R650-304-5. Program Categories Eligible for UCORE Grants

(1) Eligible program categories include outdoor recreation skill development programs, outdoor-focused physical activity programs, nature-based STEM concepts provided in outdoor settings, or other programs that implement and further the objectives set out in Subsection 79-8-203(5). (2) The division may award a UCORE grant for eligible program-related expenses, including: (a) program equipment, transportation, and staffing; (b) program participant lodging costs; (c) insurance coverage for grant recipient employees and program participants; (d) field trip and education-based event entry fees; (e) participation scholarships for underserved program participants; or (f) items and supplies for program participants and grant recipient volunteers. (3) A UCORE grant recipient shall provide matching funds of 20% of the total program cost. (4) The division shall determine a portion of a recipient's match that shall be in the form of cash. (5) The division, at its sole discretion, may allow a grant recipient to provide a smaller percentage of matching funds if the recipient demonstrates difficultly in procuring the matching funds required by Subsection (3). (6) The maximum UCORE grant amount the division may award is $15,000 and the minimum UCORE grant amount the division may award is $500. (7) Programs shall be physically located within the state.