Wildcat MicroFund

resource dormant confidence: Medium status: Useful updated 2026-08-11

Type: resource
Status: Useful
Confidence: Medium
Tier: D
Builder-tier: B
Founder-tier: C
Activity-signal: 2024 · https://www.weber.edu/wsumagazine/spring-2024/wildcat-microfund.html
Activity-checked: 2026-08-14
Focus: Close or Exit a Business, Entrepreneurship Communities, Funding, International Trade, Late Stage Growth, Marketing and Sales, Other, Relocate a Business to Utah, Start a Business, Taxes and Finance
Primary Location: Ogden, UT
Utah Location: statewide
Region: statewide
Website: https://www.weber.edu/wildcat-microfund/
Updated: 2026-08-11

Summary

Wildcat MicroFUND is a Weber State University seed fund that awards GetFUNDED cash grants of up to $3,000 to early-stage entrepreneurs and startup businesses across Utah. The official page says awards are grants, not loans, and that the fund takes no equity.

Who It's For

Utah early-stage founders who need small non-dilutive capital tied to milestone execution rather than a pitch competition. The program is statewide.

What It Provides

Cash awards up to $3,000 through GetFUNDED
Milestone-based funding using Lean Startup and Business Model Canvas framing
Business-network and capital-access support through Weber State's entrepreneurship ecosystem

How To Use It

Follow current GetFUNDED instructions on the official page
Official website · https://www.weber.edu/wildcat-microfund/
Email: wildcatmicrofund@weber.edu
Startup State listing: https://startup.utah.gov/business-resource/wildcat-microfund/

Cost

Grants are awards to founders, not fees paid by founders. Verify current application requirements and milestone expectations on the official page.

Best Fits

Best for Utah founders at idea or pre-revenue stage who can define concrete milestones and need a small grant to execute validation work. Not a substitute for angel or venture equity.

Evidence

Open Questions

What milestones and timelines are required for current GetFUNDED awards?