Catalyst Foundation
Historical FunderSalt Lake City, Utah · EIN 87-0666762 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,000 and $30,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | DIANA LADY DOUGAN |
|---|---|
| Address | 19 EAST 200 SOUTH STE 1000, SALT LAKE CITY UT 84111 |
| Phone | 8015327900 |
| Form and materials | NO APPLICATION FORM |
| Deadlines | NONE |
| Restrictions | NONE |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
62% of grants went outside Utah.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Utah Film Center | Salt Lake City, UT | Free community films and discussions | $151,895 |
| Foundation Fighting Blindness | Owings Mills, MD | General charitable purpose | $50,000 |
| Salt Lake Arts Academy | Salt Lake City, UT | General charitable purpose | $30,000 |
| UC San Diego Foundation | LA Jolla, CA | General charitable purpose | $10,000 |
| Arthur C Clarke Foundation | Alexandria, VA | General charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| Institute of World Politics | Washington, DC | General charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| Hogle Zoo | Salt Lake City, UT | General charitable purpose | $1,000 |
| Wamu 885 | Washington, DC | Public radio | $500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $253,395 | 8 |
| 2024 | $173,400 | 22 |
| 2023 | $38,000 | 5 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 15, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202601359349103795
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 87-0666762
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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