The Michael & Jacalyn Leavitt Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Michael & Jacalyn Leavitt Foundation is a private foundation in Cedar City, Utah. In tax year 2025 it gave $218,089 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$218,089
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$16.9 million
- New grantees72%
Giving in 2025 was up from $75,611 the year before.
72% 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 | $80,450 | 14 | $8.4 million |
| 2024 | $75,611 | 13 | $15.1 million |
| 2025 | $218,089 | 18 | $16.9 million |
How to apply
The Michael & Jacalyn Leavitt 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 The Michael & Jacalyn Leavitt Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Utah.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Utah | 15 | $148,089 |
| Nevada | 1 | $50,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $10,000 |
| New York | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mayors Fund for Las Vegas Life | Health and Welfare | $50,000 |
| Southern Utah University | Public University | $46,819 |
| The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints | Organizational Growth | $20,100 |
| Western Governors University | Health and Welfare | $20,000 |
| T-Birds with a Purpose | Health and Welfare | $15,000 |
| The Academy for Creating Enterprise | Health and Welfare | $10,000 |
| Maliheh Free Clinic | Local Schools | $10,000 |
| East High School Foundation | Health & Welfae | $10,000 |
| World Food Program | Health & Welfare | $10,000 |
| Unicef USA | Health & Welfare | $10,000 |
| Ensign Peak Foundation | Health & Welfare | $5,000 |
| Canyon Creek Services | Health & Welfare | $5,000 |
| Charitable Events Corp | Health & Welfare | $2,000 |
| American Prep Education Foundation | Public Education | $1,070 |
| Eni & Hina Faleomavaega Foundation | Health & Welfare | $1,000 |
| Utah Food Bank | Health and Welfare | $1,000 |
| Harrington Center for the Arts | Arts | $600 |
| Riverton High School | Public Education | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael O Leavitt
- Jacalyn S Leavitt
- Jim Douglas
Questions people ask
Does The Michael & Jacalyn Leavitt Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Michael & Jacalyn Leavitt Foundation give?
$218,089 in tax year 2025, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Michael & Jacalyn Leavitt Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Michael O Leavitt (Trustee), Jacalyn S Leavitt (Trustee) and Jim Douglas (Treasurer).
What does The Michael & Jacalyn Leavitt Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, education and food and hunger.