Youth Engagement Grants
Youth Engagement Grants from the Division of Outdoor Recreation fund science-based outdoor learning and recreation projects that connect Utah youth with nature and foster healthy, active lifestyles.
Funder: Division of Outdoor Recreation
Due Dates: August 3, 2026 (Application window opens) | September 21, 2026 (Full application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Up to $15,000 per grant (UCORE, UCORE Educator, and Nature-Based Learning Infrastructure); 18-month contract; 20% match required.
Summary: Supports Utah-based programs that connect youth with outdoor recreation and learning, aiming to foster healthy, active lifestyles and equitable access to nature.
Key Information: All grants are reimbursement-based, but up-front funding may be available for organizations with limited cash flow.
Description
The Youth Engagement Grants, administered by the Utah Division of Outdoor Recreation, fund projects and programs that provide Utah youth with outdoor recreation and educational experiences. The program includes three grant tracks: Utah Children’s Outdoor Recreation and Education (UCORE), UCORE Educator, and Nature-Based Learning Infrastructure. The grants are designed to break down barriers to outdoor access, support healthy and active lifestyles, and complement the state’s Every Kid Outdoors Initiative. Funding is available for both programming and infrastructure, with a strong emphasis on inclusivity, community partnership, and measurable impact.
