Bill and Pat Child Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Bill and Pat Child Family Foundation is a private foundation in Salt Lake City, Utah. In tax year 2025 it gave $2.8 million in 46 grants; the typical grant was $1,750 and the largest $1.3 million. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$2.8 million
- Number of grants46
- Typical grant$1,750
- Largest grant$1.3 million
- Assets$17.6 million
- New grantees44%
Giving in 2025 was up from $2.3 million the year before.
44% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $371,760 | 56 | $10.7 million |
| 2024 | $2.3 million | 54 | $18.5 million |
| 2025 | $2.8 million | 46 | $17.6 million |
How to apply
Bill and Pat Child Family Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Bill and Pat Child Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 11 states, the most to Utah.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Utah | 26 | $2.7 million |
| California | 1 | $12,500 |
| Virginia | 5 | $6,100 |
| Arizona | 1 | $5,500 |
| District of Columbia | 6 | $5,150 |
| Hawaii | 1 | $5,000 |
| New York | 1 | $750 |
| Nebraska | 2 | $500 |
| Kansas | 1 | $200 |
| South Dakota | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Utah | Educational | $1.3 million |
| Thanksgiving Point | Charitable | $500,000 |
| Weber State University | Educational | $250,000 |
| Church of Jesus Christ of LDS | Religious | $223,500 |
| Southern Utah University | Educational | $200,000 |
| Hale Center Theatre | Charitable | $100,000 |
| A Child's Hope Fdn | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Loveland Living Planet Aquarium | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Soulfill Music Foundation | Charitable | $21,900 |
| American Indian Services | Charitable | $13,000 |
| City of Hope | Health | $12,500 |
| Eagle Condor Humanitarian | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Utah Youth Village | Charitable | $7,500 |
| Turning Point | Charitable | $5,500 |
| Keala Foundation | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Wabi Sabi | Charitable | $5,000 |
| National Right to Work Legal Defense | Charitable | $4,250 |
| Make-A-Wish Foundation | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Salt Lake Honorary Colonels | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Special Olympics Utah | Charitable | $2,700 |
| Rescue Mission of Salt Lake | Charitable | $2,500 |
| West Valley Arts | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Dahlias Hope | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Judicial Watch | Charitable | $1,500 |
| Utah Food Bank | Charitable | $1,500 |
| Capital Research Center | Educational | $1,000 |
| The Road Home | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Friends of Smithsonian | Charitable | $950 |
| Smile Train | Health | $750 |
| The Leadership Institute | Charitable | $750 |
| Washington National Cathedral | Charitable | $700 |
| American Red Cross | Health | $500 |
| National Park Foundation | Charitable | $500 |
| National Wildlife Federation | Charitable | $500 |
| Operation Smile | Charitable | $500 |
| Arbor Day Foundation | Charitable | $350 |
| The Nature Conservancy | Charitable | $350 |
| National Parks Conservation Association | Charitable | $250 |
| The Madeleine Choir School | Charitable | $250 |
| Utah Sheriffs Association | Charitable | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- William H Child
- W Steven Child
- Patricia A Child
- Kathleen C Markham
Questions people ask
Does Bill and Pat Child Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Bill and Pat Child Family Foundation give?
$2.8 million in tax year 2025, across 46 grants, with a typical grant of $1,750.
Who runs Bill and Pat Child Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists William H Child (President), W Steven Child (Vice President), Patricia A Child (Treasurer) and Kathleen C Markham (Secretary).
What does Bill and Pat Child Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and arts and culture.