Meta to launch Community Action Grants for EM nonprofits
The global technology company Meta, known for its social media platforms and data centers, is once again demonstrating its commitment to local communities through the launch of its annual Community Action Grant program. This initiative is designed to support nonprofit organizations that are working to create positive change and address pressing needs within the community.
This competitive grant program is available to public schools across the Alpine School District and eligible nonprofits for projects delivered in Utah County that address critical community needs by doing one or more of the following:
- Put technology to use for community benefit
- Enable people to build strong, sustainable communities
- Improve local science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics (STEAM) education
Applications will be open from Oct. 13 to Nov. 21, 2025. Grant recipients will be announced in Spring 2026, and grant funds are intended to be used within a year of awarding.
Unlike many corporate grant programs that are managed from distant headquarters, Meta’s Community Action Grants are administered locally, with a focus on understanding and addressing the unique challenges faced by Eagle Mountain residents.
According to the Director of Legislative and Strategic Services Evan Berrett, “This is not sending off a grant application to a Meta admin somewhere far away that’s not going to understand what’s going on here. This is a local program from our local Meta facilities.”
Meta’s grants have historically provided assistance to a diverse range of organizations. “I’ve seen them offer grant assistance for a pretty good variety of programs and services from all sorts of different nonprofits,” the Berrett noted. Interested applicants can even review the list of past recipients to see the breadth of support Meta has provided in previous years.
Over the years, Meta’s Community Action Grants have made a tangible difference in Eagle Mountain and the surrounding areas. Past recipients have used grant funds to launch innovative technology programs in schools, support environmental sustainability initiatives, and expand access to STEAM education for students of all ages. These projects not only address immediate community needs but also help build a foundation for long-term growth and success.
One important clarification for potential applicants and community members: the funds for these grants come directly from Meta, not from local tax dollars. “This is Meta’s money. This is not Meta taking tax dollars. It’s them wanting to give back to the community with their own resources,” Berrett emphasized, addressing recent questions about funding sources.
Meta’s Community Action Grants represent a valuable opportunity for Eagle Mountain nonprofits to pursue projects that might otherwise be out of reach due to limited funding. The program is designed to be inclusive and supportive, encouraging all eligible organizations to apply.
“I would hope that most people would give it a try, to not feel that they wouldn’t be ‘worthy’ of consideration or anything like that,” Berret encouraged.
As Meta continues to grow its presence in Eagle Mountain, programs like the Community Action Grants highlight the company’s dedication to being a responsible and engaged corporate citizen. By investing in local nonprofits, Meta is helping to build a stronger, more vibrant community for everyone.
For more information about the Community Action Grants, including application details and deadlines, visit Meta’s grant page.