The Wasatch Peaks Foundation, in partnership with the Federal Home Loan Bank of Des Moines (FHLB Des Moines) awarded $209,000 to nine organizations across northern Utah.
The grant awards will be used by the recipients to continue their impactful work in the community. The awards highlight the transformative power of nonprofits working together to improve education, mental health and other vital services that benefit families, children, and individuals throughout the region.
"We believe in the power of community and the importance of providing community members with the resources they need to excel," said Jeff Shaw, President and CEO at Wasatch Peaks Credit Union. "We're honored to support initiatives that make a meaningful impact in our community."
The recipient organizations include:
- Box Elder School District Foundation: $12,500 grant to support the development of teen resource centers across the district.
- Boys and Girls Clubs of Weber-Davis: $8,750 grant to address youth food insecurity in the Weber and Davis County communities.
- Ogden's George Eccles Dinosaur Park: $12,500 grant towards enhancing the Bone Cabin Education Center.
- Ogden School Foundation: $55,250 grant to provide critical resources and support students across the Ogden School District.
- Ogden-Weber Technical College Foundation: $12,500 to support students pursuing their professional certifications and licenses.
- Trails Foundation of Northern Utah: $37,500 grant towards the development of a new trailhead on 27th Street in Ogden.
- United Way of Northern Utah: $12,500 grant to strengthen and expand its 211 service.
- Weber Human Services Foundation: $7,500 grant to expand its mental health insurance gap program.
- Weber School Foundation: $50,000 grant towards the development of the district's teen resource centers.
The Wasatch Peaks Foundation and FHLB Des Moines' collaboration with local nonprofits demonstrates the power of partnerships in tackling community challenges and building a stronger, more resilient northern Utah.
"We are linking our arms together, we are surrounding our students and the people in our community who need hte most help," said Katie Wahlquist, Communications Specialist at the Ogden School Foundation. "Thank you to everyone who helps and supports us here in Ogden."
As these organizations put their grant dollars to work, the ripple effects will be felt for years. the funding will support students, families and individuals in creating brighter futures across the state.
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Tod Schroeder
Foundation Executive Director
801-476-6366, tschroeder@wasatchpeaks.com
Addison Rodriguez
Public Relations Specialist
801-476-6367, arodriguez@wasatchpeaks.com
Wasatch Peaks Foundation
The Wasatch Peaks Foundation is the community involvement and charitable giving arm of Wasatch Peaks Credit Union. It is committed to supporting the communities of Weber, Morgan and Davis Counties through volunteer work, donations and outreach. It focuses on supporting youth and builds partnerships with local schools and organizations to strengthen their future. The foundation works to uplift others, support worthy causes and is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit public charitable organization (EIN 88-1110789). Learn more at wasatchpeaks.com/foundation.
Federal Home Loans Bank of Des Moines
The Federal Home Loan Bank of Des Moines is deeply committed to strengthening communities, serving 13 states and three U.S. Pacific territories as a member-owned cooperative. It works together with over 1,200 member institutions to support affordable housing, economic development and community involvement. FHLB Des Moines is one of 11 regional Banks that make up the Federal Home Loan Bank System. Members include community and commercial banks, credit unions, insurance companies, thrifts and community development financial institutions. FHLB Des Moines is wholly owned by its members and receives no taxpayer funding. For additional information about FHLB Des Moines, please visit fhlbdm.com.
