Park City Community Foundation: Youth United Grant

The PCCF: Youth United Grant aims to enhance equitable access to sports and recreational activities for youth, particularly focusing on increasing Latinx and BIPOC participation. This initiative, organized by the Park City Community Foundation, addresses systemic barriers such as financial constraints and cultural inclusion. Grants range from $1,000 to $25,000 to support various projects that foster community engagement and belonging among children in Summit County.

Youth United awards grants to local organizations dedicated to creating equitable access to sports, recreation, and extracurricular activities, prioritizing increased Latinx and BIPOC participation to reflect the diversity of our community.
Background
We envision a Park City where every child has equitable access to sports, recreation, and extracurricular activities, fostering engagement, connection, and belonging. Youth United, an initiative of Park City Community Foundation, builds on the legacy of the Solomon Fund and RISE Fund to expand opportunities for children and teens across Park City and Summit County.
Youth United addresses systemic barriers to participation, including financial constraints, communication gaps, lack of equipment, and cultural inclusion. Our ultimate goal is to align extracurricular participation with the diverse demographics of our local schools, achieving at least 20% representation of Latinx and BIPOC youth in local programs.
Purpose
Youth United tackles the barriers that prevent equitable access for families, including communication and outreach challenges, financial limitations, lack of necessary gear, and the need for cultural inclusion. While Park City Community Foundation staff are working to address these challenges, we recognize there is no one-size-fits-all solution.
Funding
Grants typically range from $1,000 to $25,000, depending on available funding, the scope of the request, and the potential impact of the project or program. Funding may be distributed in a single installment or multiple disbursements.

Eligibility

Applicants must meet the following criteria:Serve residents of Summit County.
Qualify as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization or operate under a fiscal sponsor with 501(c)(3) status.
Demonstrate clear commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.
Submit one application per organization or collaborative partnership per grant cycle.Organizations operating outside of these requirements may contact the Park City Community Foundation for guidance and potential eligibility exceptions.Funding may support:Scholarships: For youth participation in activities and programs.
Equipment and Gear: To ensure equitable access to activities.
Program Costs: Staff, operations, and outreach activities.
Collaborative Applications: Joint submissions from multiple organizations are encouraged.

Ineligibility

he fund does not intend to support competitive or elite athletes. Grants will not fund:Debt reduction or past operating deficits.
Sponsorships or one-time events.
Fellowships, loans, litigation, or grants to individuals.
Political campaigns or activities promoting religious doctrine.
Endowment funds or graduate research.