Driving Discovery, Delivering Impact—Together

The University of Utah is driving discovery and innovation to address society’s most pressing challenges. These efforts are strengthened through strategic partnerships with corporate and philanthropic organizations that help accelerate breakthroughs and deliver impact to communities worldwide.

The Office of Corporate and Foundation Relations (CFR) serves as the University’s central point of contact for building partnerships with private organizations. We help foundations and corporations connect with university faculty researchers whose work aligns with their missions and priorities. [Explore U of U faculty researcher profiles.]

How We Can Help

• Serve as a central point of contact for foundation engagement with the University.
• Facilitate connections to senior leadership, faculty researchers, and academic programs.
• Host site visits for in-person introductions, conferences, and lab/facility/campus tours.
• Ensure that submitted proposals align with foundation guidelines and priorities.
• Coordinate award management, reporting, and stewardship.

For information about commercial IP and contracts, please contact the U of U Technology Licensing Office.

For all other inquiries, please contact Lynn Wong, JD, Senior Director of Corporate and Foundation Relations, at lynn.wong@hsc.utah.edu.