Quick Summary
Name: Patrick P. Lee Foundation Inc Status: Active Grant Maker
Key Facts
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Annual Giving | $1,945,276 - $2,227,410 |
| Grant Range | $100,000 - $300,000 |
| Average Grant | $27,000 |
| Application Method | Rolling (Letter of Inquiry/RFP) |
Contact Details
Address: 5166 Main Street, Suite 303, Williamsville, NY 14221 Phone: 716.844.3100 Email: info@lee.foundation Website: https://www.lee.foundation/
Geographic Focus
Primarily funds in New York State, with focus on:
- Buffalo
- Rochester
- Syracuse
- Western and Central New York
Also funds in Massachusetts and Virginia
Funding Priorities
Education:
- Post-secondary scholarships for engineering and technology students
- Graduate scholarships for students training to enter mental health professions (psychiatric nursing, psychiatry, clinical social work)
Mental Health:
- Organizations serving adults with serious mental illnesses
- Mental health workforce recruitment and retention
- Family support services for mental health
- Mental health treatment and support programs
What They Don't Fund
- Individuals (must be 501(c)(3) or partner with one)
- Organizations outside their geographic focus areas
- Programs outside education and mental health priority areas
Application Method
The foundation uses a grant management system (Foundant) accessible from their homepage. Applicants can:
- Preview application questions using code "APPLY"
- Create a registered account
- Submit applications online
The foundation also issues specific Requests for Proposals (RFPs) for targeted initiatives. They welcome letters of inquiry from organizations aligned with their funding priorities and encourage scheduling calls with staff to discuss potential alignment.
Board meets quarterly to approve grant awards.
References
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