The University of Utah First Star Academy is a four-year education program that improves educational outcomes for youth in foster care in Utah. First Star scholars create community, explore passions, build on talents and overcome systemic barriers to achieve educational success.
Help us help foster youth change the course of their lives from abuse and neglect to academic achievement and self-sufficiency.
First Star is a 501(c)(3) public charity and relies on support from individuals, corporations and
private foundations. Even $5 makes a difference.
Recurring gifts support First Star’s work year-round! (Your credit card will be charged once a month/ once a year as selected. Please contact us at any time to cancel.)
Legacy Giving
Legacy Giving is a wonderful way to make a larger, lasting contribution to a cause you care about. To learn more, contact us: t. (801) 581-6824 | e. legacygiving@utah.edu | w. utah.giftplans.org
Scheduled Pledge Payments
A pledge is an agreement to pay a set amount over a period of time with scheduled payments or transfers from a bank account or credit card. Please mail a completed PDF with your credit card number or a voided check.
Pledge By Phone
To make a pledge by phone or give in other ways (planned gifts, securities) call 1-800-716-0377.
University of Utah Employee Payroll Deduction
For employees of the University of Utah. To set up a one-time or recurring gift to be directed from your paycheck please complete this online form.