Refugee Capacity Building Grant (RCBG)

Grant Title: Refugee Capacity Building Grant (RCBG), 26-DWS-S010
Solicitation Number: 26-DWS-S010
Funding Source: State of Utah General Funds
Total Grant Amount: $400,000 ($200,000 per year)
Intent to Apply Notice Deadline (Recommended): May 08, 2025 by 8:00 PM Mountain Time

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Application Deadline: May 15, 2025, by 8:00 Mountain Time PM Late proposals may not be accepted. Proposals should be submitted as detailed in the RFGA.
Program Start Date: July 1, 2025
Program End Date: June 30, 2027
Grant Information Meeting (Virtual): May 06, 2025 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM Mountain Time
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Contact Information: Kevin Augustin kaugustin@utah.gov

Purpose

The Department of Workforce Service (DWS) Refugee Services Office (RSO) utilizes State of Utah General Funds and other resources to support organizations in strengthening capacity to assist refugees. These efforts focus on promoting integration into the United States, enhancing well-being and self-sufficiency, and reducing at-risk behaviors.

Eligibility Requirements

Minimum Requirements

  1. Organizations must primarily serve refugees in Cache, Weber, Davis, Salt Lake, or Utah counties.
  2. The organization’s board must have at least three members, with at least 51% of all board members having current or former eligibility status under the Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR).
  3. Organizations must have an Employer Identification Number (EIN) from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), if not previously obtained. Only one application per EIN is allowed unless the organization is also applying for Level IV funding (see “Organization Levels” below).
  4. Organizations must be registered non-profits with the State of Utah Department of Commerce, Division of Corporations and Commercial Code.
  5. Level I, II, and III organizations must upload their Articles of Incorporation.
    1. Level III organizations must also upload their 501(c)(3) determination letter.
      1. If a Level III organization has not yet received its 501(c)(3) determination letter, proof of submission must be provided.
        • The IRS response confirming receipt of the 501(c)(3) application serves as valid proof. This must be submitted as a Portable Document Format (PDF); screenshots or photos may not be accepted.
        • If an awarded organization does not obtain 501(c)(3) status by the agreement start date, DWS may downgrade the award to Level II status or revoke it entirely.
      2. Organizations that previously received DWS funding must be in good standing to be considered. This includes timely communication, progress toward proposed outcomes, and compliance with all agreement requirements.
      3. Organizations awarded $60,000 or more from DWS since December 31, 2024, are ineligible for this grant.

Who May Apply

  1. Any organization that meets the minimum requirements for this grant.

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