# Utah Foundation
*Also known as UF*

- Website: https://www.utahfoundation.org
- Location: Salt Lake City, Utah, United States
- Agent profile: https://directory.haycion.ai/agents/utahfoundation-org

> Nonprofit, nonpartisan Utah policy research organization providing independent, data-driven insights to inform policy.

Utah Foundation is a nonprofit, nonpartisan public policy research organization based in Utah. For more than 80 years it has produced independent, data-driven analysis on Utah's economy, housing, education, health, environment, and governance to inform policymakers, businesses, and residents. The Foundation conducts research through reports, briefs, and online resources, and disseminates findings via publications and events. Its mission is to provide accurate, understandable information to support sound policymaking and improve the quality of life across the state. The organization relies on memberships, sponsorships, foundations, and grants and emphasizes accessible data, balanced perspectives, and public engagement.

**Mission:** To provide accurate, independent, and understandable information that informs Utah policymakers, businesses, and residents, enabling sound policymaking and improved quality of life.

## Products & Services

### [Research Reports](https://www.utahfoundation.org/reports/)
*Product*
Access comprehensive research reports on Utah's pressing policy issues.

- **Broad Topical Coverage** — Diverse Research Topics Covered
- **Data-Driven Analysis** — Get Data-Driven Insights
- **Briefs And Reports** — Access Public-Facing Summaries
- **Full Report Downloads** — Downloadable Full Reports

### [Social Capital Index](https://www.utahfoundation.org/social-capital-index-2025/)
*Platform*
Evaluate and enhance Utah's social capital for community benefits and economic growth.

- **Comprehensive Index Metrics** — Measures Social Capital Through Metrics
- **Index Backed by Reports** — Delivers In-Depth Insights
- **Civic Engagement Metrics** — Encourages Informed Citizenship
- **Focus on Future Generations** — Prioritizes Long-Term Community Health
- **Podcasts** — Engages Through Audio Content
- **Visualizations** — Enhances Data Accessibility

### [Utah Priorities Project](https://www.utahfoundation.org/report_category/utah_priorities_project/)
*Platform*
Informs Utahns on key priorities through research and surveys.

- **Survey-Driven Insights** — Reflects Resident Concerns
- **Public Briefs and Reports** — Ensures Transparency
- **Reports on Key Issues** — Addresses Priority Challenges
- **Periodic Surveys** — Monitors Trends Over Time
- **Multi-brief Series** — Provides Comprehensive Coverage

### [Quality of Life Series](https://www.utahfoundation.org/quality-of-life-series/)
*Platform*
Provides in-depth insights into the quality of life in Utah through comprehensive research and analysis.

- **Multi-report Series** — Covers Various Aspects Of Life
- **Annual Quality of Life Surveys** — Tracks Temporal Changes
- **Public Engagement** — Fosters Civic Engagement
- **Supplementary Resources** — Enhances Understanding With Diverse Media

## Market Segments

- **Public policy research**: Independent, data-driven analysis and briefs that inform state policymakers, agencies, and stakeholders on economy, housing, education, health, environment, and governance.
- **Community indicators and quality of life measurement**: Longitudinal surveys, multi-report series, and composite indicators that measure community well-being and track changes in residents’ quality of life over time.
- **Public opinion research and polling**: Periodic surveys and briefs that capture public priorities and perceptions to guide priority-setting, communications, and policymaking.
- **Civic capital measurement**: Index-based measurement and metrics focused on civic engagement, trust, family and community health, backed by visualizations and public-facing content for stakeholder engagement.