Koh-lee Foundation
The Koh-Lee Foundation is a private foundation dedicated to supporting a variety of causes, with a focus on civil rights, human services, food security, and education. It provides grants to organizations that work in areas such as community support, food banks, and advocacy for democratic values. The foundation's funding reflects a commitment to enhancing community well-being and promoting social justice. It primarily serves organizations across multiple states, including Washington, D.C., Minnesota, Connecticut, and New York.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
Ideal Applicant
Small or local charities seeking modest one-time grants (typically under $5K), especially organizations with programs in Washington state or clearly described community services.
Good Fit
- • Request size aligned with small grants (hundreds to low thousands of dollars).
- • Demonstrable program activity or impact in Washington state.
- • Clear, concise case made via a personalized unsolicited letter.
- • Focus areas matching observed recipients (food security, youth services, community support, civic/advocacy).
- • Ability to supply basic charity documentation and contact details for follow up.
Geography
In the latest year grants reached organizations in five states, but roughly half of grant dollars remained in Washington state where the foundation is based.
Recipient Variety
The funder made 18 separate grants to 18 distinct organizations in the observed year across multiple mission areas, indicating a broad recipient mix for its size (though only one year is available).
New Applicants
Direct turnover across years cannot be assessed from a single year of data, but the foundation publishes application instructions that explicitly invite unsolicited correspondence and provides a named contact, address, and phone—signals that new applicants can plausibly apply.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
