Team Sam the Lion
Preselected recipients only
Team Sam the Lion is a private foundation in Gilbert, Arizona. In tax year 2025 it gave $24,000 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $10,000. 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$24,000
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$3,285
- New grantees20%
Giving in 2025 was up from $15,000 the year before.
20% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $12,500 | 4 | $1,897 |
| 2024 | $15,000 | 5 | $8,119 |
| 2025 | $24,000 | 5 | $3,285 |
How to apply
Team Sam the Lion 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Team Sam the Lion funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 1 | $10,000 |
| Kansas | 1 | $6,500 |
| Arizona | 2 | $5,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Umass Chan Medical School | Brain tumor research | $10,000 |
| Tough 2GETHER | Brain tumor research | $6,500 |
| Students Supporting Brain Tumor Research | Brain tumor research | $2,500 |
| Tgen Foundation | Brain tumor research | $2,500 |
| Children's National Foundation | Brain tumor research | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Richard L Perkins
- Sandra K Perkins
Questions people ask
Does Team Sam the Lion accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Team Sam the Lion give?
$24,000 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs Team Sam the Lion?
Its 2025 filing lists Richard L Perkins (President) and Sandra K Perkins (Secretarytreasurer).
What does Team Sam the Lion fund?
Based on its grants, mainly science and research and education.