The Utah Autism Foundation
Accepts applications
The Utah Autism Foundation is a private foundation in Sandy, Utah. In tax year 2025 it gave $5,000 in 1 grant; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $5,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$5,000
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$2.1 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $12,500 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $77,500 | 2 | $2.1 million |
| 2024 | $12,500 | 3 | $2.1 million |
| 2025 | $5,000 | 1 | $2.1 million |
How to apply
| Contact | David Spafford 11201 South Susan Drive, Sandy, UT 84092 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (801) 913-4000 |
| What to submit | Request letter |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Utah Autism Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Utah.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Utah | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Utah Symphonyutah Opera | Charitable gifts | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- David R Spafford
- Stephen Bamberger
- Rick Durham
- Lisa Eccles
- Kathy Hill
- Dow Jones
- Michael A Moreton
- Davis Mullholand
- Shauna Priskos
- David Tanner
- Jon Wright
- Pam Jenkins
Questions people ask
Does The Utah Autism Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The Utah Autism Foundation give?
$5,000 in tax year 2025, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Utah Autism Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists David R Spafford (Chairman), Stephen Bamberger (Board Member), Rick Durham (Board Member) and Lisa Eccles (Board Member) among 12 officers and trustees.
What does The Utah Autism Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture.