About

Take Part, Reach Higher

The Utah Olympic Legacy Foundation is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization that celebrates the spirit of the Salt Lake 2002 Olympic Winter Games to inspire active, healthy lifestyles and increase community uses of Utah’s Olympic venues.

Our Mission & Vision

VISION

To bring to life the Olympic & Paralympic spirit in our youth, our communities and athletes from around the world.

MISSION

To cultivate champions in sport and in life, deliver experiences that inspire communities and celebrate our Olympic legacy for generations to come.

Strategic Framework

Mission Pillars & Key Objectives

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Sport Programs

Drive recruitment, retention, and access to a diverse range of participants, ensuring winter sports foster a vibrant community of participants of all backgrounds and abilities.

P

Public Experiences

Create immersive, Olympic-themed experiences that engage visitors of all ages and abilities, fostering a deeper connection to Olympic history while promoting active participation and igniting a lasting passion for Utah's Olympic legacy.

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Olympic Venues

Operate and maintain UOLF’s legacy venues at the highest standards by delivering transformative upgrades for the 2034 Games that will ensure an enduring legacy.

R

Responsible & Resourceful

Ensure the efficiency and effectiveness of UOLF resources by implementing best practices, fostering a strong organizational culture, and maintaining financial and regulatory integrity to support long-term growth and stability.

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Thriving & Expanding Legacy

Extend the reach and benefits of Utah’s Olympic legacy to more people and places—fostering pride, influence, and meaningful impact in Salt Lake City, across the state, and around the world—and ensure it remains a global benchmark for Olympic legacy.

Our Venues

As Designated Official U.S. Olympic Training Sites, our venues are places of inspiration and accomplishment where young athletes train alongside world champions.

Utah Olympic Park

Built for the Salt Lake 2002 Olympic Winter Games, Utah Olympic Park is located in Park City, just 25 miles east of Salt Lake City, Utah. The nearly 400 acre venue houses one of only four sliding tracks in North America, six Nordic ski jumps, a 2002 Winter Games museum, and a multitude of adventure activities. Utah Olympic Park is a dynamic multi-use facility focused on developing and growing participation in winter sports in the state of Utah and is an official USOC Training Site.

Utah Olympic Park

Soldier Hollow Nordic Center

Nestled above the picturesque town of Midway and resting in the shadow of the Wasatch Mountains lies Soldier Hollow Nordic Center at Wasatch Mountain State Park. Although it is primarily known as an Olympic venue, Soldier Hollow hosts a variety of activities throughout the fall, spring and summer. Athletes at world-class levels and weekend enthusiasts can enjoy the facility on a year-round basis.

Soldier Hollow Nordic Center

Utah Olympic Oval

Built in 2001 just in time for the Salt Lake 2002 Olympic Winter Games, Utah Olympic Oval is located in the community of Kearns, just 16 miles west of Salt Lake City, Utah. The five-acre venue houses Utah’s only 400-meter speed skating oval and two international-sized ice sheets as well as a state-of-the-art four-lane 442-meter running track. Today, Utah Olympic Oval is a dynamic multi-use facility focused on developing and growing participation in ice sports in the state of Utah.

Utah Olympic Oval

VISION 2035

What makes a Living Legacy?

Our History

In 2002, Utah hosted the world for the XIX Olympic Winter Games and the VIII Paralympic Winter Games.

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Charitable Giving

Donations help support Utah's youth, aspiring athletes and world-class Olympic venues.

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Volunteering

Without our amazing team of volunteers, we would not be able to effectively host world-class events.

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Meet the Team

Meet our Board

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Meet our Employees

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Media & Construction Inquiries

MEDIA INQUIRIES: It has been a busy year for the foundation and our venues. Please visit our media room for more information.

 

CURRENT UOLF COSTRUCTION RFQ/RFPs: Please visit this page for a listing of project requests.

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