Making a Difference Foundation
Historical FunderMidvale, Utah · EIN 81-4680770 · Private foundation · Website
Grants paid (2024)$828K
Organizations funded229
Typical grant$2,500
Total assets$5.9M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $500 and $2,500.
From the return
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | MAKING A DIFFERENCE GRANT REQUEST T |
|---|---|
| Address | 7259 S BINGHAM BLVD, MIDVALE UT 84047 |
| Phone | 8019303000 |
| Form and materials | GRANT REQUEST FORM. NAME OF CHARITY, INVOLVEMENT WITH CHARITY, HOW THE GRANT MONEY WILL BE USED. |
| Deadlines | QUARTERLY |
| Restrictions | LOCAL GRANTS - $200 - $5000 STRATEGIC GRANTS - GREATER THAN $5000 |
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
63% of grants went outside Utah.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| International Medical Relief | Loveland, CO | Expand healthcare access and education worldwide. | $138,572 |
| A Broader View Volunteers | Elkins Park, PA | Offer volunteer programs abroad to help communities and connect. | $29,712 |
| Maliheh Free Clinic | Millcreek, UT | Provide free urgent medical care to those in critical need. | $25,500 |
| Caridad Center | Boynton Beach, FL | Improve health, education, and living standards in south florida. | $25,000 |
| Lincoln Community Health Center | Durham, NC | Offer primary and preventative health care with compassion. | $25,000 |
| People's Health Clinic | Park City, UT | Provide free healthcare to uninsured residents in utah counties. | $25,000 |
| Seager Memorial Clinic | Ogden, UT | Offer free medical, dental, vision, and mental health care. | $25,000 |
| Partners for World Health | Portland, ME | Collect and prepare donated medical supplies for those in need. | $19,500 |
| American Red Cross | Washington, DC | Mobilize volunteers and donors to ease emergency suffering. | $15,000 |
| Voom Foundation | College Station, TX | Provide sustainable healthcare for underserved communities. | $13,000 |
| Community Foundation Western North Carolina | Asheville, NC | Inspire philanthropy and mobilize resources to enrich lives. | $10,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | New York, NY | Provide impartial medical aid to victims of war and disasters. | $10,000 |
| International Rescue Committee | New York, NY | Provide healthcare, education, and programs for women and girls. | $10,000 |
| Unicef | New York, NY | Pursue equity so every child is healthy, educated, and respected. | $10,000 |
| Volunteers of America | Salt Lake City, UT | Help vulnerable individuals build self-reliance through community paths. | $8,500 |
| Davis Education Foundation (Mountain High School) | Kaysville, UT | Help businesses and individuals impact davis school district kids. | $8,000 |
| Granite Education Foundation | Salt Lake City, UT | Remove learning barriers for granite school district students. | $6,000 |
| Humane Society of Utah | Murray, UT | End animal suffering and keep pets with people. | $5,500 |
| Feeding Tampa Bay | Tampa, FL | Create a one-stop resource for meals, health, and job training. | $5,000 |
| Hawaii Community Foundation | Honolulu, HI | Inspire generosity and equity to create a better hawaii. | $5,000 |
| International Medical Corps | Los Angeles, CA | Deliver healthcare and training in crisis zones for self-reliance. | $5,000 |
| Loganville Volunteer Fire Company | Loganville, PA | Serve and protect loganville with an all-volunteer department. | $5,000 |
| Maui United Way | Wailuku, HI | Advance maui, molokai, and lnai through equitable initiatives. | $5,000 |
| Paradise Rescue | Grand Haven, MI | Reduce stray animal populations and raise awareness. | $5,000 |
| Project Hope | Washington, DC | Empower health workers to save lives globally. | $5,000 |
| Sarasota Community Foundation | Sarasota, FL | Drive community impact through philanthropy. | $5,000 |
| Thanksgiving Heroes | Riverton, UT | Ensure every family shares a thanksgiving meal. | $5,000 |
| United Way of Asheville and Buncombe County | Asheville, NC | Unite people and resources to create opportunities free from poverty. | $5,000 |
| Utah Hemophilia Foundation | Salt Lake City, UT | Empower people with bleeding disorders through education and advocacy. | $5,000 |
| Rocky Mountain Adventist Healthcare Foundation | Denver, CO | Inspire joyful giving to transform lives. | $4,025 |
| Christian Center Park City | Park City, UT | Provide food, counseling, and support for thriving lives. | $4,000 |
| Corner of Love | Kingswood, TX | Serve refugees and migrants through international missions. | $4,000 |
| Utah Food Bank | Salt Lake City, UT | Fight hunger statewide through food assistance. | $4,000 |
| Project Cure | Centennial, CO | Deliver donated medical supplies worldwide. | $3,860 |
| Aau - Asian Association of Utah | Salt Lake City, UT | Help trafficking victims and refugees achieve independence. | $3,500 |
| Cancer Wellness House Inc (Dba Survivor Wellness) | Salt Lake City, UT | Support cancer survivors and caregivers with wellness services. | $3,500 |
| Encircle | Salt Lake City, UT | Provide a safe space for lgbtq+ youth and families. | $3,500 |
| The Christmas Box International | Salt Lake City, UT | Offer transitional housing for youth. | $3,500 |
| United Way | Salt Lake City, UT | Improve lives by mobilizing communities for the common good. | $3,500 |
| Floating Doctors | Topanga, CA | Reduce disease and improve healthcare in developing regions. | $3,200 |
| Abandoned Pet Rescue | Fort Lauderdale, FL | Operate a no-kill shelter to rescue and rehome pets. | $3,000 |
| Catholic Community Services | Salt Lake City, UT | Practice gospel values through service and support. | $3,000 |
| Christine's Critters Inc | Weston, CT | Rehabilitate injured raptors and return them to the wild. | $3,000 |
| Families Moving Forward | Durham, NC | Help homeless families find stability through housing and support. | $3,000 |
| Fostering Connections | Tulsa, OK | Support children in oklahomas child welfare system. | $3,000 |
| Mary & Martha House | Ruskin, FL | Provide housing and support for homeless women and survivors. | $3,000 |
| Project Hope 4 Kids | Salt Lake City, UT | Welcome refugee and immigrant families through education and support. | $3,000 |
| Roots Charter High School | West Valley, UT | Teach responsibility through caring for plants and animals. | $3,000 |
| The Children's Center Utah | West Valley City, UT | Provide mental health care for young children and families. | $3,000 |
| Tracy Aviary | Salt Lake City, UT | Inspire curiosity and care for birds and nature through education. | $3,000 |
| Western Wake Crisis Ministry | Apex, NC | Partner with people in crisis to provide essential support. | $3,000 |
| Medical Mission Interational (Dba Medical Ministry International) | San Antonio, TX | Provide faith-based healthcare to those in need. | $2,800 |
| A4de - Advocates for Disease Education | Smyrna, GA | Teach disease prevention and healthy living skills. | $2,500 |
| Acf Adoptions | N Miami Beach, FL | Help families form and give every child a safe home. | $2,500 |
| Alternative Education Foundation (For Benefit to Hope Links) | Davie, FL | Support kids with autism, adhd, and learning challenges. | $2,500 |
| Avian Sanctuary and Protection | West Valley City, UT | Rescue and rehabilitate birds while educating owners. | $2,500 |
| Bark Back Benefit | Lake Worth Beach, FL | Bring artists and community together for animal charities. | $2,500 |
| Bayview Elementary School - PTA Florida Congress | Fort Lauderdale, FL | PTA unites parents and teachers to improve education. | $2,500 |
| Bear Lake Watch | St Charles, ID | Keep bear lake clean, deep, and blue. | $2,500 |
| Bella SPCA | Oklahoma City, OK | Help low-income and elderly pet owners afford vet care. | $2,500 |
Showing the 60 largest of 229 grants to organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $827,894 | 229 |
| 2023 | $604,660 | 170 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Dec 10, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202533449349100718
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 81-4680770
- Profile updated Nov 4, 2026
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