Sorehcra Foundation
Historical FunderAshland, Ohio · EIN 85-4382217 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $100,000 and $1,000,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | ROBERT M ARCHER |
|---|---|
| Address | 114 N COUNTRYSIDE DRIVE, ASHLAND OH 44805 |
| Phone | 4192897007 |
| JANARCHER@ZOOMINTERNET.NET | |
| Form and materials | N/A |
| Deadlines | N/A |
| Restrictions | THE MISSION OF THE FOUNDATION IS TO PROMOTE EDUCATION, CHARITABLE OPPORTUNITIES, AND SOCIAL WELFARE IN THE LOCAL COMMUNITY AND SURROUNDING AREAS. ACTIVITIES MAY INCLUDE, BUT NOT BE LIMITED TO, PROVIDING GRANTS, AWARDS OR GOODS TO INDIVIDUALS OR OTHER CHARITABLE ORGANIZATIONS IN ACCORDANCE WITH IRS GUIDELINES AND BEST PRACTICIES. |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
0% of grants went outside Ohio.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ashland University | Ashland, OH | Academic, athletic, & eca programs | $3,756,180 |
| Ashland County Community Foundation | Ashland, OH | Ashland symphony orchestra | $1,000,000 |
| First Congregational Church | Mansfield, OH | Challenge gift | $1,000,000 |
| Baldwin Wallace University | Berea, OH | Bw rising campaign | $500,000 |
| Access | Ashland, OH | Fund charitable mission | $125,500 |
| Kent State University | Kent, OH | Scholarships | $100,000 |
| Case Alumni Association | Cleveland, OH | Scholarships | $100,000 |
| Asl Theological Seminary Foundation | Ashland, OH | Fund charitable mission | $6,000 |
| Ashland High School | Ashland, OH | Wrestling team | $1,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,588,680 | 9 |
| 2024 | $5,322,000 | 5 |
| 2023 | $4,393,000 | 11 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Aug 31, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202622439349100012
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 85-4382217
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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