Samsara Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Samsara Foundation is a private foundation in Minneapolis, Minnesota. In tax year 2025 it gave $210,000 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $46,000. 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$210,000
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$46,000
- Assets$4.2 million
- New grantees17%
Giving in 2025 was up from $204,211 the year before.
17% 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 | $220,676 | 13 | $3.8 million |
| 2024 | $204,211 | 9 | $4.0 million |
| 2025 | $210,000 | 11 | $4.2 million |
How to apply
Samsara Foundation 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 Samsara Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 9 | $170,000 |
| Connecticut | 2 | $40,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missions Inc Home Free Program | Support for victims of domestic violence | $46,000 |
| Domestic Abuse Legal Advocacy Cente | Legal services | $40,000 |
| Individual | End world violence | $30,000 |
| Individual | Educational | $20,000 |
| Connecticut Food Bank | Food shelf | $20,000 |
| Hope Love Option Cmmnty Fndtn of NW | Social justice advocacy | $20,000 |
| Icwa Law Center | Legal defense | $10,000 |
| Individual | General operating | $10,000 |
| Individual | General support | $8,000 |
| Individual | Food shelf | $5,000 |
| Plymouth Congregational Church | General operating | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Tineka Kurth
- William T Messinger
- Kera Messinger
Questions people ask
Does Samsara Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Samsara Foundation give?
$210,000 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs Samsara Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Tineka Kurth (President), William T Messinger (Treasurer) and Kera Messinger (Secretary).
What does Samsara Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services, faith communities and food and hunger.