Spielberg-Capshaw foundation gives Sundance $3 million to bring Directors Lab back to Utah
The Hearthland Foundation gift is part of a multiyear commitment to Sundance Institute.
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Sundance Institute received a $3 million gift from the Hearthland Foundation, founded by Steven Spielberg and Kate Capshaw, that will help its Directors Lab return to Sundance Mountain Resort in Provo Canyon, the institute announced Thursday, The Salt Lake Tribune reported. [1]
The lab had spent three years at The Stanley Hotel in Colorado, a commitment that ends in June. The gift is part of a multiyear pledge that also supports the Feature Film Program, fellowships and unrestricted grants to artists. [1] Sundance Institute's release calls it one of the largest contributions in the Institute's history and says the multiyear commitment will bolster the Feature Film Program. [2]
The institute's January film festival is leaving Utah. It will move to Boulder, Colorado, starting in 2027, after four decades in Park City and Salt Lake City. [1]
Sources
- The Salt Lake Tribune: A critical piece of Sundance is staying in Utah — with Steven Spielberg’s help. Here’s why.
- Sundance Institute: Sundance Institute announces return of Directors Lab to Sundance Mountain Resort, supported by $3 million gift from Hearthland Foundation (Oct. 22, 2026)
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