Utah Community Development Funding via US Bancorp Foundation
Utah 501(c)(3) nonprofits working on economic and workforce advancement, affordable housing, or community arts and culture can access funding via US Bancorp Foundation’s Community Possible program. Organizations serving designated U.S. Bank communities, especially those led by people of color and addressing multiple pillars of work, home, and play, may be competitive applicants.
US Bancorp Foundation
Daniels Fund Grants for Utah Community Programs
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations and government equivalents in Utah can seek approximately US $75,000 to support programs or operations in areas like youth development, K–12 education reform, early childhood education, disabilities, addiction, aging, and homelessness. Grants from Daniels Fund help Utah organizations running impactful community programs that fit these funding areas and demonstrate strong, measurable results.
Daniels Fund
Youth Programs Funding for Nonprofits from DanPaul Foundation
501(c)(3) nonprofits in Utah and beyond can apply for DanPaul Foundation grants, awarding up to US $15,000 for programs serving children’s health, education, development, and welfare. Organizations offering youth enrichment, early childhood development, child advocacy, or related services, including science and environmental education, may be eligible for support.
The Dan Paul Foundation
Draper Richards Kaplan Grants for Utah Innovators
Early-stage social impact organizations in Utah tackling major social or environmental challenges can access funding and support through Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation, with awards up to US $300,000. Grants from Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation help scalable, impact-first ventures grow their solutions for underserved communities, including work in areas like education, health, environment, and economic mobility.
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
Community Safety and Education Grants from State Farm
Utah educational institutions, government programs, 501(c)(3) nonprofits, and 501(c)(4) volunteer fire companies can access funding through State Farm Companies Foundation for safety, education, and community development initiatives. Physics-related programs that improve community safety, STEM education, or disaster preparedness may be eligible under the Good Neighbor Citizenship Company Grants focus areas.
State Farm Companies Foundation
Health and Human Services Funding from Semnani Family Foundation
Nonprofit organizations providing health, education, or humanitarian services in Utah and worldwide can seek support for programs serving marginalized and vulnerable communities. Semnani Family Foundation provides global nonprofits with funding for healthcare access, disaster relief, child welfare, women and girls’ services, and related human and social services, which may benefit Utah-based initiatives with these priorities.
Semnani Family Foundation
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust Grants for Physics
With a mission to support charitable, scientific, medical, and educational work, Sidney Stern Memorial Trust provides Utah physics and other 501(c)(3) organizations with funding for U.S.-based programs. Eligible nonprofits must be tax-exempt under federal law, with projects that demonstrate strong management and broad impact on the communities they serve.
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
Bank of America Support for Community Programs
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Utah can seek sponsorship support for community-focused programs that advance economic mobility, basic needs, and community development. Bank of America Charitable Foundation also considers initiatives in arts and culture, workforce development, housing, environment, and diversity, which may benefit physics-related outreach or education efforts in the state.
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc
Pew Charitable Trusts Support for Biomedical Research
Full proposal due Sep 3, 2026
Early-career biomedical researchers at nominated U.S. institutions can receive US $75,000 - US $300,000 to support independent, human health–related research. Grants from Pew Charitable Trusts help Utah physics and related science faculty whose work is grounded in biomedical principles pursue creative basic, translational, or applied projects with flexible funding for personnel, equipment, supplies, and travel.
Pew Charitable Trusts
Utah Community Programs Funding via Eccles Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Sep 18, 2026
Utah 501(c)(3) organizations and government units can seek up to US $2,000,000 for arts, education, health, conservation, and community programs that benefit Utah residents. George S Eccles And Delores Dore Eccles Foundation prioritizes high-impact, Utah-focused projects with strong management, measurable outcomes, and broad financial support, which may include physics-related initiatives within these areas.
George S Eccles And Delores Dore Eccles Foundation
Utah Physics Education Funding via Utah Division
Applications due Sep 21, 2026
Utah schools, tribes, municipalities, and nonprofits can seek $500 - $15,000 to build permanent outdoor learning spaces that support youth science and physics education. Utah Division of Outdoor Recreation’s Youth Engagement Grants fund infrastructure like outdoor classrooms and amphitheaters for outdoor-focused learning tied to the Every Kid Outdoors Adventure Challenge.
Utah Division of Outdoor Recreation
Utah Division Outdoor Youth Recreation Grants
Applications due Sep 21, 2026
Schools, cities, counties, tribes, and nonprofits in Utah can apply for Utah Division of Outdoor Recreation’s Youth Engagement Grants, with awards up to US $15,000 for outdoor recreation and education programming. Funding supports nature discovery, outdoor adventures, trail activities, water and winter sports, and other skill-building experiences for youth ages 6–18 that progress into natural settings.
Utah Division of Outdoor Recreation
National Trust Cultural Preservation Grants in Utah
Applications due Oct 1, 2026
Nonprofit organizations and public agencies preserving traditional cultures and historic sites in Utah can apply for $2,500 - $10,000 to support planning and urgent intervention projects. With a mission to advance historic preservation, National Trust for Historic Preservation provides catalytic funding for archaeology, cultural landscape protection, legal assistance, and community education efforts, requiring a one-to-one match.
National Trust for Historic Preservation
Utah State Library Division Grants for Utah Libraries
Applications due Oct 7, 2026
With a mission to strengthen library services, Utah State Library Division provides Utah libraries with LSTA competitive grants of US $5,000 - US $30,000 to improve capacity, access, and learning. Public and other eligible libraries may fund projects in areas like technology infrastructure, information access, lifelong learning, human services, employment support, and civic engagement.
Utah State Library Division
Community Foundation of Utah Economic Empowerment Grants
Applications due Oct 20, 2026
Utah 501(c)(3) nonprofits doing community development work such as small business development, affordable housing, reentry support, or financial capability can seek $2,500 - $5,000 through the 25 Squared Grant Initiative. With a mission to advance local impact, the Community Foundation of Utah partners with Square Financial Services to support eligible organizations statewide, including those with physics-related community programs.
The Community Foundation of Utah
TJX Foundation Grants for Utah Youth Programs
Letter of inquiry due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Utah located within 15 miles of a TJX store, distribution center, or office can seek funding for basic needs, out-of-school support, workforce readiness, and safety from domestic violence. The TJX Foundation supports programs helping vulnerable children and families build better futures; applications follow an eligibility questionnaire and invitation-only process.
The Tjx Foundation Inc
Utah Community Program Funding via Dreyfus Foundation
Applications due Nov 11, 2026
Nonprofit organizations in Utah seeking support for community, educational, cultural, health, or environmental programs can apply for grants of US $1,000 - US $20,000. The Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation funds museums, schools, hospitals, youth and senior services, disability programs, workforce training, and other community-based initiatives that can benefit from relatively small awards.
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation
Unspecified amount in in-kind support
Arbor Day Foundation Greening Grants in Utah
Applications due Dec 2, 2026
Utah colleges and universities interested in campus greening and beautification can access funding and national recognition through the Tree Campus Higher Education program. Utah physics departments housed at eligible institutions may benefit by integrating tree-related service-learning, campus tree care plans, and Arbor Day observances that meet the program’s five required standards.
National Arbor Day Foundation
Basic Needs and Community Grants from Ameriprise
Applications due Jan 15, 2027
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofits working on basic needs, community vitality, or volunteer-driven causes can apply for Ameriprise Financial’s community grants to support programs in hunger relief, shelter, adult self-sufficiency, and economic or cultural development. Utah organizations may be eligible, with preference for sites near key Ameriprise employee centers and strong Ameriprise volunteer engagement.
Ameriprise Financial
Utah Community Programs Funding via Dr Scholl Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Jan 31, 2027
Utah 501(c)(3) nonprofits seeking project support in education, social services, health care, civic or cultural initiatives, or environmental programs can apply for grants of US $5,000 - US $25,000. Dr Scholl Foundation primarily funds U.S. organizations, so Utah groups with physics-related outreach or education components may be eligible within these broad categories.
Dr Scholl Foundation
University of Utah Support for Climate Research
Applications due Jan 31, 2027
Utah climate and atmospheric science researchers with recent PhDs can access funding for postdoctoral work through the University of Utah’s Wilkes Center Postdoctoral Program. This two-year fellowship awards more than US $64,000 annually for cutting-edge climate science and policy research, which may appeal to physics-focused scholars working on climate-related phenomena in Utah.
The University of Utah
Creative West Native Arts Grants in Utah
Applications due Mar 9, 2027
Native American and Alaska Native individual artists, culture bearers, and cultural practitioners in Utah can receive $2,500 in unrestricted support for creative practice and well-being. Creative West’s Native Arts and Heritage Fund backs work in any cultural form and includes a three-month virtual cohort for connection, reflection, and shared learning.
Creative West
Salt Lake City Arts Council Arts Education Grants in Utah
Applications due Mar 28, 2027
Elementary schools in Utah focused on arts education can receive US $3,000 to host professional teaching artists during the school day. Salt Lake City Arts Council provides Utah schools with funding for in-class artist residencies of at least six weeks within the Salt Lake City School District. Physics-focused classrooms incorporating arts integration may be eligible.
Salt Lake City Arts Council
Cambia Health Foundation Support for Aging
Applications due Apr 10, 2027
Nonprofit or community programs serving older adult kinship and grand-family caregivers can seek funding to strengthen social connections and behavioral health in Utah and the broader Northwest. With a mission to advance whole person health, Cambia Health Foundation provides up to US $50,000 for initiatives that reduce isolation, improve mental health, and support aging in place.
Cambia Health Foundation
Union Pacific Foundation Grants for Utah Programs
Applications due Apr 30, 2027
Union Pacific Foundation provides Utah nonprofits and 501(c)(3) emergency response organizations with US $5,000 - US $30,000 for safety, workforce development, community vitality, and environmental sustainability projects in Union Pacific–served communities. Physics-related education or STEM initiatives that align with these priorities and advance diversity, equity, and inclusion may be eligible.
Union Pacific Foundation
Youth and Community Funding from Chick Fil A Foundation
Applications due May 1, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations with youth education, family services, food security, or environmental stewardship programs in Utah can apply for US $30,000 - US $350,000 to expand their community impact. Chick Fil A Foundation’s True Inspiration Awards support initiatives like academic enrichment, hunger relief, housing support, and community or environmental projects benefiting young people and their families.
Chick Fil A Foundation Inc
Mutual Of America Foundation Support for Community Partnerships
Applications due Jul 1, 2027
Nonprofit organizations in Utah with strong, replicable community partnership programs may be eligible for national recognition and support through the Community Partnership Award. Mutual Of America Foundation honors U.S. nonprofits that collaborate with public, private, or social sector partners to address significant social issues and model effective, scalable community solutions.
Mutual Of America Foundation