University of Rochester School of Nursing Honors Lee Foundation
The University of Rochester School of Nursing selected the Lee Foundation to receive the John N. Wilder Award. The award, named for the first president of the University’s Board of Trustees, recognizes an individual, family or foundation for their outstanding philanthropic leadership.
In 2019, to address the mental health workforce shortage, the Lee Foundation awarded $217,500 to the School of Nursing to create scholarships for students enrolled in the Family Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner program. The grant funds were matched dollar for dollar by the School of Nursing and were designated for individuals from Western New York.
Recent Posts
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Annual Convening of Lee Scholars
In 2023, the Lee Foundation provided scholarships to 86 students pursuing BS and AS degrees in engineering and other STEM fields.
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$1 Million in Grants to Support the Mental Health Workforce Announced
The Lee Foundation is pleased to announce 10 grants totaling $1,071,936 to promote recruitment and retention at mental health organizations serving western and central New York.
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Looking Ahead From a Landmark Year
Lee Foundation Celebrates 15 Years of Grantmaking
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Distinguished Lee Scholars Announced
Two exceptional students have been named the 2023 Distinguished Lee Scholars.