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Utah
These resources – like the public health crisis itself – are constantly evolving and are only current as to the date of publication. This page was last updated on August 10, 2020.
For more up-to-date information on the relief programs available in Utah, we recommend that you visit the state’s COVID-19 Resources for Employers and Businesses or the COVID-19 Community Resource List.
Health-Related Relief Programs
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National Domestic Violence Hotline
Recognizing that COVID-19 related quarantines and social distancing efforts may exacerbate domestic violence, the National Domestic Violence Hotline is continuing to operate and is providing coronavirus-specific guidance regarding safety planning … » more information
Housing-Related Relief Programs
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Home Energy Assistance Target (HEAT) Program
The HEAT Program is a pre-existing state program that provides energy assistance and year-round energy crisis assistance for eligible low-income households. The Department of Workforce Services has advised households affected by COVID-19 to reach … » more information -
Pandemic Residential Rental Assistance
Residential renters who are not receiving unemployment benefits but are having difficulties paying their rent due to circumstances related to COVID-19 may be eligible for pandemic rental assistance. » more information
Insurance-Related Relief Programs
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COVID-19 Uninsured Testing Coverage
For the duration of the COVID-19 public health emergency, individuals without health insurance can qualify for free COVID-19 related diagnostic testing and related services through Utah Medicaid. The program will allow uninsured individuals, without … » more information -
Medicaid
Utah’s Medicaid Program provides medical services for low-income pregnant women, children, and individuals who meet certain income and other eligibility requirements. For the duration of the COVID-19 pandemic, Medicaid has suspended the community … » more information -
Unemployment Insurance
Unemployed workers affected by COVID-19 may be eligible for benefits under already-existing Utah unemployment insurance, which provides temporary income for workers who are unemployed through no fault of their own and are able and available for … » more information -
Utah Pandemic Unemployment Assistance
The Department of Workforce Services is offering a new Pandemic Unemployment Assistance Program for individuals who have lost income due to COVID-19 and who do not qualify for traditional unemployment insurance. » more information
Tax-Related Relief Programs
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Credit for Family Leave for Certain Self-Employed Individuals
This section of the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (the “FFCRA”) creates a refundable income tax credit for self-employed individuals who would otherwise be entitled to paid sick leave under the Emergency Family and Medical Leave Expansion … » more information -
Payroll Credit for Required Family Leave
The Families First Coronavirus Response Act (the “FFCRA”) provides a tax credit to eligible employers for wages required to be paid under the Emergency Family and Medical Leave Expansion Act (the “EFMLEA”). » more information -
Payroll Credit for Required Paid Sick Leave
The Families First Coronavirus Response Act provides a tax credit to eligible employers for wages paid under the Emergency Paid Sick Leave Act (the “EPSLA”). » more information -
Special Rule Related to Tax on Employers
This section of the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (the “FFCRA”) exempts employers from employer-side Federal Insurance Contributions Act (“FICA”) (or employer-side taxes under the parallel social security system for railroads (“RRTA”)) … » more information
Miscellaneous Relief Programs
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COVID-19 Pandemic Education Relief Act of 2020
The COVID-19 Pandemic Education Relief Act of 2020 (the “Education Relief Act”) provides assistance to students and institutions of higher education impacted by the COVID-19 public health emergency. » more information -
Federal Student Loan Payment Suspension and Interest Waiver
To provide student borrowers greater financial flexibility during the COVID-19 crisis, the Department of Education has temporarily suspended the obligation to make payments for most federally-owned student loans. Additionally, the interest rate on … » more information -
Child Care Assistance
Utah’s Department of Workforce Services provides financial assistance to working families to help offset the cost of childcare. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Workforce Services will temporarily raise the income limits to allow more families to … » more information -
COVID-19 Hotline
The Utah Department of Health has established a COVID-19 hotline for Utahns to speak with trained healthcare experts. Translation services are available for callers in need. » more information -
Cultural Sector Community Update Video Calls
Utah’s Department of Heritage & Arts and Division of Arts & Museums is hosting video calls every two weeks to discuss the impacts of COVID-19 on the cultural sector and offer updates on available relief. » more information -
Immunity from Liability for Health Care Providers, Relief Relating to Use of Investigational Drugs
The state passed legislation to (i) grant limited immunity to health care providers, including the use of certain treatments, provided during a major public health emergency; (ii) amend the Utah Right to Try Act to permit the use of certain … » more information -
Operations Grant for Child Care Providers Remaining Open
The Child Care Operations Grant provides funding to licensed child care providers that remain open and operating—despite low enrollment—during the COVID-19 pandemic. » more information -
Salt Lake City: Family Resource Hotline
The Salt Lake Education Foundation is providing a hotline to support Salt Lake City School District families during the COVID-19 school dismissal. The hotline will provide support to families with questions about topics including student coursework, … » more information -
Temporary Free Internet for Families with Children in Salt Lake City School District
Comcast has partnered with the Salt Lake City School District to offer Salt Lake School District families two months of free internet. Thereafter, internet will be available for $9.95 per month. » more information -
Utah County: COVID-19 Hotline
The Utah County Health Department has established a COVID-19 hotline for residents of Utah County. Residents of Utah County may call the hotline Monday-Friday from 8:30 am to 5 pm with any COVID-19 related health questions, including to inquire … » more information -
Actors Fund Emergency Assistance
The Actors Fund is providing emergency financial assistance to professionals in the entertainment industry who have been affected by the COVID-19 outbreak. By completing one application, individuals can apply for assistance from the Actors Fund … » more information -
Arts Leaders of Color Emergency Fund
The Arts Administrators of Color Network is providing one-time grants of up to $200 to artists and arts administrators who have been financial impacted by the COVID-19 outbreak. » more information -
Barbara Bush Foundation for Family Literacy
To help address school closures resulting from the COVID-19 outbreak, the Barbara Bush Foundation for Family Literacy has curated a list of free online learning resources, including a digital classroom for children who experience difficulty learning … » more information -
Bartender Emergency Assistance Program
During the COVID-19 outbreak, The United States Bartenders Guild (USBG) National Charity Foundation is providing relief grants of $150 to $500 to bartenders, bar backs, bar servers, or other workers engaged in the service or preparation of alcoholic … » more information -
Children of Restaurant Employees (CORE)
COREgives is providing financial assistance to food and beverage service employees with children, who have either been diagnosed with COVID-19 or live with a family member who has been diagnosed with COVID-19. The financial assistance is intended to … » more information -
Dramatist Guild Foundation Emergency Grants
In response to the COVID-19 outbreak, the Dramatists Guild Foundation is providing one-time grants—typically ranging from $500 to $3,000—to members of professional writers group, playwrights, and musical theater composers and lyricists. » more information -
Financial Planning Association Pro Bono Financial Planning
In response to the COVID-19 outbreak, the Financial Planning Association is providing a list of certified financial planners who are providing free financial guidance to underserved individuals. » more information -
First Responders Children’s Foundation Emergency Response Fund
The First Responders Children’s Foundation is providing $1,000 grants to first responders who are enduring financial hardships due the COVID-19 outbreak. The Foundation will also fund temporary housing, funeral expenses, and need-based grants to … » more information -
HealthWell Foundation
HeathWell Foundation is providing grants of up to $250 to assist individuals with ancillary costs associated with the COVID-19 outbreak. These costs may include, but are not limited to, food or medicine deliveries, diagnostic testing, and telehealth … » more information -
Jewish Coalition Against Domestic Abuse
Recognizing that COVID-19 related quarantines and social distancing efforts may exacerbate domestic violence, the Jewish Coalition Against Domestic Abuse is continuing to provide services remotely. Those affected by, or seeking guidance related to … » more information -
Lambda Theta Alpha Foundation COVID-19 Relief
In response to the COVID-19 outbreak, the Lambda Theta Alpha Foundation is providing grants of up to $250 to support individuals in need. The fund will prioritize displaced individuals and those needing support to sustain their livelihood due to … » more information -
Mon Ami
Mon Ami is a non-profit organization that matches seniors with local volunteers who visit them weekly. In response to the COVID-19 outbreak, Mon Ami is offering seniors nationwide social visits by phone or video. Additionally, Mon Ami is providing … » more information -
National Domestic Violence Hotline
Recognizing that COVID-19 related quarantines and social distancing efforts may exacerbate domestic violence, the National Domestic Violence Hotline is continuing to operate and is providing coronavirus-specific guidance regarding safety planning … » more information -
Professional Beauty Association COVID-19 Relief Fund
The Professional Beauty Association has created an emergency relief fund to provide grants of $500 to licensed beauty professionals who are unable to work due to the COVID-19 outbreak. » more information -
Remote Learning with Khan Academy
To address school closures resulting from the COVID-19 outbreak, Khan Academy is offering free, remote learning resources, including practice exercises, practice exams, and instructional videos available in 40 languages. Khan Academy is also hosting … » more information -
Salvation Army
During the COVID-19 outbreak, the Salvation Army is continuing to offer emergency assistance, including medicine, food, clothing, transportation, and emergency financial assistance. » more information -
Southern Smoke Emergency Relief Fund
In response to the COVID-19 outbreak, the Southern Smoke Foundation is providing funding to owners and employees of restaurants, bars, or restaurant or bar suppliers that are faced with unforeseen expenses that cannot or will not be covered by … » more information -
United Way 211 Assistance Hotline
211 is a free and confidential telephone service operated by United Way. It connects people across the United States to services and resources available in their local communities—which may include financial or other assistance resulting from lost … » more information
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