Educational Opportunities: A Guide to Utah's Education Grants

Here's a summary of the grants and funding opportunities in Utah:

Aim High Afterschool Alliance Awards

• Description: Supports high-quality out-of-school programs for middle school youth.

• Amount: One-year grants of $20,000; two-year grants of $100,000.

• Duration: 1-2 years.

• Eligibility: 501(c)(3) organizations serving middle school students.

• Website: Afterschool Alliance

• Deadline: March 7, 2025.

Daniels Fund

• Description: Supports organizations in Colorado, New Mexico, Utah, and Wyoming in areas like education and youth development.

• Amount: Varies; median grant is approximately $75,000.

• Duration: Typically 1 year.

• Eligibility: Nonprofits in specified states.

• Website: Daniels Fund

• Deadline: Rolling.

Distance Learning & Telemedicine Grants

• Description: Supports telecommunications-based educational and medical services.

• Amount: Varies.

• Duration: Project-based.

• Eligibility: Various U.S. entities like nonprofits, schools, and government agencies.

• Website: USDA Distance Learning Grants

• Deadline: March 6, 2025.

Dominion Energy

• Description: Provides grants supporting education, environment, culture, and community initiatives.

• Amount: Varies.

• Duration: Typically 1 year.

• Eligibility: Nonprofit organizations in areas served by Dominion Energy.

• Website: Dominion Energy

• Deadline: Varies.

IEEE Foundation Grants

• Description: Funds projects advancing technology for humanity.

• Amount: Varies.

• Duration: 1 year.

• Eligibility: IEEE units, nonprofits, individuals.

• Website: IEEE Foundation

• Deadline: Varies.

Intel

• Description: Offers grants related to technology and education programs.

• Amount: Varies.

• Duration: Varies.

• Eligibility: Varies by program.

• Website: Intel Corporate Responsibility

• Deadline: Varies.

Lockheed Martin

• Description: Supports STEM education, military and veteran causes.

• Amount: Varies.

• Duration: Typically 1 year.

• Eligibility: Nonprofits and schools.

• Website: Lockheed Martin

• Deadline: Varies.

Motorola Solutions Foundation

• Description: Supports STEM education, public safety, and disaster relief programs.

• Amount: Varies.

• Duration: 1 year.

• Eligibility: Nonprofits and schools.

• Website: Motorola Solutions Foundation

• Deadline: Varies.

State STEM and CTE Funding

• Description: Provides funding for STEM and Career and Technical Education programs.

• Amount: Varies.

• Duration: Varies.

• Eligibility: Schools and districts in Utah.

• Website: Check Utah Department of Education website.

STEM Action Center Utah

• Description: Enhances STEM education and workforce development in Utah.

• Amount: Varies.

• Duration: Varies.

• Eligibility: Schools, educators, and organizations.

• Website: STEM Action Center Utah

• Deadline: Varies.

The Gannett Foundation

• Description: Supports local communities through education and development projects.

• Amount: Varies.

• Duration: 1 year.

• Eligibility: Nonprofits in Gannett communities.

• Website: Gannett Foundation

• Deadline: Varies.

Toshiba America Foundation

• Description: Supports K-12 science and math education projects.

• Amount: Up to $5,000 (grades K-5); up to $10,000 (grades 6-12).

• Duration: 1 year.

• Eligibility: K-12 teachers in the U.S.

• Website: Toshiba America Foundation

• Deadline: Varies by grade level.

Utah Education Network Digital Teaching & Learning Grant Program

• Description: Supports the integration of digital teaching and learning technologies.

• Amount: Varies.

• Duration: Project-based.

• Eligibility: Schools and districts in Utah.

• Website: Utah Education Network

• Deadline: Varies.

Please visit their respective websites for the most accurate and updated information.

Navigating the Grant Application Process

• Research Thoroughly: Understand the grant's goals, eligibility requirements, and funding priorities.

• Develop a Strong Narrative: Clearly articulate your project's objectives, activities, and expected outcomes.

• Create a Realistic Budget: Provide a detailed budget that aligns with the grant's guidelines.

• Submit on Time: Adhere to all deadlines and ensure all required documentation is included.

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