Governance

Leadership

The Sport Ability Foundation board oversees strategy, grantmaking, and fiduciary responsibility for our global adaptive sport mission.

  • 501(c)(3) registered non-profit
  • Candid Platinum Transparency 2026
  • Board-reviewed grants — typically USD $1,000

Who stewards the foundation

Board of directors

Four directors serve the foundation on a voluntary basis, reviewing grants and setting program direction.

Portrait of Jim Leask

Jim Leask

Chairman

Portrait of Leslie Perryman

Leslie Perryman

Treasurer

Portrait of Spencer Train

Spencer Train

Board member

Portrait of Chris Wieners

Chris Wieners

Board member

Responsibilities

How the board
works

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01

Grant review

The board reviews applications from athletes, coaches and clubs on a rolling basis throughout the year.

02

Stewardship and compliance

Directors oversee the stewardship of donor funds and the foundation's 501(c)(3) compliance obligations.

03

Strategic direction

The board sets direction for our three programs: Emerging Country Support, Women Empowerment, and Adaptive Sport Development.

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