The Thai Lee Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Thai Lee Foundation is a private foundation in Austin, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $569,000 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $59,000 and the largest $500,000. 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$569,000
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$59,000
- Largest grant$500,000
- Assets$26.0 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was up from $227,000 the year before.
33% 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 | $1.9 million | 5 | $18.9 million |
| 2024 | $227,000 | 2 | $22.1 million |
| 2025 | $569,000 | 3 | $26.0 million |
How to apply
The Thai Lee 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 The Thai Lee Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 2 | $510,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $59,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center | An unrestricted grant to further the donee's exempt purpose | $500,000 |
| Johns Hopkins University | An unrestricted grant to further the donee's exempt purpose | $59,000 |
| Parkinson's Wellness | An unrestricted grant to further the donee's exempt purpose | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Thai Lee
Questions people ask
Does The Thai Lee Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Thai Lee Foundation give?
$569,000 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $59,000.
Who runs The Thai Lee Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Thai Lee (Trustee).
What does The Thai Lee Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health and education.