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Wasatch Community Foundation

"Enriching the Quality of Life in Wasatch County"

Current Foundation Programs

  • Ace Awards:
    One outstanding teacher and one support staff from each public school is honored annually and an overall District Ace Award Winner is named at the Annual Ace Awards Banquet.
  • Americanism
    Students learn the basic principles of American history and governance. Top learners are taken to Washington, D.C. for a first-hand view of the national political process.
  • Career Studies
    Youth are escorted by experts in the field, to job sites including aviation, animation, broadcasting, medicine, retail, and engineering.
  • Community Theater
    Vibrant professionals and local volunteers stage musicals, comedies, and youth productions during all four seasons of the year.
  • Big Brothers/Big Sisters
    Caring individuals mentor at-risk youth on a one-on-one basis provide friendship, support and guidance.
  • Nurse Training
    A new nursing program at the UVU-Wasatch Campus addresses the critical shortage of nurses.
  • Scholarships
    Over $100,000 in scholarships is awarded annually by the Foundation to college-bound Wasatch High School seniors.
  • Teacher Grants
    The Foundation awards funds each year for classroom projects designed and requested by teachers.
  • Health and Safety Fairs
    Health education, diagnostic tests, immunizations and safety checks are offered.
  • Rec Center
    A community recreation facility in Heber City is under construction.
  • Teacher Emergency Fund
    An opportunity to assist a district teacher during a catastrophic life experience.
  • Your Idea
    All of the above programs grew out of someone’s idea to make them happen. We’re looking for the next great idea!