Lone Fir Cemetery Foundation

The Lone Fir Cemetery Foundation does not appear to have a dedicated presence under this exact name in the available search results. However, Friends of Lone Fir Cemetery is a related organization that supports the preservation and maintenance of Lone Fir Cemetery.

Background

Lone Fir Cemetery, located in Portland, Oregon, is one of the city's oldest continuously operating cemeteries. It was established in the mid-19th century and is known for its rich historical significance and cultural importance[1][2].

Friends of Lone Fir Cemetery

Friends of Lone Fir Cemetery is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization founded in 2000. The group was created in response to increasing vandalism in the cemetery. They focus on preserving the site's history, promoting community involvement, and researching the lives of those buried there[3][5].

Activities

The organization supports various community projects, including the "Adopt-a-Stone" initiative, where volunteers research and document specific headstones. This project involves selecting a headstone, researching the individual or family associated with it, and compiling reports[3].

Impact

By supporting the preservation of Lone Fir Cemetery, these community efforts contribute to the broader goal of honoring the stories of those buried there, many of whom are part of Portland's early history[2][4]. If a separate Lone Fir Cemetery Foundation exists under the EIN 452639941, specific details about its mission and activities are not available in the provided sources.

[1] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lone_Fir_Cemetery [2] https://www.tclf.org/landscapes/lone-fir-cemetery [3] https://www.friendsoflonefircemetery.org/?page_id=113 [4] https://www.oregonmetro.gov/public-projects/honoring-untold-stories-lone-fir-cemetery [5] https://www.friendsoflonefircemetery.org/?page_id=75