Sun Valley Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Sun Valley Family Foundation is a private foundation in Sandy, Utah. In tax year 2025 it gave $320,120 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $5,455 and the largest $100,000. 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$320,120
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$5,455
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$28
- New grantees75%
Giving in 2025 was up from $270,013 the year before.
75% 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 | $1.0 million | 10 | $668 |
| 2024 | $270,013 | 7 | $78 |
| 2025 | $320,120 | 13 | $28 |
How to apply
Sun Valley 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 Sun Valley Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Utah.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Utah | 13 | $320,120 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Philanthropies | Ensign college donation | $100,000 |
| Judge Memorial Catholic High School | General donation | $75,000 |
| Corporation of the President | Humanitarian aid | $60,000 |
| University of Utah | Athletic donation | $35,000 |
| Equity Property Management | Housing for needy family | $26,104 |
| University of Utah | Education donation | $12,000 |
| University of Utah Health Patient Billing | Medical expense for needy individual | $5,455 |
| Dan English | Rent payment to help needy family with housing | $2,373 |
| Lone Peak Surgery Center | Medical expense for needy individual | $1,807 |
| Mountain Star Medical Group | Medical expense for needy individual | $1,481 |
| South Towne Anesthesia LLC | Medical expense for needy individual | $499 |
| University of Utah Dermatology | Medical expense for needy individual | $291 |
| Granger Medical Billing | Medical expense for needy individual | $110 |
Officers and trustees
- Ann B Secrist
- Ryan L Secrist
- Jenny S Robison
- Phillip L Secrist
Questions people ask
Does Sun Valley Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Sun Valley Family Foundation give?
$320,120 in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $5,455.
Who runs Sun Valley Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Ann B Secrist (Trustee), Ryan L Secrist (Trustee), Jenny S Robison (Trustee) and Phillip L Secrist (Trustee).
What does Sun Valley Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, human services and housing and homelessness.