LDS Foundation
Administrative History
The LDS Foundation (1982-2005) handled all donations to the Church that are not tithes or offerings.
The LDS Foundation was established in 1971 as Church Education Development, and became the LDS Foundation in 1982. The LDS Foundation was the central coordinating agency for all donations given to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints beyond tithing or fast offerings. The foundation is under the direction of the Presiding Bishopric of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The Brigham Young University Annual Giving Fund was an extension of the LDS Foundation. The organization was renamed LDS Philanthopies in 2005.
Citation:
LDS Foundation records, 1947-1989Brigham Young University, L. Tom Perry Special Collections worksheet, Mar. 30, 2009 (LDS Foundation; philanthropic fund-raising organization managed by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints)
Ensign, Jan. 1983: p. 78 (LDS Foundation; renamed in 1982, previously Development Office of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints)
Brigham Young University Web site, Mar. 30, 2009 (LDS Foundation renamed LDS Philanthropies in 2005)
Found in 47 Collections and/or Records:
LDS Foundation records on Ironton, 1947-1971
Contains correspondence, memorandums, minutes, reports, and legal documents related to the university's efforts to obtain and then develop the Ironton Plant area in south Provo as a research and industrial park. Materials date from between 1947 and 1971.
LDS Foundation records on Ironton associates, 1964-1971
Contains proposals, reports, letters, memorandums, and other material related to the transfer and planned development of the Ironton Plant. Materials date from between 1964 and 1971.
LDS Foundation records on Ironton history, 1965-1971
Contains a history and chronological materials related to the development of Ironton under Columbia Steel and U.S. Steel, as well as its transfer to the university. Materials date from between 1965 and 1971.
LDS Foundation records on organizations and contacts, 1981-1989
Contains contact lists, memos, and other material on organizations and groups associated with the university. Also includes information on fundraising and hosting procedures. Materials date from between 1981 and 1989.
LDS Foundation records on targeted fundraising campaigns, 1975-1985
Contains reports, surveys, and other materials related to targeted fund-raising campaigns associated with the Annual Giving Fund. Materials date from between 1975 and 1985.
LDS Foundation records on Together for Greatness campaign, 1966-1987
Contains reports, correspondence, meeting minutes, and other material related to the Together for Greatness fund-raising campaign. Materials date from between 1966 and 1987.
LDS Foundation reports on Ironton surveys, 1968-1971
Contains surveys and reports related to the potential industrial development of Ironton, including reports on soil conditions in the area. Materials date from between 1968 and 1971.
LDS Foundation reports, proposals, and other material, 1982-1989
Contains reports, brochures, and programs related to the foundation's fundraising efforts and university programs. Materials date from between 1982 and 1989.
LDS Foundation statements and policy documents, 1979-1989
Contains goals, statements, policy documents, and other materials related to the foundation's activities. Includes information on public relations, marketing, and travel policies. Materials date from between 1979 and 1989.
Office of the President correspondence with LDS Foundation, 1993-1999
Contains correspondence related to fund raising activities of the university. Materials date from between 1993 and 1999.