Go Green Utah Giving Program
For Neighbors & Families
At Go Green Utah, we believe that the transition to clean energy shouldn’t be a luxury—it should be a lifeline. For families in older homes or those on a fixed income, rising utility costs and extreme weather can create significant financial strain.
How the Program Works
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Step 1: Nominate – We invite the community to nominate local families who could benefit from a home efficiency upgrade. Every story deserves to be heard.
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Step 2: Match – Our team reviews nominations to identify where our technology will have the greatest impact on a family’s monthly overhead and quality of life.
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Step 3: Sponsor – Corporate and private sponsors select a specific “Category of Impact” to fund for a selected family.
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Step 4: Transform – We handle the full professional installation, bringing the home up to modern standards.
Who Qualifies?
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To ensure that our sponsors’ contributions reach those in greatest need and that every installation is safe and lasting, nominees must meet the following three criteria:
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Income Eligibility: The program is for Utah households navigating financial hardship. Generally, the household income must fall within the “Low Income” range (80% or less of the Area Median Income). Families at or near the Federal Poverty Level are given priority.
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Homeownership: The nominee must be the primary owner and resident of the property. We cannot perform upgrades on rental units, as we want to ensure the long-term equity and utility savings stay directly with the family.
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Structural Feasibility: The home must be structurally sound and able to support the modification. For example, a roof must be in good condition for solar, and the foundation/wiring must meet safety standards for HVAC or electrical upgrades.
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Financial Qualifications
In Utah, “low income” is generally defined in two ways depending on whether you are looking at federal poverty assistance (like SNAP) or housing programs (like Section 8). Because Utah’s cost of living varies significantly between the Wasatch Front and rural counties, these numbers shift based on your location and family size.
1. Federal Poverty Level (FPL)
This is the baseline used for programs like Medicaid and SNAP. For 2026, the standard thresholds for the 48 contiguous states (including Utah) are:
Family Size | 100% FPL (Poverty Line) | 130% FPL (SNAP Limit)
| 1 Person| $15,960 | $20,748 |
| 2 People| $21,640 | $28,132 |
| 3 People| $27,320 | $35,516 |
| 4 People| $33,000 | $42,900 |
2. HUD Area Median Income (AMI)
For housing assistance, “low income” is usually defined as **80% of the Area Median Income (AMI)**. This is often the threshold used by landlords or developers to qualify tenants for affordable housing units.
Since the AMI is specific to each county, a family of four in Salt Lake City can earn more and still be considered “low income” compared to a family in a rural county.
Approximate 2026 “Low Income” (80% AMI) Thresholds for a Family of 4:
* Salt Lake / Tooele County:** ~$88,250
* Davis / Weber County:** ~$84,500
* Utah County:** ~$86,000
* Rural Counties (e.g., Beaver, Carbon):** ~$80,000
3. Program-Specific Designations
Different Utah programs use different percentages of the FPL to determine eligibility:
* Medicaid Expansion:** Up to **138% FPL** (approx. $45,540 for a family of 4).
* CHIP (Children’s Health Insurance):** Up to **200% FPL** (approx. $66,000 for a family of 4).
* WIC:** Up to **185% FPL** (approx. $61,050 for a family of 4).
**Note:** These figures are for gross income (before taxes). Many programs also consider “countable resources” or assets, such as cash in bank accounts, when determining if a family meets the low-income criteria.
Our Categories of Impact
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Sponsors can choose to “claim” one of these essential upgrade categories to fund for a family:
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Solar Power & Energy Storage: Installing a residential solar array to drastically reduce or eliminate monthly electric bills, providing permanent financial relief.
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High-Efficiency HVAC: Replacing outdated, energy-hungry furnaces and AC units with modern systems (like heat pumps) to ensure year-round comfort at a fraction of the cost.
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Waterwise Xeriscaping: Transforming high-maintenance lawns into beautiful, drought-tolerant landscapes. This “drought-proofs” the home and slashes summer water bills.
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Lighting & Smart Retrofit: A full-home transition to high-output LED fixtures and smart-lighting controls to cut electricity usage instantly while improving home safety.
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Water Collection Systems: Implementing rain harvesting and greywater solutions to help families manage water use sustainably and reduce dependence on the local grid.
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Smart Electrical Infrastructure: Modernizing the home’s “brain” with a smart electrical panel to optimize energy usage and protect appliances.
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Ready to Make a Difference?
Do you know a household that needs a hand up to go green? Your nomination could change their financial future.
Nominate Neighbors & Families
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