Good Shepherd Fdn of Ohio
Preselected recipients only
Good Shepherd Fdn of Ohio is a private foundation in Pennington, New Jersey. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.1 million in 27 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $185,000. 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$1.1 million
- Number of grants27
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$185,000
- Assets$3.7 million
- New grantees15%
Giving in 2025 was up from $938,045 the year before.
15% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $799,268 | 29 | $4.6 million |
| 2024 | $938,045 | 28 | $4.2 million |
| 2025 | $1.1 million | 27 | $3.7 million |
How to apply
Good Shepherd Fdn of Ohio 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 Good Shepherd Fdn of Ohio funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 27 | $1.1 million |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| LIFETOWN COLUMBUS aka OSU CHABAD HOUSE | Unrestricted general | $185,000 |
| I Am Boundless Inc | Unrestricted general | $130,000 |
| Special Olympics Ohio Inc | Unrestricted general | $100,000 |
| Blossom Hill Inc | Unrestricted general | $80,000 |
| University of Cincinnati Foundation | Unrestricted general | $60,000 |
| Ucp of Greater Cleveland | Unrestricted general | $50,555 |
| Lott Industries Inc | Unrestricted general | $50,000 |
| Heinzerling Community | Unrestricted general | $48,188 |
| Graceworks Lutheran Services | Unrestricted general | $35,000 |
| Stepping Stones Inc | Unrestricted general | $30,000 |
| New Avenues to Independence | Unrestricted general | $30,000 |
| Bittersweet Farms Inc | Unrestricted general | $30,000 |
| Crsi - Champaign Residential Services | Unrestricted general | $27,000 |
| Rose-Mary Rehabilitation & Education Ctr | Unrestricted general | $25,000 |
| North Coast Community Homes Inc | Unrestricted general | $25,000 |
| Weaver Industries Inc | Unrestricted general | $20,000 |
| Together We Grow Inc | Unrestricted general | $20,000 |
| Anne Grady Corporation | Unrestricted general | $19,595 |
| Pet Partners of Greater Cincinnati | Unrestricted general | $15,000 |
| Autism Ability Advocates Inc | Unrestricted general | $15,000 |
| Mercer Residential Services Inc | Unrestricted general | $13,518 |
| Society for Handicapped Citizens | Unrestricted general | $10,000 |
| Help Foundation Inc | Unrestricted general | $10,000 |
| Trust Drum Circles | Unrestricted general | $10,000 |
| Family Haven Inc | Unrestricted general | $8,000 |
| We Care Arts | Unrestricted general | $7,500 |
| St John's Villa | Unrestricted general | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert L Grundey
- Scott Sher
- Dale Tarasco
- Steve Judge
- Joan Grundey
- Austin Sher
- Alexa Tarasco
Questions people ask
Does Good Shepherd Fdn of Ohio accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Good Shepherd Fdn of Ohio give?
$1.1 million in tax year 2025, across 27 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs Good Shepherd Fdn of Ohio?
Its 2025 filing lists Robert L Grundey (President/Treasurer), Scott Sher (Vice President), Dale Tarasco (Board Memeber) and Steve Judge (Board Memeber) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does Good Shepherd Fdn of Ohio fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, disability and education.