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CommunitY Voices
Read stories about the impact of United Way of Salt Lake’s work to improve basic needs and education outcomes in our community.

"Education is the most powerful weapon…"
by Abram Sherrod Lincoln Elementary Community School Director Education is a crucial part of the development of individuals in a…
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Utah Refugee Resources: A Family Transitions, as Utah Rallies in Support!
by Eryn Gorang Community School Director, Woodrow Wilson The crowd started small, just a handful of individuals clumped at the…
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Celebrating National 2-1-1 Day on February 11!
by Chiara Cameron 2-1-1 Director I have been the director of 2-1-1 here in Utah for almost three years. I’ve…
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Academic Parent Teacher Teams – A Winning Formula!
by Maribel Rodriguez United Way Oquirrh Hills Elementary Community School Director Oquirrh Hills Elementary School, along with several other schools…
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You’ve Been Challenged! Volunteer or Donate Books to Dr. Seuss Day!
by Stephanie Rokich Volunteer Engagement Manager This year, I’ve challenged some of my friends (and myself) to read 30 books….
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Overcoming the “Fiendishly Difficult” Challenge of Social Change
By Rick Larsen Chief Development Officer Over sixteen years ago, my life and career changed when I became part of…
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Jacob Construction – Making Life Better
Erika De La Vega Corporate Craft Recruiter Jacobsen Construction At Jacobsen Construction we believe in making life better. What does…
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One Person Can Make a Difference!
by James Brown Senior Corporate Engagement Advisor What kind of impact do you dream about making? If you had time…
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Proud Moments for Guadalupe School!
by Cassie Bingham Communications Specialist Corporate Volunteer Relations Guadalupe School It was a proud moment for Guadalupe School earlier this…
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A Reflection on My First Five Months as a UWSL Staff Member!
by Cherie Stater Corporate Engagement Advisor A little bit about me: My name is Cherie; I am a California native…
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Supporting Families, Supporting Communities
by Rosemary Mitchell Community School Director, South Kearns Elementary For years, Utah has repeatedly been cited as the most generous…
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1-800 Contacts Hosts Holiday Party at Oquirrh Hills Elementary!
by MacKenzie Knight Corporate Engagement Advisor During the months of November and December, United Way of Salt Lake hosts dozens…
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