Shepherds of Good Hope Foundation
The Shepherds of Good Hope Foundation is a Canadian registered charity (Business Registration Number: 876017609RR0001) established in 2004 as the fundraising arm of Shepherds of Good Hope (SGH), a Ottawa-based nonprofit organization providing shelter, housing, and community services for individuals experiencing homelessness. The foundation supports SGH’s operational programs through grants, donations, and public fundraising initiatives[^1^][^4^].

Overview
Shepherds of Good Hope, founded in 1983, operates emergency shelters, supportive housing, and community programs such as meal services and harm reduction initiatives. The foundation raises funds to sustain these programs, focusing on SGH’s continuum of care model, which includes crisis stabilization, transitional housing, and long-term supportive living[^4^][^5^].

Programs and Services
The foundation directly funds SGH’s three core service areas:

• Supportive Housing: Includes facilities like The Oaks in Carlington, offering 24/7 staffed apartments for individuals transitioning from emergency shelters[^2^].
• Shelter Services: Three emergency shelters providing overnight accommodation and basic necessities[^4^].
• Community Support: Daily meal programs, social activities, and outreach services[^5^].

Financials
In its most recent fiscal year, the foundation raised $3.6 million, directing $3.0 million to SGH’s programs. Administrative and fundraising expenses accounted for $1.2 million and $276,000, respectively[^4^]. Charity Intelligence Canada rates SGH as a financially transparent organization, with 89% of donations funding direct programs[^4^].

Governance
The foundation operates under a board of directors, working alongside SGH’s leadership, including president and CEO Stephen Bartolo. SGH employs over 200 staff and relies on 450+ volunteers[^2^][^4^].

History
The foundation was created to address growing demand for SGH’s services, particularly following the 2009 expansion of supportive housing with The Oaks, which faced initial community opposition before becoming a model for stabilized housing[^2^].

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**Shepherds of Good Hope Foundation**  
The **Shepherds of Good Hope Foundation** is a Canadian registered charity (Business Registration Number: 876017609RR0001) established in 2004 as the fundraising arm of **Shepherds of Good Hope (SGH)**, a Ottawa-based nonprofit organization providing shelter, housing, and community services for individuals experiencing homelessness. The foundation supports SGH’s operational programs through grants, donations, and public fundraising initiatives[^1^][^4^].  

**Overview**  
Shepherds of Good Hope, founded in 1983, operates emergency shelters, supportive housing, and community programs such as meal services and harm reduction initiatives. The foundation raises funds to sustain these programs, focusing on SGH’s continuum of care model, which includes crisis stabilization, transitional housing, and long-term supportive living[^4^][^5^].  

**Programs and Services**  
The foundation directly funds SGH’s three core service areas:  
- **Supportive Housing**: Includes facilities like **The Oaks** in Carlington, offering 24/7 staffed apartments for individuals transitioning from emergency shelters[^2^].  
- **Shelter Services**: Three emergency shelters providing overnight accommodation and basic necessities[^4^].  
- **Community Support**: Daily meal programs, social activities, and outreach services[^5^].  

**Financials**  
In its most recent fiscal year, the foundation raised $3.6 million, directing $3.0 million to SGH’s programs. Administrative and fundraising expenses accounted for $1.2 million and $276,000, respectively[^4^]. Charity Intelligence Canada rates SGH as a financially transparent organization, with 89% of donations funding direct programs[^4^].  

**Governance**  
The foundation operates under a board of directors, working alongside SGH’s leadership, including president and CEO Stephen Bartolo. SGH employs over 200 staff and relies on 450+ volunteers[^2^][^4^].  

**History**  
The foundation was created to address growing demand for SGH’s services, particularly following the 2009 expansion of supportive housing with The Oaks, which faced initial community opposition before becoming a model for stabilized housing[^2^].