Funding Amount

$100 - $750

Deadline

Deadline not published

Grant Type

Foundation

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Geography

  • In Summit County, Utah

Other requirements

  • Grades 6-12 during the funding year
  • Willing to participate in a post-experience interview with Live Like Sam Foundation

Overview

Purpose: Provide resources for young, community-minded individuals and groups to plan and carry out meaningful service projects to benefit Summit County communities.

Geographic Scope: Summit County, Utah

Eligibility:

  • Grades 6-12 during the funding year
  • Live or attend school in Summit County, Utah
  • Willing to participate in a post-experience interview with Live Like Sam Foundation

Project Requirements:

  • Students identify community needs, brainstorm solutions, and apply for funding
  • All project ideas welcome, regardless of size
  • Projects must be completed by end of school year

Background: Established in honor of Sam Jackenthal's dedication to giving back to his community. Sam was known for his generosity and kindness, leaving a legacy of positivity through character rather than talent alone.

How to Apply

How to Apply

  1. Verify Eligibility: Confirm you meet all requirements (grade level, location, willingness to interview)
  2. Create Account: Visit the Kaleidoscope website and create an account
  3. Complete Application: Fill out the online application form via Kaleidoscope
    • 40 questions total
    • Estimated time: 45 minutes
    • Note: Must be completed on a computer, not mobile device
  4. Submit Before Deadline: Submit via online form by deadline
  5. Await Notification: Recipients notified in early January

Required Materials:

  • Online application with 40 questions
  • Project proposal describing community-centered service idea

Application Platform: Kaleidoscope website (online form)

Past Deadline (Reference): November 29th, 2021 at 11 pm MST (extended to December 15th, 2021) — this is outdated; check website for current cycle

What Live Like Sam Foundation actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990, 2022 — the most recent filing with itemized grants

Live Like Sam Foundation reported $4,023 in grants for 2024 as a total without an itemized list; the grant details below are from 2022, its most recent itemized filing.

Grants in 2022
1
Total given
$10K
Median grant
$10K
  • By dollars: Utah 100%. Top recipient cities: Park City, UT.

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IRS Form 990, 2022. Amounts as reported by the funder. Full 990 history →

Focus Areas & Funding Uses

Fields of Work

  • Youth programs
  • Youth leadership

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