Whidbey Island Community Advocates for Refugee Efforts
Preselected recipients only
Whidbey Island Community Advocates for Refugee Efforts is a private foundation in Oak Harbor, Washington. In tax year 2025 it gave $12,388 in 1 grant; the typical grant was $12,388 and the largest $12,388. 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$12,388
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$12,388
- Largest grant$12,388
- Assets$0
Giving in 2025 was up from $4,500 the year before.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $9,189 | 1 | $13,578 |
| 2024 | $4,500 | 1 | $13,216 |
| 2025 | $12,388 | 1 | $0 |
How to apply
Whidbey Island Community Advocates for Refugee Efforts 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 Whidbey Island Community Advocates for Refugee Efforts funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Washington.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 1 | $12,388 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Igor Fedorchenko and Family | Support for one Ukrainian family of four | $12,388 |
Officers and trustees
- Leslie Improta
- Lauren Taffer
- Theodore C Smith
- Jan Heieger
- Diane Fesler-Macaluso
- Robert Allen
- Sandee Allen
- Trudy Decker
- Janet Smith
- June Zacharias
- Carol Wall
Questions people ask
Does Whidbey Island Community Advocates for Refugee Efforts accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Whidbey Island Community Advocates for Refugee Efforts give?
$12,388 in tax year 2025, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $12,388.
Who runs Whidbey Island Community Advocates for Refugee Efforts?
Its 2025 filing lists Leslie Improta (President), Lauren Taffer (Vice-President), Theodore C Smith (Treasurer) and Jan Heieger (Secretary for 2023) among 11 officers and trustees.
What does Whidbey Island Community Advocates for Refugee Efforts fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international.