Grant and Funding Programs Offered by Sam’s Foundation

Sam’s Foundation is a registered charitable foundation based in Manitoba, Canada, created in memory of Samantha Mason and formerly known as Angels of Compassion: The Samantha Mason Foundation. Its purpose is to inspire hope and purpose among children, youth, and Indigenous communities across Canada by supporting mental health, suicide prevention, and wellness initiatives. The organization raises funds through individual donations, corporate sponsorships, and special events such as Sam’s Butterfly Ball and charity golf tournaments, then channels these resources into programs and awards that benefit young people in need.

The foundation focuses its support on mental wellness for youth, particularly those facing bullying, isolation, or crisis situations. News content highlights the Samantha Mason Friendship Awards, where several young people have been recognized and rewarded in partnership with the Winnipeg Blue Bombers, illustrating the foundation’s use of financial awards to encourage kindness, empathy, and resilience. Sam’s Foundation also collaborates with partner organizations such as LiveDifferent and the Toba Centre, helping to extend educational tours, outreach, and trauma‑informed supports to First Nations and other underserved communities.

Sam’s Foundation primarily serves children and youth, with a special emphasis on Indigenous communities across Canada and young people experiencing mental health challenges. By providing funding, recognition awards, and partnership support, the foundation aims to identify kids in crisis early and connect them with the help they need. Its events, including the Butterfly Ball and fundraising activities at sports and corporate tournaments, both raise essential funds and increase public awareness of youth mental health and suicide prevention.

The organization is overseen by a board of directors, including family members of Samantha Mason and community leaders, reflecting a mix of lived experience and governance oversight. Public news updates on the website report on major donations, sponsorship arrangements, and the outcomes of key events, offering donors and partners insight into how funds are used. Through its network of sponsors, community partners, and volunteers, Sam’s Foundation acts as a philanthropic connector, translating community generosity into concrete supports, awards, and collaborative projects that enhance mental wellness outcomes for young people.