Utah Science and Technology Grants

This funding opportunity supports conservation projects in the Intermountain West that focus on restoring wildlife habitats and improving land management practices, particularly for sagebrush ecosystems and large mammal migration corridors.

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 grant provides funding for various organizations and individuals in Utah to combat invasive plant species through detection, control, and restoration efforts.

This program provides funding to various organizations, including telecommunications providers and local governments, to improve broadband access and infrastructure in underserved areas of Utah.

This program provides financial support to businesses and nonprofit organizations in San Juan County, Utah, to promote economic development through expansion, workforce training, and infrastructure improvements.

This grant provides financial support to food business entrepreneurs in Utah to help them grow, innovate, and enhance local food systems, particularly in economically distressed areas.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations and local artists in Moab to develop recreational, cultural, and arts projects that benefit the community.

This competition provides college students in Utah with the opportunity to win cash and prizes for developing innovative business ideas, while also offering mentorship and resources to help launch their ventures.

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 grant provides financial support to businesses in Daggett County for projects that promote economic growth, infrastructure improvements, and business expansion within the area.

This program provides matching funds to local businesses, nonprofits, and government entities in Carbon County, Utah, to support economic development projects that improve infrastructure, workforce training, and facilities.

This program provides funding and support for community-driven projects that improve and beautify specific neighborhoods in Salt Lake City, encouraging local pride and volunteer participation.

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.

The 24 Squared Grant Program, funded by Square Financial Services and the Community Foundation of Utah, offers grants between $1,000 to $10,000 to Utah-based non-profit organizations engaged in community development activities such as affordable housing, small business development, reentry support, and financial wellness, with special awards for the highest scored organization, those with great potential, and those supporting local small businesses.

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.

1) Note: A full study proposal and proposed budget are NOT requested at this time.2) Project Title: Cultural Resources Support for Dugway Proving Ground in Utah.3) Brief Description of Anticipated Work: The recipient/cooperator agrees to provide the necessary personnel, equipment, and materials required to conduct comprehensive cultural resources support, within the Dugway Proving Ground, Division of Environmental Programs, Cultural Resources Program, located at Dugway Proving Ground, Tooele County, Utah. The scope of this agreement includes supporting the program manager (PM) through the implementation of Dugways Integrated Cultural Resources Management Plan (ICRMP) and all aspects of the Dugway Cultural Resource program focusing on supporting the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA), National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), Archaeological Resources Protection Act (ARPA), American Indian Religious Freedom Act (AIRFA), and Executive Order EO 13007; Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA); 36 CFR 79; DoDi 4710.02 DoD Interactions with Federally Recognized Tribes; and AR 200-1.4) Period of Performance: The base period of performance (PoP) will be 12 months from date of award. Up to six (6) Follow-On Periods with 12-month period of performance foreach.5) Please send responses or direct questions to:Nicholas ApreaGrants SpecialistUSACE, Fort Worth DistrictEmail: [email protected] HesfordProject ManagerUSACE, Fort Worth DistrictEmail: [email protected]) Timeline for Review of Statements of Interest: 30 calendar days from date posted.

The Utah Governor’s Office of Economic Opportunity is accepting applications for its Rural Communities Opportunity Grant. Donor Name: Utah Governor’s Office of Economic Opportunity State: Utah County: Selected Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 08/30/2024 Size of the Grant: $500,000 to $1 million Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The RCOG empowers rural communities to take responsibility for economic development planning, projects, and activities, and to manage their unique opportunities. The grant is designed to address the economic development needs of rural communities, including: Business recruitment, development, and expansion. Workforce training and development; and Infrastructure, industrial building development, and capital facilities improvements for business development. Funding Information  Grant funding is competitive and requires matching funds from awardees. A municipality, city, town, metro township, county, or AOG may receive up to $600,000. Rural counties may receive grant funds from the RCOG exceeding the $200,000 distributed to counties under the Rural County Grant (RCG), but counties may not receive more than $800,000 of state funds per fiscal year. Geographical Areas Counties of the Third Class (Population of 40,000 or more, but less than 175,000) Cache County Tooele County Box Elder County Iron County Summit County Counties of the Fourth Class (Population of 11,000 or more, but less than 40,000) Uintah County Wasatch County Sanpete County Sevier County Carbon County Duchesne County San Juan County Millard County Morgan County Juab County Counties of the Fifth Class (Population of 4,000 or more, but less than 11,000) Emery County Grand County Kane County Beaver County Garfield County Counties of the Sixth Class (Population less than 4,000) Wayne County Rich County Piute County Daggett County Eligibility Criteria Eligible rural communities include: Counties of the third, fourth, fifth, and sixth class Cities, towns, and metro townships located within those counties Municipalities with a population of 10,000 or less in counties of the second class Associations of Governments For more information, visit UGOEO.

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 City of Provo and Utah Valley HOME Consortium announce the availability of $1,759,085.00 in HOME Investment Partnership – American Rescue Plan (HOME-ARP) funding for the acquisition and development of a non-congregate shelter (NCS) that will serve individuals fleeing or attempting to flee domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, stalking and human trafficking. Donor Name: City of Provo State: Utah County: Utah County (UT) City: Provo Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 05/20/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Eligible Projects  May include but are not limited to the acquisition of land and construction of noncongregate shelter (NCS) or acquisition and/or rehabilitation of existing structures such as motels, hotels, or other facilities to be used for NCS. No funds may be used to fund any costs associated with the operation of a non-congregate shelter. Qualifying Population HOME-ARP NCS units may only be occupied by individuals or families who are fleeing, or attempting to flee, domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, stalking, or human trafficking, as defined by the Department of Housing and Urban Development 24 CFR 5.2003. Eligible Applicants  Eligible applicants may be Nonprofit, governmental, and/or quasi-governmental agencies; housing authorities; for profit entities serving the defined Qualifying Population above within the Utah Valley HOME Consortium boundaries (Provo City and Utah County Excluding Eagle Mountain, Alpine and Fairfield). For more information, visit City of Provo.

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.