Welcome to The Shepherd Fund. We care for children in Kenya where they always say, “You are most welcome!” Our name is a reflection of our Good Shepherd, Jesus, who sought the least and the lost. His loving intention that none be left behind drives our work.

In cooperation with Anglican ministries in Nairobi, Kenya The Shepherd Fund cares for orphans through Jehovah Jireh Orphanage in Nairobi. Scroll down to read more about this special place. We invite you to join us in caring for the children. Though we work with Anglican ministries, The Shepherd Fund is open to all who care about children and want to give them a chance at a better life.

The Shepherd Fund also provides life-changing trip opportunities to Kenya! Our founder, Tim Kurth, believes every person in the U.S. should experience an international mission trip. With over twenty-five years’ experience leading teams to international destinations, Tim is the trip leader who will make your time in Kenya unforgettable. Join the team for our 2025 trip to Kenya. Click here for more details.

The Shepherd Fund invites you to come to Kenya! Join us and meet the children at Jehovah Jireh Orphanage. You’ll not only meet the children, you’ll interact and have the chance to take part in a Vacation Bible School program at the orphanage and other projects in the area.

The Shepherd Fund provides the experience of a lifetime. Your professionally guided trip includes a unique Kenyan worship experience, the chance to work with the children of Jehovah Jireh, a safari to the world-famous Maasai Mara National Reserve of Kenya during the wildebeest migration, and much more. Join our 2025 team!

Trip Dates: July 30-August 10, 2025 (inclusive of travel days)

Click for the detailed 2025 Kenya Trip Itinerary

Click here for the Kenya Trip App 2025

Trip Cost:

$3,995 – $500 due with application; $1,495 due February 1, 2025; $2,000 due June 15, 2025

Includes: Lodging, all meals, transportation, two night/three day safari (inclusive of park entry fees), Giraffe Centre entrance fee, work project materials, and basic trip insurance.

Does not include:  Airfare from U.S. to Kenya (arrange your own travel and arrive in Nairobi according to the trip schedule), personal expenses (souvenirs, etc.)

Email tim@shepherdfund.org or call (630) 956-4575 for more information about the trip.  This is your chance to fulfill your dream of going to Africa! Ready to go now? Follow the two steps below:

• Click the trip application link below. Open the Word document and complete the application. Save the completed form and email it to kenya.trip@shepherdfund.org.
• Click the “Donate” button at the bottom of this page (or anywhere on the site) and make a $500 conditionally refundable deposit through PayPal (credit and debit cards accepted). Make sure to write “2024 Kenya Trip” in the notes. Or mail your application and check to: The Shepherd Fund, 5847 Wintersweet Lane, Whitestown, IN 46075.

Upon receiving your completed trip application, we’ll contact you to welcome you to the team and answer any questions you might have. We look forward to experiencing Kenya with you!

Click the Kenya Trip App 2025, complete and submit.

Your generosity makes a difference in the lives of children. Just $40 per month cares for a child. A gift of $65 per month provides food for all the children at Jehovah Jireh. Support the staff on a monthly basis for just $150 per month. Of course, your one-time gift of any size provides for the ongoing work in Kenya wherever most needed.

We would love to hear from you

The Shepherd Fund
5847 Wintersweet Lane
Whitestown, IN 46075
tim@shepherdfund.org
(630) 956-4575