Community Trust of Utah
Community Trust of Utah is a 501(c)(3) public charity and community foundation based in Salt Lake City, Utah. The organization operates as a subordinate organization under the Community Foundation of Utah and functions as a philanthropic vehicle for donor-advised funds and strategic grantmaking. The organization received its IRS tax-exempt ruling in May 2018.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$23.8M
-24.5% YoY
Annual Giving
$31.6M
+114.7% YoY
Grant Count
14
-46.2% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$2.3M
+298.8% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
Community Trust of Utah's mission is to harness Utah's entrepreneurial spirit in service to the common good through smart philanthropy. The organization focuses on:
- Education
- Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking
- Human Services
The organization primarily serves Utah, with some activity in Washington and Pennsylvania.
Grantmaking
Community Trust of Utah operates primarily through donor-advised funds, allowing donors to direct the distribution and investment of funds. The organization received 13 large gifts and established donor-advised funds for donors during 2024.
Grant Range
** Typical awards range from $6,000 to $26,017,613.
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The organization primarily funds organizations in Utah, with some grants extending to Washington and Pennsylvania.
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
As of 2024:
- Total Assets: $23,821,973
- Total Revenues: $40,980,341
- Total Expenses: $33,391,712
- Total Giving: $31,663,620
As of 2023:
- Total Assets: $31.6 million
- Revenue: $15.9 million
- Expenses: $15.5 million
- Total Liabilities: $591,000
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $23,821,973 | $31,571,722 | $38,314,413 |
| Revenue | $40,980,341 | $15,901,466 | $53,168,017 |
| Expenses | $33,391,712 | $15,543,602 | $33,911,300 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $15,665,687 | $8,180,632 | $22,086,451 |
| Distributable Amount | — | — | — |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
99 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include Community Foundation of Utah ($26,017,613), Church of Jesus Christ ($5,179,840), Salem City ($104,500).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Church of Jesus Christ Salt Lake City, UT | General Support | $5,179,840 |
| Salem City | General Support | $104,500 |
| Wilford Woodruff Papers Foundation | General Support | $100,000 |
| Fidelity Investments Charitable Fund | General Support | $50,000 |
| The Cache Community Food Pantry | General Support | $50,000 |
| Citizens Against Physical & Sexual Abuse | General Support | $23,000 |
| Utah Prospects | General Support | $20,000 |
| Generationall | General Support | $15,000 |
| Fund for Charitable Giving | General Support | $12,808 |
| Hope Arising | General Support | $12,000 |
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brad Dickson | Vice President | 0.4 | — |
| Doug Hansen | Treasurer | 0.2 | — |
| Trish Coughlin | President | 0.4 | — |
| Chris Conard | Trustee | 0.2 | — |
| Marty Tate | Trustee | 0.2 | — |
Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Community Trust of Utah fund?
Community Trust of Utah's mission is to harness Utah's entrepreneurial spirit in service to the common good through smart philanthropy. The organization focuses on: • Education • Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking • Human Services The organization primarily serves Utah, with some activity in Washington and Pennsylvania.
How do I apply for a grant from Community Trust of Utah?
Community Trust of Utah operates primarily through donor-advised funds, allowing donors to direct the distribution and investment of funds. The organization received 13 large gifts and established donor-advised funds for donors during 2024. **Recent Grant Activity (2024):** • Community Foundation of Utah: $26,017,613 (General Support) • The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints: $5,179,840 (General Support) • Wilford Woodruff Papers Foundation: $100,000 (General Support) **Grant Range:** …
Where does Community Trust of Utah make grants?
The organization primarily funds organizations in Utah, with some grants extending to Washington and Pennsylvania.
What size grants does Community Trust of Utah award?
In 2024, Community Trust of Utah awarded 14 grants totaling $31.6M — an average of about $2.3M per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is Community Trust of Utah's EIN?
Community Trust of Utah's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 82-3365355. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
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Data last updated June 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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