The Good Shepherd's Heart Ministry
Preselected recipients only
The Good Shepherd's Heart Ministry is a private foundation in San Juan Capistrano, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $307,122 in 28 grants; the typical grant was $9,250 and the largest $66,521. 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$307,122
- Number of grants28
- Typical grant$9,250
- Largest grant$66,521
- Assets$78,126
- New grantees36%
Giving in 2025 was down from $449,946 the year before.
36% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $365,538 | 62 | $348,414 |
| 2024 | $449,946 | 64 | $179,697 |
| 2025 | $307,122 | 28 | $78,126 |
How to apply
The Good Shepherd's Heart Ministry 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 The Good Shepherd's Heart Ministry funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to California. It also paid $20,000 in 2 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 14 | $186,162 |
| Tennessee | 5 | $37,460 |
| Florida | 3 | $34,500 |
| Colorado | 1 | $10,000 |
| Arkansas | 1 | $9,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $5,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Various Grants 5000 | Charitable support | $66,521 |
| Cru International School | Charitable support | $20,000 |
| Living Well Pregnancy Center | Charitable support | $16,716 |
| Flower of Justice | Charitable support | $15,000 |
| Living Free Ministries | Charitable support | $12,350 |
| The Store (Heaven's South Inc) | Charitable support | $12,160 |
| First Love Ministries | Charitable support | $12,000 |
| Laguna Beach Network | Charitable support | $10,500 |
| Charity on Wheels (Savior's Road) | Charitable support | $10,000 |
| Groundwire (Champion Ministries) | Charitable support | $10,000 |
| MG Church | Charitable support | $10,000 |
| Parkway Ford Heritage Mission | Charitable support | $10,000 |
| Tucker's House | Charitable support | $10,000 |
| Campus Crusade for Christ Inc Cru | Charitable support | $9,500 |
| Mission Enablers International | Charitable support | $9,000 |
| King's Table Foundation | Charitable support | $8,400 |
| Betty Fund | Charitable support | $7,250 |
| Camp Alandale | Charitable support | $7,000 |
| Jesus Generation | Charitable support | $5,425 |
| Individual | Charitable support | $5,300 |
| And Initiatives | Charitabe support | $5,000 |
| Individual | Charitable support | $5,000 |
| Harbor's Light International | Charitable support | $5,000 |
| Individual | Charitable support | $5,000 |
| Orphan's Hope | Charitable support | $5,000 |
| Rubies & Rogues | Charitable support | $5,000 |
| Solutions for Change | Charitable support | $5,000 |
| Whole Heart International | Charitable support | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Hannah Dunlap
- Patrick Scruggs
- John Christopher Rock
- Teresa Stache
- Gary P Stache
- Conner Dunlap
- Karina Rock
Questions people ask
Does The Good Shepherd's Heart Ministry accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Good Shepherd's Heart Ministry give?
$307,122 in tax year 2025, across 28 grants, with a typical grant of $9,250.
Who runs The Good Shepherd's Heart Ministry?
Its 2025 filing lists Hannah Dunlap (Director), Patrick Scruggs (Director), John Christopher Rock (Director) and Teresa Stache (Secretary/Tr) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does The Good Shepherd's Heart Ministry fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and international.