After a successful career in the banking sector across France, Asia, and the USA-primarily with the Edmond de Rothschild Group-Sam Pinto made aliyah to Israel in 2009. Following his move, Pinto dedicated himself to philanthropic efforts, including Baït Ham, which provides support to youngsters
from poor families, and Kiah-Alliance, the Israeli branch of the Alliance Israelite Universelle. He also supports the Franco-Israeli high school of Mikve Israel and Agudat Sabah, an organization that promotes educational activities in remote Israeli towns.