Shepherd Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Shepherd Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Minneapolis, Minnesota. In tax year 2025 it gave $210,000 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$210,000
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$5.0 million
- New grantees38%
Giving in 2025 was down from $243,000 the year before.
38% 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 | $228,000 | 11 | $4.6 million |
| 2024 | $243,000 | 11 | $4.8 million |
| 2025 | $210,000 | 8 | $5.0 million |
How to apply
Shepherd Charitable Trust 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Arizona.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona | 3 | $80,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $50,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $50,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $25,000 |
| Nevada | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St Scholastica Monastery | General use of charity | $50,000 |
| Goldwater Institute | General use of charity | $30,000 |
| Hillsdale College | General use of charity | $25,000 |
| Word on Fire Catholic Ministry | General use of charity | $25,000 |
| Judicial Watch | General use of charity | $25,000 |
| Arizona Humane Society | General use of charity | $25,000 |
| Turning Point USA | General use of charity | $25,000 |
| Injured Police Officers Fund | General use of charity | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Paige Jensen
Questions people ask
Does Shepherd Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Shepherd Charitable Trust give?
$210,000 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs Shepherd Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Paige Jensen (Trustee).