Orval and Lillian Shore Trust
Preselected recipients only
Orval and Lillian Shore Trust is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $56,880 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $5,668 and the largest $32,181. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$56,880
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$5,668
- Largest grant$32,181
- Assets$1.4 million
- New grantees20%
Giving in 2025 was up from $51,983 the year before.
20% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $54,583 | 5 | $1.3 million |
| 2024 | $51,983 | 5 | $1.3 million |
| 2025 | $56,880 | 5 | $1.4 million |
How to apply
Orval and Lillian Shore Trust says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Orval and Lillian Shore Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 4 | $54,046 |
| Florida | 1 | $2,834 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| First Christian Church | General support | $32,181 |
| Juliette Fowler Homes Inc | Program support | $11,335 |
| Texas Lions League for Children Inc | Program support | $5,668 |
| Christian Women's Fellowship of First Christian Church | Program support | $4,862 |
| Shriners Hospital for Children | Program support | $2,834 |
Officers and trustees
- JP Morgan Chase Bank NA
Questions people ask
Does Orval and Lillian Shore Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Orval and Lillian Shore Trust give?
$56,880 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $5,668.
Who runs Orval and Lillian Shore Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists JP Morgan Chase Bank NA (Trustee).
What does Orval and Lillian Shore Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and youth programs.