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Rural Employment Development Incentive (REDI)

REDI — Q4 1–15)

Supports private employers in rural Utah creating high-wage jobs through per-position cash incentives.

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The Rural Employment Development Incentive (REDI) Q4 2026 application window is scheduled for November 1–15, 2026 and is the final quarterly window of the calendar year. REDI is administered by the Utah Governor's Office of Economic Opportunity and reimburses private employers $6,000 for each new qualifying full-time position created in rural Utah, up to a maximum of $250,000 per business per year

Per-job incentive grants of $6,000 per new full-time position (up to $250,000 per business annually) for private employers creating high-wage jobs in rural Utah; excludes construction, retail, staffing, and public utilities.

CycleiHow often this grant runs — e.g. annually, on a rolling basis, or a one-off call.Multiple per year
Next deadlineiThe next date applications are due. Rolling means you can apply any time.15 Nov 2026
Decision timeiTypical time from the deadline to the funder's decision.
Project durationiHow long the funded work is expected to run.12 months
Award typeiThe form of funding — grant, equity, loan, tax credit, etc.Grant
Match fundingiThe share of project costs you must cover yourself. 0% = fully funded.0%
Funding pooliThe total budget available across all awards in this round.

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Last verified: 22 Jul 2026Source: business.utah.gov