AI Summary
The Desert Roads & Trails Society is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on funding initiatives through a relationship-based, invitation-only approach. With a total of $75,000 awarded to three grantees in 2025, this funder does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the organization can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
Educate the public & off-road enthusiasts on the proper and safe use of public trails and off-road use of equipment and the wise use of public lands and trails. The major activity is the "Winter 4x4 Jamboree" conducted each January. Excess funds are donated to non-profits and government agencies to help maintain and keep public trails open and safe.
Cause Areas
1
Education
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
UTAH PUBLIC LANDS ALLIANCE
St. George, UT
$108K
38%
BLUE RIBBON COALITION INC
Boise, ID
$76.7K
27%
UTAH 4-WHEEL DRIVE ASSOCIATION
Salt Lake City, UT
$42K
15%
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Total No. of Grants
4
Median 1st year grant
$38.7K
Median 2nd year grant
$38K
Top 3 Grants
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Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to DESERT ROADS & TRAILS SOCIETY?
No. DESERT ROADS & TRAILS SOCIETY does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does DESERT ROADS & TRAILS SOCIETY give?
DESERT ROADS & TRAILS SOCIETY primarily gives to organizations located in Utah and Idaho. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are DESERT ROADS & TRAILS SOCIETY’s grants?
The largest share of grants from DESERT ROADS & TRAILS SOCIETY fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $39 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does DESERT ROADS & TRAILS SOCIETY make each year?
In 2025, DESERT ROADS & TRAILS SOCIETY awarded about 4 grants, totaling nearly $75 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did DESERT ROADS & TRAILS SOCIETY fund recently?
In 2025, DESERT ROADS & TRAILS SOCIETY awarded grants to about 3 grantees. Recent grantees include UTAH PUBLIC LANDS ALLIANCE, BLUE RIBBON COALITION INC, and UTAH 4-WHEEL DRIVE ASSOCIATION. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to DESERT ROADS & TRAILS SOCIETY?
DESERT ROADS & TRAILS SOCIETY does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.