Lee Foundation
Invitation OnlyBaton Rouge, Louisiana · EIN 72-1452245 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$244K
Organizations funded8
Typical grant$20,000
Total assets$5.1M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $10,000 and $35,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2024 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
75% of grants went outside Louisiana.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Send Relief | Alpharetta, GA | General fund | $69,500 |
| Heart Cry Ministry Society | Radford, VA | General fund | $50,000 |
| Samaritan's Purse | Boone, NC | General fund | $35,000 |
| Grace to You Ministry | Panoramo City, CA | General fund | $30,000 |
| Allied Mission Church | Round Rock, TX | General fund | $20,000 |
| Istrouma Baptist Church | Baton Rouge, LA | General fund | $20,000 |
| Caring to Love Ministry | Baton Rouge, LA | General fund | $10,000 |
| Texas Baptist Children's Home | Round Rock, TX | General fund | $10,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $244,500 | 8 |
| 2023 | $230,000 | 8 |
| 2022 | $205,500 | 9 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 17, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202523219349103062
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 72-1452245
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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