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Read stories about the impact of United Way of Salt Lake’s work to improve basic needs and education outcomes in our community.
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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Startup Santa 2016 Raises 88,000 Books for At-risk Kids!
Clint Betts Executive Director & Editor-in-Chief, Beehive Startups Reblogged from Dec. 7 post HERE >> CHILDREN IN UTAH NEEDED BOOKS,…
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Swire Coca Cola Employees Commit to Creating Change!
by Chris Buckley Guest Blogger, Swire Swire kicked off its 2016 United Way workplace campaign at the annual Halloween Party where team…
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