Utah Private 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 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 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 grant provides financial support to individuals and organizations in South Salt Lake for hosting free cultural and arts events that engage the community.

This grant provides funding for experienced artists to conduct in-school residencies at elementary schools in Salt Lake City, fostering creative partnerships that enhance student learning during the regular school day.

This grant provides funding for community-based projects that engage the public in the humanities, addressing important local issues and fostering understanding and connection among diverse groups.

This funding opportunity supports Utah-based organizations in conducting community-focused oral history projects, providing financial assistance for interviews, transcription, and research costs while ensuring the preservation and public accessibility of collected stories.

This funding program provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Salt Lake County and surrounding areas for community development projects that benefit low-to-moderate-income individuals and families, focusing on areas such as affordable housing, mental health, and small business assistance.

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 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.

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 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.

This grant provides funding to organizations in Summit and Wasatch Counties, as well as other Utah entities, to support projects that enhance the quality of life in the Park City area through community service and tangible improvements.

The South Salt Lake is currently accepting applications for the Neighborhood Block Party Grant program. Donor Name: South Salt Lake State: Utah City: South Salt Lake Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 06/30/2024 Size of the Grant: Less than $1000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: South Salt Lake knows that good neighborhoods start with good neighbors, which is why they are offering residents the opportunity to apply for a Neighborhood Block Party Grant. Block parties are a great way for neighbors to come together, build relationships, and engage in family-fun activities. Whether you want to host a block BBQ, cultural event, or neighborhood kids’ party, they are here to support you with some financial help, your event permit application, and answer any questions. Funding Information A total of 5 grants will be awarded for the 2024 season, each funding eligible expenses up to $500. Eligible Expenses  Eligible expenses include items such as food, paper goods, door prizes, and entertainment/performers. Criteria  The event must take place within city boundaries of South Salt Lake. Event host(s) agrees to allow all residents in the neighborhood to attend the event, and the the block party must occur on the block in which the host(s) resides. For more information, visit South Salt Lake.

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.

Established in 1985, the R. Harold Burton Foundation honors the legacy of Robert Harold and Maybelle Covey Burton by supporting education, science, literacy, and health and human services projects in the greater Salt Lake metropolitan area. Reflecting the Burtons' interests, the foundation awards grants to tax-exempt organizations primarily located in this region, aiming to enhance the community's capacity for positive impact. Grant applications are reviewed twice yearly, with submission deadlines on February 15 for spring and August 15 for fall. Eligible organizations must demonstrate a charitable or educational purpose and hold a 501(c)(3) status.

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.