Loraine Chernoff Memorial Fund
Preselected recipients only
Loraine Chernoff Memorial Fund is a private foundation in Florence, Oregon. In tax year 2025 it gave $1,452 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $484 and the largest $484. 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$1,452
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$484
- Largest grant$484
- Assets$120,830
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $5,142 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 | $4,147 | 3 | $120,919 |
| 2024 | $5,142 | 3 | $117,966 |
| 2025 | $1,452 | 3 | $120,830 |
How to apply
Loraine Chernoff Memorial Fund 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 Loraine Chernoff Memorial Fund funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Oregon.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oregon | 3 | $1,452 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florence Habitat for Humanity Inc | Support for services | $484 |
| Oregon Coast Humane Society | Support for services | $484 |
| Siuslaw Public Library District | Support for services | $484 |
Officers and trustees
- Tamara Calkin Oregon Pacific Bank
Questions people ask
Does Loraine Chernoff Memorial Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Loraine Chernoff Memorial Fund give?
$1,452 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $484.
Who runs Loraine Chernoff Memorial Fund?
Its 2025 filing lists Tamara Calkin Oregon Pacific Bank (Trust Officer).
What does Loraine Chernoff Memorial Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals, education and housing and homelessness.