Utah Education Grants

This grant provides unrestricted funding to nonprofit organizations serving the greater Park City area, supporting a wide range of community needs such as arts, education, health, and environmental conservation.

This grant provides financial support to Utah-based nonprofit organizations focused on animal welfare, youth development, epilepsy research, and end-of-life care services.

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Utah that focus on education, health, and human services to help alleviate poverty among low-income populations in the state.

This program provides funding to various organizations and government entities in Utah to improve access to high-speed internet, affordable devices, and digital skills training for residents, aiming to bridge the digital divide across the state.

This program provides funding to various organizations and individuals in Utah to create and improve habitats for pollinators by planting native vegetation and enhancing ecological connectivity.

This grant provides funding to Utah schools and educational agencies to develop and expand innovative computing programs that engage students from pre-kindergarten through post-secondary education, with a focus on increasing access and integrating coding and artificial intelligence into learning experiences.

This funding opportunity is designed to support STEM education institutions in Utah by providing resources for professional learning programs that enhance educators' skills and confidence in teaching science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.

This funding opportunity provides public schools and charter institutions with personalized math learning software to improve instruction and student proficiency in mathematics for grades 3-12.

This funding initiative provides financial support to Salt Lake City residents and community organizations for projects that improve access to fresh, healthy, and culturally relevant food while addressing local food system disparities.

This grant provides financial support to local nonprofit organizations that promote equitable access to sports, recreation, and extracurricular activities for Latinx and BIPOC youth in Summit County.

This funding opportunity provides financial support for community events in Salt Lake City that promote cultural enrichment and economic benefits, prioritizing free events and those that foster diversity and neighborhood unity.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to rural communities in Utah for economic development initiatives, including business growth, workforce training, and infrastructure improvements.

The Economic Assistance Grant Program assists Utah businesses in promoting and supporting economic opportunities in the state and provides services related to industry, education, community development, or infrastructure. Donor Name: Utah Governor’s Office of Economic Opportunity State: Utah County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 08/15/2024 Size of the Grant: $100,000 to $500,000 Grant Duration: 2 Years Details: Based on the categories stated above, grant prioritization includes: Projects focused on developing Utah’s five targeted industries: Advanced Manufacturing, Aerospace & Defense, Financial Services, Life Sciences & Healthcare, and Software & IT. Funding Tiers Funding tiers are set to encourage applications from businesses of all sizes, with project budgets and grant requests both small and large. EAG tiers include: Tier 1 – For grant requests up to and including $50,000. Tier 2 – For grant requests greater than $50,000, up to and including $100,000. Tier 3 – For grant requests greater than $100,000, up to a maximum award of $200,000. Project Period Project can be completed within 18 months from the award date. Criteria For this grant, a business is defined as a for-profit or nonprofit entity. Government entities are not eligible to apply. To qualify for this grant, an applicant’s principal place of business must be in Utah, and the applicant must be registered and in good standing with the Utah Division of Corporations and Commercial Code. For more information, visit Utah Governor’s Office of Economic Opportunity.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to conservation districts in Utah to organize workshops and conferences that educate agricultural producers on soil health practices.

The Ruby J. Craddock Memorial Trust is seeking applications to support for the care and well-being of animals, adolescent intervention programs helping youth acquire skills to meet life’s challenges, education and research in connection with epilepsy, and programs for home care of the terminally ill. Donor Name: The Ruby J. Craddock Memorial Trust State: Utah County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 07/31/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Program Areas Education Environment, animals Health Human services Funding Information Average grant size: $5,000 – $10,000 Average total giving per year: $65,000 Requirements To be eligible, organizations must qualify as exempt organizations under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Applications must be submitted through the online grant application form or alternative accessible application designed for assistive technology users. For more information, visit Wells Fargo.

The Park City Community Foundation strives to create an enduring philanthropic community to benefit all the people of greater Park City. Donor Name: Park City Community Foundation State: Utah County: Summit County (UT), Wasatch County (UT) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 07/03/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The Community Foundation established the Community Fund with the goal of providing unrestricted funding to local nonprofit organizations that support the health of the community. Areas of Interest  Arts and culture, education, sports and recreation, children and families, physical or mental health and human services, youth services, conservation and environment, housing security, and other community-based efforts. Types of Support  Grant requests are for unrestricted support, including but not limited to operating, equipment, startup costs, consulting services, technical assistance, research, measurement & evaluation, demonstration, capacity building, and matching grants. An application may be submitted as a joint request from multiple organizations. Funding Information Grants will fall in the range of $2,500-$15,000, depending on the amount available for distribution. Eligibility Criteria  Park City Community Foundation will consider grant applications from organizations meeting all the following eligibility requirements: Serve people living or working in Summit County (Wasatch County will be considered, although grant making decisions will emphasize organizations based in Summit County that serve Summit County). Qualify as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization under the Internal Revenue Code. Applicants without 501(c)(3) status, but which have applied to the IRS (Internal Revenue Service) for such status, may apply. Receipt letter from the IRS of application is required at time of application to Park City Community Foundation. Applicants without 501(c)(3) status, but which are operating under an organization qualified as a 501(c)(3) organization, may apply separately if they have the written consent of the qualified organization. In that case, the application must contain a letter of agreement between the two organizations, which sets forth the responsibilities of each organization. Applicants that are not 501(c)(3) organizations but are implementing charitable activities for the benefit of the citizens of Summit County, should contact Park City Community Foundation before applying. Under some circumstances, they are eligible to be considered for funding but may be required to adhere to separate reporting measures and disbursement processes. Restrictions Grants will not be awarded for: debt reductions or retiring past operating deficits sponsorships, dinners, or one-time events fellowships or other grants to individuals loans litigation political campaigns endowment funds graduate and post-graduate research purposes that further political or religious doctrine. For more information, visit PCCF.

The Utah Department of Agriculture and Food (UDAF) is pleased to announce the opening of the Local Soil Health Workshop Grant. Donor Name: Utah Department of Agriculture and Food (UDAF) State: Utah County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant | Reimbursement Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 06/14/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The grant is meant to increase opportunities for Utah agricultural producers and professionals to learn about regenerative farming practices and build local networks of soil health-focused individuals.  Funding will be made available for the conservation district to host local workshops/conferences focused on soil health. The funding cap will be $10,000 per application, with a focus on holding workshops in the 2025 calendar year. The grants will be reimbursement-based. Funding will be used for the rental of event facility, speaker fees, supplies, advertisements, and meals (within per diem rate). Objectives Expanding localized knowledge of soil health principles and practices across the state through smaller community-sized education and outreach events across the state.      Conferences / Workshops Provide resources to cover expenses to      Pay for expert speakers Pay for soil practitioner presenters from around the state to present Supplies, advertisements, and event rental to host the events Providing a support network for producers implementing soil health Increase implementation of soil health practices through knowledge sharing      Field days / Demonstration Events. Funding Information Grant Cycle Total Funding Available: $30,000. Award Ceiling $10,000. Award Floor $1,500. Eligible Costs  Event space rental Speaker Fees Meals (within state per diem rates) Printed Materials / Supplies Advertisements Administrative Costs (5% max). Eligibility Criteria  Organizations that work with agriculture producers in the state of Utah. Organizations with the capacity and experience to host high-quality local events. Organizations with experience in grant management, and project implementation. Must be for a new event or significantly expanding the scope of existing events. For more information, visit UDAF.

This grant provides financial support to charitable organizations in Utah that focus on improving health, education, community development, environmental preservation, and the arts, while ensuring they meet community needs without duplicating existing services.

The Simmons Family Foundation, established in 1986 by Roy W. and Elizabeth E. Simmons in Salt Lake City, is dedicated to enhancing the virtues of good citizenship through support for religious, medical, community, art, and educational initiatives. With a focus on serving the people of Utah, the Foundation prioritizes projects and organizations that align with its mission. Eligible applicants include 501(c)(3) or 170(c) non-profit organizations. The Foundation emphasizes a preference for direct project funding over organizations that grant funds to others.

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in the greater Salt Lake area that focus on education, science, literacy, and health and human services.