Youth Engagement Grants
Youth Engagement Grants from the Division of Outdoor Recreation fund science-based outdoor learning and recreation projects for Utah youth, supporting hands-on education and nature-based infrastructure.
Funder: Division of Outdoor Recreation
Due Dates: August 3, 2026 (Application opens) | September 21, 2026 (Submission deadline)
Funding Amounts: Up to $15,000 per grant (UCORE, UCORE Educator, Nature-Based Learning Infrastructure); 18-month contract; 20% match required.
Summary: Supports outdoor recreation and nature-based learning projects for Utah youth through programmatic and infrastructure grants.
Key Information: All grants are reimbursement-based, but upfront funding is available for organizations with need.
Description
The Youth Engagement Grants program, administered by Utah’s Division of Outdoor Recreation, aims to increase access to meaningful outdoor recreation and learning experiences for youth across Utah. The program encompasses three distinct funding streams:
- UCORE (Utah Children’s Outdoor Recreation and Education)
- UCORE Educator
- Nature-Based Learning Infrastructure
These grants are intended to foster active, healthy lifestyles and support the state’s Every Kid Outdoors Initiative, ensuring all Utah youth have opportunities to benefit from outdoor activities, nature-based learning, and recreation infrastructure.
