Sam Family Charitable Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Sam Family Charitable Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Burlingame, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $126,000 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $2,250 and the largest $42,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$126,000
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$2,250
- Largest grant$42,000
- Assets$0
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2024 was up from $7,200 the year before.
33% of its 2024 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 | $7,200 | 8 | $93,834 |
| 2024 | $126,000 | 12 | $0 |
How to apply
Sam Family Charitable Foundation Inc 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.
What Sam Family Charitable Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 4 | $82,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $37,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $2,500 |
| Arkansas | 1 | $2,000 |
| Kansas | 3 | $1,500 |
| Florida | 1 | $500 |
| Oklahoma | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Lords Grace Christian Church | Religious | $42,000 |
| All Nations | Missionary support | $37,000 |
| Christian Church of Simi Valley | Religious | $20,000 |
| Move Mountainview | Public Charity | $15,000 |
| The Way Church | Help family after their home was burned down in Alta Dena fire | $5,000 |
| Slavic Gospel Assoc | Charity | $2,500 |
| Mei | Missionary support | $2,000 |
| Paralysed Veterans of America | Charity | $500 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | Charity | $500 |
| Veterans of Foreign Wars | Charity | $500 |
| Wycliff Assoc | Missionary support | $500 |
| Voices of Martrys | Charity | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Richard C Sam
- Mary H Sam
Questions people ask
Does Sam Family Charitable Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Sam Family Charitable Foundation Inc give?
$126,000 in tax year 2024, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $2,250.
Who runs Sam Family Charitable Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Richard C Sam (Director) and Mary H Sam (Director).
What does Sam Family Charitable Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and veterans.