Shepherd Charitable Tr Agreement
Invitation OnlyMinneapolis, Minnesota · EIN 32-6160321 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$210K
Organizations funded8
Typical grant$25,000
Total assets$5M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $25,000 and $25,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
87% of grants went outside Minnesota.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Scholastica Monastery | Duluth, MN | General use of charity | $50,000 |
| Goldwater Institute | Phoenix, AZ | General use of charity | $30,000 |
| Hillsdale College | Hillsdale, MI | General use of charity | $25,000 |
| Word on Fire Catholic Ministry | Washington, DC | General use of charity | $25,000 |
| Judicial Watch | Washington, DC | General use of charity | $25,000 |
| Arizona Humane Society | Phoenix, AZ | General use of charity | $25,000 |
| Turning Point USA | Phoenix, AZ | General use of charity | $25,000 |
| Injured Police Officers Fund | Las Vegas, NV | General use of charity | $5,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $210,000 | 8 |
| 2024 | $243,000 | 11 |
| 2023 | $228,000 | 11 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 15, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202621359349102412
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 32-6160321
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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