The Shepherds Hand Inc
Accepts applications
The Shepherds Hand Inc is a private foundation in Lakeland, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $608,662 in 102 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $25,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$608,662
- Number of grants102
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$15.8 million
- New grantees16%
Giving in 2025 was up from $503,125 the year before.
16% 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 | $464,634 | 88 | $11.7 million |
| 2024 | $503,125 | 98 | $13.3 million |
| 2025 | $608,662 | 102 | $15.8 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Richard A Porter 2333 Little Cypress Dr, Lakeland, FL 33810 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (248) 207-7580 |
| What to submit | The organization should send information, tax status, needs, area of ministry, website, and brochures to the shepherds hand inc. |
What The Shepherds Hand Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 27 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 21 | $134,500 |
| Florida | 16 | $75,500 |
| Illinois | 7 | $55,000 |
| Colorado | 6 | $44,648 |
| Arizona | 6 | $36,000 |
| Texas | 7 | $32,500 |
| California | 6 | $29,500 |
| Oklahoma | 1 | $25,000 |
| North Carolina | 5 | $24,500 |
| Kentucky | 3 | $22,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Village Ministries International | Missions | $25,000 |
| Qplace | Ministry | $20,000 |
| Dare 2 Share | Missions | $15,000 |
| Focus on the Family | Counseling | $15,000 |
| Huron Forrest Camp Cedar Ridge | Kids camp | $15,000 |
| Lighthouse Ministries | Ministry | $15,000 |
| Youth Haven Ranches | Kids camp | $15,000 |
| Answers in Genesis | Education | $12,000 |
| For the Children | Kids camp | $12,000 |
| Alliance Defending Freedom | Legal | $10,000 |
| Bair Lake Bible Camp | Kids camp | $10,000 |
| Camp Hemlock Inc | Kids camp | $10,000 |
| His House Christian Fellowship | Campus ministries | $10,000 |
| Keys for Kids Ministries | Kids ministry | $10,000 |
| Laban Ministries International | Ministry | $10,000 |
| Rio Grande Bible Institute | Education | $10,000 |
| Samaritan's Purse | Mission | $10,000 |
| SAT-7 | Mission | $10,000 |
| Slavic Gospel Association | Missions | $10,000 |
| Straight Ahead Ministries | Prison ministry | $10,000 |
| Teach Every Nation | Education | $10,000 |
| Youth for Christ | Youth ministries | $10,000 |
| Reach the Forgotten | Prison ministry | $9,000 |
| Cru | Campus ministries | $8,500 |
| Pacific Garden Mission | Rescue mission | $8,000 |
| Young Life of Washtenaw County | Youth ministries | $8,000 |
| Alliance for Therapeutic Choice and Scientific Integrity | Education | $7,000 |
| Jesus Online Ministries | Ministry | $7,000 |
| Proshare Inc | Ministry | $7,000 |
| Students for Life of America | Education | $7,000 |
| Baptist Mid-Missions | Missions | $6,500 |
| Center for Medical Progress | Legal | $6,000 |
| Chosen People Ministries | Missions | $6,000 |
| Farmington Young Life | Youth missions | $6,000 |
| Indopartners Agency | Missions | $6,000 |
| Rocky Bayou Christian School | Education | $6,000 |
| Alpha Women's Center | Pregnancy center | $5,500 |
| A Woman's Choice | Pregnancy center | $5,000 |
| Afc Growth Fund | Education | $5,000 |
| Bellville Young Life | Youth ministry | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Richard Porter
- Sharon Porter
- Amanda Nielsen
Questions people ask
Does The Shepherds Hand Inc accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The Shepherds Hand Inc give?
$608,662 in tax year 2025, across 102 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Shepherds Hand Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Richard Porter (President), Sharon Porter (Secretary/Treasurer) and Amanda Nielsen (Vice President).
What does The Shepherds Hand Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, youth programs and education.