Utah Area Humanitarian Donations

Humanitarian Priorities

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1. Housing: Transitional or emergency housing for families or individuals in need.

2. Healthcare: Mental health treatment, prevention services, and other healthcare support for individuals and families.

3. Food: Providing food for those who are situationally or chronically food insecure.

4. Education: Supporting education initiatives that lead to employment opportunities or foster early childhood development.

This year, we also give focus on the women and children being served within these humanitarian priorities.

Deseret Industries and Deseret Manufacturing are additional Church resources. As such, consideration is given to organizations that request these resources, if beneficiaries of the proposed projects are case managed and introduced to additional community resources that address root causes of homelessness, low income, and related challenges. All Church resources provided through the Utah Area humanitarian office are intended to provide temporary support and strengthen beneficiary self-sufficiency.

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Eligibility

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1. Organizational Eligibility

• Must be a registered nonprofit, for profit, faith-based organization, or community-based organization

• Must operate within the state of Utah

• Must have a track record of community service or established outreach programs

2. Beneficiary

• Must serve Utah Area residents, particularly vulnerable individuals or families, regardless of religious affiliation

• Should demonstrate broad community impact or a clear benefit to a defined population

3. Accountability

• Must agree to provide a mid-project update and a final impact report with outcomes and metrics.

• Participation in a brief virtual check-in or site visit may be required.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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1. What is the typical processing timeline for an application?

   • The processing timeline can vary widely depending on the type of project. Generally, it can take anywhere from 2-4 weeks.

2. What is the maximum amount an organization can request?

   • This depends on the specific grant request. The Church can provide funding for 25% of the total budget of the specific cash project.

3. Can our organization apply for more than one project in a year?

   • Yes, an organization can apply for more than one project in a year, provided each project is unique.

4. What should the project timeline look like? (approval to implementation to closing)

   • The project timeline is 12 months from when the project gets approved.

5. What kind of documentation is required?

   • Commonly required documents include 501(c)(3) certification, final report from previous projects, and any documents that will help support the proposal.

6. Do projects need to involve Church missionaries or volunteers?

   • Projects do not need to involve Church missionaries or volunteers.

7. Does the project have to be faith-based or connected to the Church?

   • Projects do not have to be faith-based or connected to the Church.

8. Can we reapply if our application is not approved?

   • Yes, you can reapply if your application is not approved. It's often recommended to address any issues or feedback provided before reapplying.

9. Can we make changes to our proposal after submission?

   • Changes can typically be made to a proposal after submission, but you will need to delete your current proposal and then apply again.

10. Will we receive feedback if our application is not accepted?

    • Yes, feedback will be provided which can help improve future applications.

11. What counts as an eligible project expense?

    • Requested funds should directly support the services provided to the beneficiaries and should not be used for operational costs such as salaries, administrative expenses, office rent, utilities, or other overhead costs.