The Emergent Community Needs Grant Program offers one-time grants to help Park City nonprofits respond quickly to new or unexpected challenges in the community.

Funding is intended to support organizations that are working to:

• Fill a critical service gap;
• Address urgent or time-sensitive needs; or
• Pilot creative solutions before challenges escalate

2. Who Is Eligible?

To apply, organizations must:

• Meet the minimum eligibility criteria for public service funds outlined in Chapter 6, Part I of Park City’s budget policies;
• Provide services that benefit Park City residents and/or workforce; and
• Submit a request that meets the definition of an emergent community need 

3. What Qualifies as an Emergent Need?

For purposes of this funding request, an emergent need is defined as one of the following:

• A demand-driven response to urgent community needs;
• A proactive plan or response to emerging challenges; or
• A fresh approach to get ahead of potential challenges

 4. How Can the Funding Be Used?

Grants are intended to fund immediate needs outside of normal operating budgets. Funds can be used to:

•  Launch new programs or services;
•  Temporarily expand services to meet a surge in demand;
•  Address unanticipated, time-sensitive needs; or
•  Pilot new strategies to address emerging challenges

5. Grant Details

• Typical Award Amount: Up to $15,000 per application
• Application Window: Open year-round, subject to funding availability
• Review Schedule: Applications will be considered quarterly

6. 2026 Review Dates & Deadlines

• January 14 (Due by December 30)
• April 8 (Due by March 24)
• July 15 (Due by June 30)
• October 14 (Due by September 29)

 7. Reporting Requirements

Grantees are generally expected to spend awarded funds within six months. However, the Committee may approve a longer expenditure period if the applicant provides a clear justification as part of the application or reporting process.

All grantees must submit a final report that includes:

• A line-item accounting of how City funds were used; and
• A summary of project outcomes

8. Review & Approval Process

All eligible applications are reviewed by the Nonprofit Services Advisory Committee. The Committee evaluates applications based on program criteria and forwards its funding recommendations to the City Council.

While most awards will not exceed $15,000, the Committee may recommend larger awards in cases where the need is urgent, well-justified, and clearly aligned with the goals of the program.

In exceptional cases, where a request is time-sensitive and cannot wait for the next scheduled review, the Committee may convene a special meeting to evaluate the application. All grant awards—regardless of amount or timing—require final approval by the City Council.

• Review the program guidelines
• Complete the online application form
• Submit an application at least 15 days before the quarterly review date