The SAM (Securing a Mind) Foundation seeks to foster children's intellectual, physical, social and ethical development through programs that serve to enhance the lives of all children, regardless of race or socio-economic status. We also strive to develop in children those critical life skills that are required to productively function in society, while strengthening children's commitment to pro-social values such as honesty, integrity, personal responsibility and respect for others.

Sponsors:
S.A.M. Foundation, Abundant Life Community Church (Pastor Andre Blythe), Crabapple First Baptist Church, BB&T, Kinkos, Mazzola (Italy), Wal-Mart, Brenda Avery, BasketPoint, Courtside Management, The Sterling Group, L.L.C., 100 Black Men of North Metro Atlanta, Petals & Pearls (3070 Windward Plaza Suite G), City of Cantù, Italy, Papa John's International, Inc.

Special thanks:
Brenda Avery, A.P. Coleman (Wilson City Councilman), Dr. Glover (Surgeon), Rob Keller (Financial Specialist), Crabapple First Baptist Church, Abundant Life Community Churh, Luca Zappa, Zia Laura, Cantù Basketball Point.