Lineberger Foundation of Oregon
Preselected recipients only
Lineberger Foundation of Oregon is a private foundation in Portland, Oregon. In tax year 2025 it gave $219,000 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $40,000. 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$219,000
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$40,000
- Assets$3.7 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $210,000 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $213,000 | 13 | $3.5 million |
| 2024 | $210,000 | 11 | $3.6 million |
| 2025 | $219,000 | 11 | $3.7 million |
How to apply
Lineberger Foundation of Oregon 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 Lineberger Foundation of Oregon funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Oregon.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oregon | 11 | $219,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Transition Projects | General fund | $40,000 |
| Oregon Environmental Council | General fund | $30,000 |
| Urban Gleaners | General fund | $25,000 |
| Virginia Garcia Memorial Foundation | General fund | $25,000 |
| Oregon Humane Society | General fund | $22,000 |
| Northwest Pilot Project | General fund | $20,000 |
| Girls on the Run | General fund | $15,000 |
| Medical Teams International | Dental van | $15,000 |
| Saturday Academy | Scholarships | $12,000 |
| Community Cycling Center | General fund | $10,000 |
| Mother and Child Education Center | General fund | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Barbara S Heffernan
- Candace Smith
- Elisabeth L Lyon
- Fiona C Lyon
- J Baker Lyon
- Makely F Lyon
Questions people ask
Does Lineberger Foundation of Oregon accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Lineberger Foundation of Oregon give?
$219,000 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs Lineberger Foundation of Oregon?
Its 2025 filing lists Barbara S Heffernan (Director), Candace Smith (Director), Elisabeth L Lyon (President/Secty) and Fiona C Lyon (Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Lineberger Foundation of Oregon fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs and education.