With the world’s attention turning to the upcoming Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter Games, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints on Tuesday announced its support for the 2034 Utah Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games during a media event at the headquarters of the Milan Foreign Press Association. The commitment includes a financial contribution, venue support, land use, and thousands of volunteers as Salt Lake City prepares to welcome the world once again.
The announcement came as global attention turns toward northern Italy ahead of the 2026 Milano Cortina Olympic Winter Games, which begin February 6.
During the event, Bishop Sean Douglas, Second Counselor in the Church’s Presiding Bishopric, read a statement outlining a broad commitment to support the success of the 2034 Games. These include a significant financial donation, access to Church-owned real estate known in Salt Lake City as Block 85 for use as an official Olympic venue, and the use of additional land for parking adjacent to proposed Olympic sites.
Bishop Douglas also noted that members of the Church will be encouraged to serve as volunteers, consistent with the Church’s long-standing emphasis on service, hospitality and strengthening families.
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