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The Lee Family Foundation is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that has awarded a total of $281.1K across 72 grantees in 2024. This foundation operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only model and does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities are encouraged to explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share

NORTHERN ILLINOIS FOOD BANK
$110K
5%

The Cradle Foundation
$60K
3%

SHELLYS ANGELS SAVING STRAYS INC
$57.5K
2%
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Total No. of Grants
61
Median 1st year grant
$2.5K
Median 2nd year grant
$3.5K
Top 3 Grants
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to LEE FAMILY FOUNDATION?
No. LEE FAMILY FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does LEE FAMILY FOUNDATION give?
LEE FAMILY FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Illinois, Wisconsin, and Texas. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are LEE FAMILY FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from LEE FAMILY FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $2,500. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does LEE FAMILY FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, LEE FAMILY FOUNDATION awarded about 60 grants, totaling nearly $281 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did LEE FAMILY FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, LEE FAMILY FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 70 grantees. Recent grantees include NORTHERN ILLINOIS FOOD BANK, The Cradle Foundation, and SHELLYS ANGELS SAVING STRAYS INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to LEE FAMILY FOUNDATION?
LEE FAMILY FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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