Updated Oct 29, 2026
Private foundations based in Alpine, Utah
4 grantmaking foundations headquartered in Alpine, Utah, holding $10M in assets. Ranked by grants paid in their latest 990-PF; 1 on this page say they accept applications. For foundations ranked by where their grants went, see local funders.
| Foundation | Grants paid | Median grant | Accepts applications | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Will Ascend Foundationsince 2000 | $261K14 grants · 2024 | $10K | Preselected only | $4.8M |
| Good Samaritan Foundationsince 2024 | $120K2 grants · 2024 | $60K | Preselected only | $1.1M |
| Sterling and Shelli Gardner Foundationsince 2002 | $64K9 grants · 2024 | $5,000 | Yes | $3.1M |
| The Mark and Nancy Peterson Foundationsince 2006 | $27K6 grants · 2024 | $3,500 | Preselected only | $1.4M |
Sources: IRS Business Master File (assets), ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer and IRS 990-PF e-file (grants paid, application policy). "Accepts applications" reflects the foundation's own Part XV checkbox.
Open grant programs in Utah
All 2| Deadline | Grant | Funder | Award ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rollingno deadline | Utah Division of Arts & Museums — Organizational GrantsStateUtah Division of Arts & Museums | Utah Division of Arts & Museums | Not listed |
| Rollingno deadline | Utah Humanities — Humanities GrantsStateUtah Humanities | Utah Humanities | Not listed |
Common questions
How many private foundations are based in Alpine, Utah?
Our directory lists 4 private grantmaking foundations in Alpine, Utah with at least $1 million in assets, holding a combined $10M. The data comes from the IRS Exempt Organizations Business Master File and Form 990-PF.
How do I get a grant from a private foundation?
Start with foundations that already fund organizations like yours nearby. Read the grantee list on each profile, check whether the foundation accepts applications (it says so on its 990-PF), and lead with a short letter of inquiry. Many family foundations fund only organizations they already know; an introduction through a shared grantee or board member works better than a cold proposal.
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