Utah Community Development Funding via US Bancorp Foundation
Utah rural development and community nonprofits can access funding for economic and workforce advancement, safe and affordable housing, and community arts and culture. The US Bancorp Foundation’s Community Possible program supports 501(c)(3) partners in designated U.S. Bank communities, with a preference for organizations led by people of color and those addressing multiple work, home, and play pillars.
US Bancorp Foundation
Costco Foundation Community Services Grants in Utah
Utah 501(c)(3) nonprofits supporting children, education, or health and human services can seek program funding that may benefit rural communities. Grants from Costco Foundation help organizations addressing child welfare, youth services, children’s mental health, and related human and social services. Funding is for monetary requests only and typically covers a portion of overall program budgets.
Costco Foundation
Creag Foundation Innovation Grants in Utah
Utah 501(c)(3) nonprofits with innovative human services or social problem-solving programs can seek support for new or expanded approaches. Focused on innovation, Creag Foundation invites organizations addressing issues like community development, health, literacy, or public safety to submit a letter of inquiry for invitation-only funding opportunities.
Creag Foundation
Draper Richards Kaplan Grants for Utah Innovation
Early-stage, impact-first nonprofit and mission-driven for-profit organizations working on scalable social or environmental solutions in Utah can access funding and support through Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation; awards up to US $300,000 over three years. Grants from Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation help rural development and other initiatives that benefit underserved communities and can grow to reach at least 10,000 people.
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
Economic Empowerment Funding from Cisco Systems Foundation
Nonprofit and nongovernmental organizations using technology for crisis response, education access, or economic empowerment projects in Utah and worldwide can seek Global Impact Cash Grants, with awards up to US $100,000. Cisco Systems Foundation supports innovative, early-stage, tech-enabled solutions serving predominantly economically underserved communities, which may include rural development initiatives in Utah.
Cisco Systems Foundation
Utah Community Health Funding via Labcorp Charitable Foundation
Utah nonprofits and other eligible 501(c)(3) organizations can receive support for health, education, and community programs that improve quality of life. Labcorp Charitable Foundation provides funding for initiatives such as food pantries, healthcare and patient services for underserved populations, STEM programming, and healthy lifestyle promotion, which may benefit rural development efforts across the state.
Labcorp Charitable Foundation
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation Youth Grants
Organizations supporting education, child health, or family economic stability for urban low-income youth can apply for Michael & Susan Dell Foundation grants of more than US $50,000 for project support or scaling. Eligible entities include nonprofits, social enterprises, schools, and public agencies in the U.S., India, or South Africa, and Utah-based groups may be eligible if they meet these criteria.
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust Grants for Utah Nonprofits
With a mission to support charitable, scientific, medical, and educational work, Sidney Stern Memorial Trust provides Utah 501(c)(3) organizations with funding for programs that materially benefit the public. Eligible nonprofits must use awarded funds within the U.S., and rural development efforts that fit these categories may be considered.
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
Bank of America Support for Community Development
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations working on community development, basic needs, workforce readiness, arts, environment, or inclusion in Utah may be eligible for sponsorship support to strengthen local communities. Bank of America Foundation supports initiatives that preserve neighborhoods, address hunger and shelter, and enhance the social and cultural life of rural and urban areas nationwide.
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc
Utah Rural Development Funding via Utah GOEO
Applications due Sep 1, 2026
Utah rural county governments seeking support for economic development projects in Utah can access funding through Utah Governor's Office of Economic Opportunity. Grants up to Up to US $200,000 annually may support business recruitment and expansion, workforce training, and infrastructure or capital improvements that strengthen local rural economies in eligible third- through sixth-class counties.
Utah Governor's Office of Economic Opportunity
Eccles Foundation Community Grants in Utah
Letter of inquiry due Sep 18, 2026
Utah 501(c)(3) organizations and government units can apply for Eccles Foundation grants up to Up to US $2,000,000 to support arts, education, health, conservation, and community services. Rural development projects improving quality of life, health care access, education, or social services in Utah communities may be especially competitive.
George S Eccles And Delores Dore Eccles Foundation
Storytelling Funding for Nonprofits from Couch Foundation
Applications due Sep 25, 2026
Nonprofit organizations focused on preservation, education, or wellness can receive more than US $50,000 to develop storytelling projects that highlight their community impact, including work in rural Utah. Focused on amplifying real-world change, the Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation invites eligible 501(c)(3)s and aligned for-profits to share powerful narratives, which may support rural development goals.
Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation
USDA Rural Development Support for Utah Facilities
Applications due Sep 30, 2026
Utah public bodies, community-based nonprofits, and Federally Recognized Tribes developing essential community facilities in rural areas can access funding via USDA Rural Development. Support covers purchasing, constructing, or improving facilities and equipment for health care, public safety, community services, education, utilities, and local food systems in eligible rural communities under 20,000 residents.
USDA: Rural Development (RD)
Utah Rural Water Funding via USDA Rural Development
Applications due Sep 30, 2026
Utah rural communities, local governments, nonprofits, and federally recognized tribes needing to secure or restore safe drinking water can access funding through USDA Rural Development for emergency water projects. Grants up to US $1,000,000 support waterline extensions, repairs, and new water source or treatment facilities in eligible low-income rural areas.
USDA: Rural Development (RD)
Rural Microenterprise Funding for Utah Intermediaries via USDA
Applications due Oct 1, 2026
Utah nonprofits, tribes, and higher education institutions supporting rural microentrepreneurs can access loans and grants to run microloan revolving funds and provide training and technical assistance. Rural development organizations may be eligible to use USDA’s Rural Microentrepreneur Assistance Program for working capital, debt refinancing, equipment and supplies, and real estate improvements, with awards up to US $500,000.
United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)
Utah Community Services Funding via Robinson Foundation
Applications due Oct 15, 2026
Utah rural development and community service nonprofits can access funding through Robinson Foundation for programs serving children and families, education, poverty relief, health, disaster relief, veterans, animal welfare, and conservation. Eligible applicants are 501(c)(3) charities active more than three years, serving the Southern U.S., seeking single-year, non-capital support with tangible, meaningful impact.
Robinson Foundation
Insperity Community Services Grants in Utah
Applications due Oct 16, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations supporting community services in Utah, especially where Insperity employees live and work, may be eligible for philanthropic grants or event sponsorships. With a mission to strengthen communities, Insperity provides financial support once per year to approved charities, including those involved with employees or that are Insperity clients.
Insperity
Utah Governor's Office Grants for Utah Rural Development
Applications due Oct 30, 2026
Local governments and rural communities in Utah can apply for the Utah Governor's Office of Economic Opportunity’s Rural Communities Opportunity Grant; awards up to US $600,000 for economic development planning and projects. Funding can support business recruitment and expansion, workforce training, and infrastructure or facility improvements that strengthen rural economies.
Utah Governor's Office of Economic Opportunity
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Support for Utah Initiatives
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Focused on community and environmental initiatives, 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations in Utah can seek funding to advance service, conservation, or peacebuilding work. The Dudley T Dougherty Foundation welcomes charitable projects that improve quality of life, which may include efforts benefiting rural development and local communities.
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Inc
Youth and Basic Needs Grants from TJX Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations supporting basic needs, at-risk youth, workforce readiness, or domestic violence services in Utah and other areas near TJX locations can seek program funding. The Tjx Foundation invites eligible groups within 15 miles of a TJX store, distribution center, or office to begin with an online eligibility questionnaire and letter of inquiry.
The Tjx Foundation Inc
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation Grants for Utah Community Programs
Applications due Nov 11, 2026
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation provides Utah nonprofits with US $1,000 - US $20,000 to support museums, cultural and performing arts, education, health facilities, environmental and wildlife protection, and community services. Rural development organizations serving youth, seniors, people with disabilities, or local quality-of-life initiatives may be especially good candidates.
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation
Dr Scholl Foundation Grants for Utah Programs
Letter of inquiry due Feb 1, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Utah can seek project funding for education, social services, health care, civic and cultural, or environmental initiatives. Grants from Dr Scholl Foundation help rural development efforts by supporting community, health, and social service programs; awards range from US $5,000 - US $25,000, primarily to U.S. applicants.
Dr Scholl Foundation
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Grants for Utah Communities
Applications due Apr 15, 2027
Grants from O'Reilly Automotive Foundation help Utah 501(c)(3) nonprofits serving local communities with programs in economic stability, workforce development, health and social services, and disaster relief. U.S.-based, non-discriminatory organizations in O’Reilly Auto Parts service areas may receive project, general operating, or capital support, which can benefit rural development efforts for underserved residents.
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Inc
Utah Department of Workforce Services Food Grants in Utah
Applications due Apr 17, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) agencies and local government programs providing emergency food services in Utah can seek funding for operations, transportation, supplies, equipment capacity building, technical assistance, and staffing. With a mission to support low-income Utahns, Utah Department of Workforce Services offers EFN and QEFAF grants that may benefit rural communities addressing food access and security.
Utah Department of Workforce Services
Utah Rural Housing Funding via Enterprise Community Partners
Applications due May 16, 2027
Utah rural development and housing organizations with proven, ready-to-scale affordable housing innovations can access funding through Enterprise Community Partners in this national competition. Grants of US $2,000,000 support solutions in design and construction, finance, or service delivery and programs that expand affordable rental and homeownership options for low- and moderate-income residents.
Enterprise Community Partners Inc
US $100,000 - US $500,000
USDA Rural Development Grants for Utah
Applications due Jun 15, 2027
Rural public entities and nonprofit organizations in Utah can use these grants to support small rural businesses through technical assistance, training, and community economic development projects. With a mission to strengthen rural development, USDA Rural Development provides funding for activities like business counseling, infrastructure, revolving loan funds, incubators, and long-term strategic planning.
USDA: Rural Development (RD)
Utah Human Services Funding via Gupta Family Foundation
Applications due Jul 31, 2027
Nonprofit organizations working to help disadvantaged people become self-reliant, including those serving rural communities in Utah, can apply for Gupta Family Foundation grants ranging from US $5,000 - US $250,000. With a mission to support focused human and social services interventions, the foundation currently funds smaller organizations operating in several countries, including the U.S.
Gupta Family Foundation