What do we mean by 'smart philanthropy'?
Utah's model of social capital allocation is notoriously inefficient for many donors and charities alike. For many who want to support the agencies that strengthen our community, assessing an investment for social return is prohibitive and leveraging support with others interested in the same cause is difficult.Transferring assets, assessing the tax implications of choices, evaluating the impact of various nonprofits, responding to requests, managing funds set aside for giving—even processing checks—can take a great deal of time.
For organizations seeking support, locating donors and then repackaging programs for different audiences makes the very act of raising capital costly.
The Community Foundation of Utah addresses these inefficiencies. We are a catalyst for philanthropy that is visionary, sustainable and inclusive. We recognize that the intellectual as well as the financial capital of innovators is crucial to strengthening the social and economic fabric of our community. We are working with people who know that a growing economy depends on good schools, clean air, vibrant cities, strong cultural institutions and a caring environment for those less fortunate.
People like you.
