Loren Ernest Parks (July 27, 1926 – October 13, 2023) was an American businessman from the state of Nevada.
He previously lived in Oregon, from 1957 to 2002,[1] and was the biggest political contributor in the history of that state.
He also contributed heavily to races for prominent offices by his attorney, Kevin Mannix, a frequent chief petitioner of ballot campaigns.
[2] His support was instrumental in launching Oregon Taxpayers United, according to executive director Bill Sizemore.
[2] Parks was also a strong supporter of former state legislator and gubernatorial candidate Kevin Mannix.
In 2008, for instance, he declined to fund a proposed initiative that would have allowed for expanded local regulation of strip clubs.
[2] Parks was also a major contributor to charitable organizations, including health care and environmental concerns.