The Community Foundation of Utah
The Community Foundation of Utah is a public charity based in Salt Lake City, Utah. It works with donors and fundholders, manages charitable funds, and provides financial resources to nonprofit organizations serving Utah and the broader United States.
The Community Foundation of Utah at a glance
In short: The Community Foundation of Utah gave $60.0M across 299 grants in 2024 (avg $201K), top state Utah. 35% of 2024 grantees were new. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $59,952,147
- +128.5% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 299
- +7.6% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $200,509
- +112.4% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $20,000
- Total assets
- $190,362,820
- +1.0% vs 2023
- New grantees (estimate)
- 35% first-time grantees (105 of 298, 2024)
- Primary geography
- Utah (31% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2024; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to The Community Foundation of Utah
- Contact
Mailing address: 1245 Brickyard Road Ste 410, Salt Lake City, UT 84106
Phone: (801) 559-3005
Website: https://utahcf.org
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Open Grants
9 open opportunities from The Community Foundation of Utah
25 Squared Grant Initiative
The Community Foundation of Utah
Amount
US $2,500 - US $5,000
Deadline
Deadline not published
CFU Sabbatical
The Community Foundation of Utah
Amount
Varies
Deadline
Deadline not published
Gail Miller Utah Impact Fund
The Community Foundation of Utah
Amount
Varies
Deadline
Deadline not published
Who The Community Foundation of Utah funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Church of Jesus Christ ($18.8M). Together the top 10 received $39.1M.
Grant Size Distribution
1,208 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 925 grants of 1,208 (77%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation describes its work as focused on strengthening Utah communities, while its investment policy says it provides financial resources to nonprofit organizations serving Utah and the broader United States. In 2024, 31% of grant dollars went to recipients in Utah; the state associated with the remaining 69% is not identified in the filing data.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 299 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Is The Community Foundation of Utah open to new grantees?
35%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 105 of 298 grantees (35%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $336K; repeat grants $128K. How we count
Medians: $25K first-time, $20K repeat.
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990 filings (2020–2024). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $11.6M (2021) to $60.0M (2024). In 2024 it made 299 grants totaling $60.0M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Church of Jesus Christ Salt Lake City, UT | General Support | $18,847,593 |
| University of Utah | General Support | $4,983,119 |
| Schwab Charitable | General Support | $2,693,582 |
| Tabitha's Way | General Support | $2,500,000 |
| Utah State University | General Support | $2,151,560 |
| Renaissance Charitable Foundation Inc | General Support | $1,768,818 |
| Friends of Switchpoint Inc | General Support | $1,596,856 |
| Utah Impact Partnership | General Support | $1,538,400 |
| The Other Side Village | General Support | $1,515,000 |
| American Gift Fund | General Support | $1,448,800 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
The organization’s 2024 filing states that it held investment balances for 17 nonprofit entities, along with donor funds designated for other nonprofit entities, totaling $41,553,529 as of December 31, 2024. The foundation’s website reports that charitable funds at the foundation granted approximately $200 million to nonprofits since 2022.
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $190,362,820 | $66,713,302 | $66,567,657 | $59,952,147 | 299 | $10,077,246 |
| 2023 | $188,525,314 | $31,129,564 | $29,810,813 | $26,241,326 | 278 | $4,482,185 |
| 2022 | $136,652,844 | $40,373,770 | $31,438,142 | $27,461,610 | 230 | $327,486 |
| 2021 | $142,492,621 | $67,939,966 | $14,669,850 | $11,571,563 | 196 | $5,564,125 |
| 2020 | $90,613,858 | $42,536,089 | $20,117,949 | $18,395,630 | 205 | $2,364,172 |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated October 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The organization’s stated mission is to be “Utah’s Partner in Philanthropy, pioneering innovation and collaboration to invest in our community today for a brighter tomorrow.” It says it takes a holistic approach to charitable giving and works with nonprofit organizations, businesses, and individuals to support solutions to pressing community needs.
The foundation’s website describes initiatives and impact work related to homelessness, healthcare access, refugee support, nonprofit capacity, entrepreneurship, and other community issues. Those examples describe its initiatives, not an exclusive list of funding priorities. Its 2024 filing reports grants for general support to recipients including the Church of Jesus Christ, the University of Utah, Tabitha’s Way, Utah State University, and Friends of Switchpoint. The filing does not specify those grantees’ missions.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation reported 299 grants totaling $59,952,147. Grant amounts ranged from $5,280 to $18,847,593, with a median grant of $20,000. Among the largest reported grants were $18,847,593 to the Church of Jesus Christ, $4,983,119 to the University of Utah, $2,693,582 to Schwab Charitable, $2,500,000 to Tabitha’s Way, and $2,151,560 to Utah State University. Each was listed for general support.
The foundation also lists CFU Sabbatical and the Morgan Stanley Fellowship as education and mentorship opportunities for nonprofit leaders. Its 25 Squared Grant Initiative is described as a grant opportunity for nonprofit leaders. A related Square Financial Services Community Impact Grant Program lists eligibility for public organizations with 501(c)(3) status and a physical Utah office that meet nondiscrimination requirements and participate in specified community-development activities. For the 2026 cycle, it lists awards of $5,000 for 12 organizations and a $10,000 signature award for three organizations. Applications are due by 11:59 p.m. Mountain Time on October 7, 2026; selected organizations are to be notified by December 31, 2026. Submission does not guarantee funding.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Trish Coughlin as chair, Brad Dickson as vice chair, and Doug Hansen as treasurer. It lists Chris Conard, Jennifer Robinson, Jensen Warnock, Jeramy Lund, Josh Kanter, Marty Tate, and Ramez Halteh as board members.
The Community Foundation of Utah is led by Alexandra Eaton, Chief Executive Officer since 2024 (on filings since 2020); 3 of 13 officers listed in 2024 are compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Alexandra Eaton
Chief Executive Officer
CEO → Chief Executive Officer, 2024
On filings since 2020
40 hrs/week
$134K (2020) → $254K (2024)
Trish Coughlin
Chair
Board Member → Board Chair, 2023
Board Chair → Chair, 2024
On filings since 2021
1.4 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Micaela Weil
Director of Philanthropy
New on the 2024 filing
40 hrs/week
$102K (2024)
Yuki Novak
Chief Financial Officer
CFO → Chief Financial Officer, 2024
On filings since 2022
40 hrs/week
$108K (2022) → $131K (2024)
Brad Dickson
Vice Chair
Chair → Board Vice C, 2023
Board Vice C → Vice Chair, 2024
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Doug Hansen
Treasurer
On filings since 2020
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Jensen Warnock
Board Member
On filings since 2020
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Jeramy Lund
Board Member
On filings since 2020
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Josh Kanter
Board Member
On filings since 2020
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Marty Tate
Board Member
On filings since 2020
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Chris Conard
Board Member
On filings since 2021
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Jennifer Robinson
Board Member
On filings since 2022
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Ramez Halteh
Board Member
On filings since 2022
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (6)
- Former: Ian Shelledy (2022–2023) — COO
- Former: Jeff Miller (2020–2022) — Board Member
- Former: Mikelle Barberi-Weil (2022) — Board Member
- Former: Lindsey Kneuven (2020–2021) — Board Member
- Former: Mikelle Barberi- Weil (2020–2021) — Board Member
- Former: Brent Thomson (2020) — Board Member
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2024 filing was $254K, to Alexandra Eaton (Chief Executive Officer). 3 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about The Community Foundation of Utah
How much does The Community Foundation of Utah give each year?
The Community Foundation of Utah gave $60.0M across 299 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. In 2023 it gave $26.2M across 278 grants.
What is The Community Foundation of Utah's typical grant size?
The Community Foundation of Utah's median grant in 2024 was $20,000, and its average grant was $200,509, across 299 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Organizations receiving their first grant from The Community Foundation of Utah that year got $336K on average.
Where does The Community Foundation of Utah give grants?
The Community Foundation of Utah's top state is Utah, with 31% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990.
Does The Community Foundation of Utah give general operating support?
Yes: 100% of The Community Foundation of Utah's 2024 grants with a stated purpose (299 of 299) were for general or operating support, per its 2024 IRS Form 990.
Who are The Community Foundation of Utah's largest grantees?
The Community Foundation of Utah's largest 2024 grantees include Church of Jesus Christ ($18,847,593), University of Utah ($4,983,119) and Schwab Charitable ($2,693,582), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. Together they received 44% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is The Community Foundation of Utah?
The Community Foundation of Utah reported $190.4M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $66.7M.
What does The Community Foundation of Utah fund?
The organization’s stated mission is to be “Utah’s Partner in Philanthropy, pioneering innovation and collaboration to invest in our community today for a brighter tomorrow.” See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The Community Foundation of Utah?
The Community Foundation of Utah has no public application process in the sources Grantable reviewed. Check utahcf.org for current guidelines, or contact the foundation directly before submitting a request.
What is The Community Foundation of Utah's EIN?
The Community Foundation of Utah's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 74-3211770. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings. Research dossier generated October 2026.
Data update history
(6)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS November 15, 2021)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS November 15, 2022)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS November 14, 2023)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS November 13, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS November 14, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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