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Nonprofit Connection

Nonprofit Connection

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Serving Northern Utah Nonprofits

Through expert-led training, consulting, grant research assistance, free coworking and meeting space (Ogden), a board leadership program and networking events, we enable nonprofits to build and sustain community-focused organizations.

Services

  • Our consulting service provides customized help to Northern Utah nonprofits to create capabilities and solve problems. Consulting is offered in two tiers: general consulting (free) and advanced consulting (nominal fee).

    Reach out to the Nonprofit Connection Director for more information.

  • Our grant centers offer Northern Utah nonprofits and stakeholders use of a powerful grant research database to conduct their own grant research. Free consulting is provided for grant research and diversified funding plan development.

    Grant Center Locations:
    Logan Grant Center: 88 West Center, Logan, UT 84321
    Ogden Grant Center: 2955 Harrison Blvd., Ogden, UT 84403

    For more information contact Keicha Christiansen.

  • Trainings
    Trainings

    Workplace Safety Grants and Grants Outlook Training 

    Who Should Attend: Grant writers, HR, operations, facilities and nonprofit leaders

    Cost: Free

    When: Tuesday, July 28 | 9–10 a.m.

    Where: United Way of Northern Utah, 2955 Harrison Blvd., Ogden, UT 84403

    What You’ll Learn:

    • Upcoming grant opportunities later in 2026 and how to plan ahead
    • How Utah Labor Commission workplace safety grants work
    • Whether your organization may qualify
    • What safety initiatives grants can support, including:
      • Substance abuse programs tied to workplace safety
      • Workplace violence prevention or awareness training
      • Safety trainings, workshops, and materials
      • Innovative safety programs using technology

    Grant Amounts:

    • Workplace Safety Initiative Grant: Up to $70,000
    • Workplace Safety Recognition Grant: Up to $5,000

    Bonus: Continental breakfast provided (thanks to Elevate Consulting!)

    Register Here

     

    Project Blueprint Board Governance Program (Ogden)

    United Way Northern Utah Nonprofit Connection offers a popular, high-quality training program to prepare individuals to serve confidently on or with a nonprofit board of directors. 

    Through a series of eight weekly sessions, participants gain knowledge, skills and abilities in topics such as business planning, nonprofit finance/accounting, fundraising and funding plan, board governance, committees, compliance, and roles and responsibilities of board members. Applications are now being accepted through August 31

    Cost: $185 - Dinner is included in each class.

    Dates: September 24, October 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, November 5, 12

    Time: 4-7p.m.each class

    Location: United Way Northern Utah, 2955 Harrison Blvd., Ogden.

    Register Here


Free Meeting and Work Space

The Behnken Nonprofit Learning Campus offers free coworking and meeting space for Northern Utah nonprofits, along with access to a Grant Research Center for grant and foundation searches. Space is available to nonprofit staff and boards for meetings, work sessions, and collaborative use. We also have office space for lease.

 


Current Tenants

Ogden Soccer  Email - Phone: (801) 917-4033 - Website

Ogden Valley Adaptive Sports  Email - Phone: (801) 695-7074 - Website

Grandparents with Open Arms  Email - Phone: (801) 920-7451 - Website

Suazo Business Center Email - Phone: (801) 521-1709 - Website

 


Sponsored By

NBC Comcast logo, who is a sponsor of the Behnken Nonprofit Learning Campus in Ogden, Utah.

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