Robert B. and Ruth K. Lee Foundation Grant

Robert B. and Ruth K. Lee Foundation Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: The Robert B. and Ruth K. Lee Foundation
Amount: US $2,000 - US $5,000
Last Updated: May 17, 2025

Summary

The Robert B. and Ruth K. Lee Foundation Grant aims to enhance the quality of life in Greenville County, South Carolina. Established in 2000, the foundation supports diverse areas including arts, education, health, and human services. With no geographic limitations, it primarily funds programs benefiting the local community. Grants typically range from $2,000 to $5,000, emphasizing initiatives for the elderly, children’s programs in the arts, and literary projects. Organizations must be 501(c)(3) exempt to be eligible.

Overview

NOTE: Applications are accepted year-round. Applications must be submitted by the deadline. About the Foundation The Robert B. Lee and Ruth K. Lee Foundation was established under a trust agreement by Ruth K. Lee on May 3, 2000. Ruth K. Lee, a resident of Greenville County, South Carolina, created the trust exclusively for charitable, religious, scientific, literary, educational, or cultural purposes. Robert B. and Ruth K. Lee Foundation Grant Mission To improve the quality of life of the people of Greenville County, South Carolina and to have a direct impact on the community. Program areas Arts, culture, and humanities Education Health Human services Public/society benefit Religion Grantmaking Priorities There are no program limitations; however, the foundation’s primary fields of interest are: Programs for the elderly Higher education Music with emphasis on children's programs The arts, with emphasis on children's programs Churches Literary endeavors States served South Carolina Geographic Limitations There are no geographic limitations; however, the foundation has a practice of primarily supporting programs and organizations that benefit the people of Greenville County, South Carolina. Funding Average grant size: $2,000 to $5,000

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Organizations must qualify as exempt organizations under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.