At the Utah Olympic Legacy Foundation, we believe the Olympic Games are more than a two-
week event. They leave behind world-class venues and a responsibility to ensure those venues
continue to serve both Utahns and visitors from around the globe. Since 2002, our work has
focused on turning that responsibility into opportunity—creating spaces that strengthen our
economy, elevate sport, and enrich communities.

Today, the Utah Olympic Oval, Utah Olympic Park, and Soldier Hollow Nordic Center stand as
living examples of what an Olympic legacy can mean. These venues are not only training
grounds for elite athletes but also community hubs where families skate, children learn to ski,
and volunteers come together to support local and international events. We are proud that these
spaces are as vital today as they were when the Olympic flame first lit them more than two
decades ago.

The impact is clear. According to a recent study by the Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute, our
work combined with visitor spending at the venues supports over 1,000 jobs, generates
seventy-eight million dollars in annual GDP, and contributes one hundred thirty-two million
dollars in overall industry output each year. Visitors to our venues spent nearly twelve million
dollars in 2023, fueling local businesses in accommodations, food, transportation, and
recreation. These numbers remind us that preserving Utah’s Olympic legacy is not just about
sport—it is also about sustaining livelihoods and strengthening Utah’s economy.

The community benefits extend well beyond economics. In fiscal year 2023, our venues hosted
more than 140,000 athlete training days and welcomed over 90,000 out-of-state visitors. At the
same time, our programs and events provided opportunities for Utahns of all ages and abilities
to connect, play, and grow. Whether it is a child discovering a love for sport, a family attending a
community event, or volunteers working side by side, these experiences are at the heart of our
mission.

As we prepare for the return of the Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games in 2034, we remain
committed to ensuring Utah’s venues are ready for the world stage while staying rooted in
community. Our legacy is not only about maintaining facilities; it is about making them vibrant,
accessible, and impactful for generations to come.

The Games may come once every few decades, but the legacy lives on every day—and it is our
honor to carry it forward.