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The Shepherd's Fund — Retired Clergy Assistance
Medical assistance for retired clergy families
Last Update: May 19, 2026
Funding available
$ 25,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Canada
Overview
This program provides financial assistance to retired clergy, spouses, and surviving spouses facing medical hardship. Support is intended for documented medical expenses and can total up to $25,000 in lifetime assistance.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Strengthen organizational capacity
- Ensure financial sustainability
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Religious Congregations and Associations
Target groups
- Seniors
- Low-income individuals / families
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- National
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Support for medical hardship cases involving retired clergy and their families
Documents Needed
- Completed online application
- Medical invoices or receipts
- Basic income and expense information
- Most recent tax return, if available
- Doctor’s note explaining the medical situation
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Retired clergy
- Retired pastors
- Missionaries
- Spouses and surviving spouses of retired clergy
Eligible expenses
- Documented medical expenses
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Non-medical expenses
- Undocumented expenses
- Routine annual support without qualifying medical need
Selection criteria
- Eligibility status within a partnered denomination or organization
- Documented medical need and hardship
- Review of income, expenses, and medical documentation if requested
How to apply
- Step 1: Create an online account and start the application
- New users must create a logon account.
- Complete the simple online application.
- Step 2: Submit the application for review
- Submit the application through the online portal.
- A denominational or church leader may help guide the applicant.
- Step 3: Provide additional information if requested
- Send basic income and expense information.
- Provide the most recent tax return, if available.
- Provide a doctor’s note explaining the medical situation.
- Step 4: Receive the decision and payment
- The fund reviews the application and decides whether assistance will be provided.
- If approved, payment is made directly to the provider.
Processing and Agreement
- Application is reviewed and denominational standing is confirmed
- Additional information may be requested if needed
- Funding decision and amount are determined after review
- If approved, payment is issued to the provider or as reimbursement
- Follow-up updates may be provided after payment
Additional information
- Applicants may reapply in future years if the lifetime maximum has not been reached.
- Assistance is based on documented medical expenses rather than a fixed annual amount.
- Only one account is needed per household.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the The Shepherd's Fund — Retired Clergy Assistance Program
What is the The Shepherd's Fund — Retired Clergy Assistance?
This program provides financial assistance to retired clergy, spouses, and surviving spouses facing medical hardship. Support is intended for documented medical expenses and can total up to $25,000 in lifetime assistance.
How much funding can be received?
The Shepherd's Fund — Retired Clergy Assistance Funds up to $25,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the The Shepherd's Fund — Retired Clergy Assistance program?
To be eligible for the The Shepherd's Fund — Retired Clergy Assistance program, you must:
Retired clergy or spouse
Partnered denomination or organization
Documented medical hardship
What expenses are eligible under The Shepherd's Fund — Retired Clergy Assistance?
Support for medical hardship cases involving retired clergy and their families
Who can I contact for more information about the The Shepherd's Fund — Retired Clergy Assistance?
You can contact The Shepherd's Fund (TSF) by email at support@theshepherdsfund.org or by phone at 844-253-9870.
Where is the The Shepherd's Fund — Retired Clergy Assistance available?
The The Shepherd's Fund — Retired Clergy Assistance program is available across Canada.
Is the The Shepherd's Fund — Retired Clergy Assistance a grant, loan, or tax credit?
The Shepherd's Fund — Retired Clergy Assistance is a Grant and Funding