Shelp Charitable Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Shelp Charitable Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Louisville, Kentucky. In tax year 2025 it gave $18,000 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $1,500 and the largest $2,000. 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$18,000
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$1,500
- Largest grant$2,000
- Assets$159,110
- New grantees29%
Giving in 2025 was up from $12,000 the year before.
29% 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 | $7,500 | 13 | $88,620 |
| 2024 | $12,000 | 13 | $124,501 |
| 2025 | $18,000 | 13 | $159,110 |
How to apply
Shelp Charitable Foundation Inc 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 Shelp Charitable Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Kentucky.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kentucky | 6 | $8,500 |
| Michigan | 2 | $3,000 |
| Minnesota | 2 | $3,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $1,500 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $1,500 |
| Arkansas | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Service Dog Training | $2,000 |
| Primate Rescue Center | Animal Rescue | $2,000 |
| Second Chances Wildlife Center | Animal Rescue | $2,000 |
| Kentucky Humane Society | Animal Rescue | $2,000 |
| Individual | Animal Rescue | $1,500 |
| Individual | Service Dog Training | $1,500 |
| The Elephant Sanctuary | Animal Rescue | $1,500 |
| Leader Dogs for the Blind | Service Dog Training | $1,500 |
| Individual | Animal Rescue | $1,000 |
| Humane Society of Oldham County | Animal Rescue | $1,000 |
| Individual | Animal Rescue | $750 |
| Saving Paws Animal Rescue | Animal Rescue | $750 |
| Individual | Animal Rescue | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Earl E Shelp PHD
- Jeff Grey
- Howard Rosenberg
- Jena Blythe
- Jo Mansell
Questions people ask
Does Shelp Charitable Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Shelp Charitable Foundation Inc give?
$18,000 in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $1,500.
Who runs Shelp Charitable Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Earl E Shelp PHD (President/TR), Jeff Grey (Director), Howard Rosenberg (Director) and Jena Blythe (Secretary) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Shelp Charitable Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals.