patrick P Lee Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 39 | $1.6 million |
| Massachusetts | 9 | $151,129 |
| Florida | 1 | $122,000 |
| Delaware | 1 | $48,034 |
| Missouri | 3 | $14,982 |
| California | 1 | $600 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $250 |
| Virginia | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Build Promise | Capital campaign | $250,000 |
| Spectrum Health and Human Services | Capital project | $200,000 |
| Ocean Reef Community Foundation | Discretionary grants | $122,000 |
| Rochester Institute of Technology | Engineering scholarship program | $110,406 |
| University Psychiatric Practice Inc | Ub doctoral psychology internship | $92,400 |
| Compeer Buffalo | Mental health workforce initiative | $75,000 |
| Compeer Buffalo | Mental health workforce initiative | $75,000 |
| Envision Wellness Wny | Mental health workforce initiative | $75,000 |
| Family & Childrens Services of Ithaca | Mental health workforce initiative | $65,000 |
| Rochester Institute of Technology | Engineering scholarship program | $63,672 |
| Ecmc Foundation | Intensive outpatient program/help center | $51,600 |
| Daemen University | Mental health scholarship program | $50,000 |
| Niagara University | Mental health scholarship program | $50,000 |
| Sallie Mae | Dls | $48,034 |
| Catholic Charities of Buffalo | Mental health workforce initiative | $47,000 |
| NAMI Buffalo | Nami resource guide | $40,000 |
| Jericho Road Community Health Ctr | Mental health workforce initiative | $37,500 |
| Olv Charities | Mental health workforce initiative | $35,000 |
| Crisis Services | Documentary "my brother lost in time" | $28,744 |
| Christian Counseling Ministries of Wny | Mental health workforce initiative | $27,000 |
| Northeastern University | Engineering scholarship program | $25,631 |
| Wentworth Institute of Technology | Engineering scholarship program | $25,411 |
| Boston University | Engineering scholarship program | $25,087 |
| Canisius College | Mental health scholarship program | $25,000 |
| Canisius College | Mental health scholarship program | $25,000 |
| Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute | Engineering scholarship program | $25,000 |
| Syracuse University | Engineering scholarship program | $24,949 |
| Boston University | Engineering scholarship program | $24,641 |
| Northeastern University | Engineering scholarship program | $24,535 |
| Wentworth Institute of Technology | Engineering scholarship program | $24,535 |
| Erie Community College | Stem scholarship program | $24,484 |
| Niagara County Community College | Stem scholarship program | $18,000 |
| Onondaga Community College Foundation | Stem scholarship program | $18,000 |
| Onondaga Community College Foundation | Stem scholarship program | $18,000 |
| Alfred State College Development Fund | Stem scholarship program | $12,000 |
| Alfred State College Development Fund | Stem scholarship program | $12,000 |
| Department of Educationmohela | Dls | $11,540 |
| University of Rochester | Engineering scholarship program | $10,583 |
| Monroe Community College Association | Stem scholarship program | $9,000 |
| Monroe Community College Association | Stem scholarship program | $9,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Patrick P Lee
- Jane Mogavero
- Lee Wortham
- Barbara Rhee
- John Rhee
- Cynthia Lee
- Arthur Michalek
- Jon Pellish
- Suzanne Stern
- Amy Case
Questions people ask
Does Patrick P Lee Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: The foundation board meets quarterly to approve grant awards..
How much does Patrick P Lee Foundation give?
$1.4 million in tax year 2024, across 56 grants, with a typical grant of $24,588.
Who runs Patrick P Lee Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Patrick P Lee (Chairman), Jane Mogavero (Executive Director), Lee Wortham (Vice Chairman) and Barbara Rhee (Secretary) among 10 officers and trustees.
What does Patrick P Lee Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, education and community development.