The Shepherd Family Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Shepherd Family Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Souderton, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $287,000 in 27 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $31,000. 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$287,000
- Number of grants27
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$31,000
- Assets$7.9 million
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2025 was up from $128,500 the year before.
67% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $121,000 | 23 | $6.6 million |
| 2024 | $128,500 | 18 | $7.6 million |
| 2025 | $287,000 | 27 | $7.9 million |
How to apply
The Shepherd Family Charitable Foundation 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 Shepherd Family Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 16 | $154,500 |
| Maryland | 4 | $42,500 |
| New York | 3 | $40,000 |
| New Jersey | 2 | $30,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $15,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Fisher House Foundation | General operations | $31,000 |
| Ieee Foundation | General operations | $20,000 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | General operations | $20,000 |
| Doylestown Hospital | General operations | $20,000 |
| Canine Partners for Life | General operations | $15,000 |
| Gary Sinise Foundation | General operations | $15,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity | General operations | $15,000 |
| Keystone Opportunity Center | General operations | $15,000 |
| Quakertown Food Pantry | General operations | $15,000 |
| Shepherd's Shelf Emergency Food Cupboard-Food Pantry | General operations | $15,000 |
| Long Island Cares Inc | General operations | $15,000 |
| Stray Cat Blues | General operations | $12,000 |
| Children's Hospital of Philadelphia | General operations | $10,000 |
| Generations of Indian Va | General operations | $10,000 |
| Jewish Federation of Central NJ | General operations | $10,000 |
| Angels Table | General operations | $7,500 |
| Bright Focus Foundation Macular Degeneration Research | General operations | $5,500 |
| Boys and Girls Club Reading | General operations | $5,000 |
| National Glaucoma Research | General operations | $5,000 |
| Noahs Smile | General operations | $5,000 |
| Olivet Boys' & Girls' Club | General operations | $5,000 |
| The Drop | General operations | $5,000 |
| Achieving Independence Center | General operations | $5,000 |
| Logan's Heroes Animal Rescue Inc | General operations | $2,000 |
| Montgomery County SPCA | General operations | $2,000 |
| Alley Cat Allies | General operations | $1,000 |
| Delaware Valley Chop | General operations | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Donald R Shepherd
- Philip C Jackson
- Ethel Shepherd
- Debbie Lichenstein
- Ken Shepherd
- Judy Smith
Questions people ask
Does The Shepherd Family Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Shepherd Family Charitable Foundation give?
$287,000 in tax year 2025, across 27 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Shepherd Family Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Donald R Shepherd (President), Philip C Jackson (Vice President), Ethel Shepherd (Secretary/Treasurer) and Debbie Lichenstein (Board Member) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does The Shepherd Family Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly food and hunger, health and youth programs.