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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.

Thank You for Sharing Your Love of Reading on Dr. Seuss Day!
by Alison Cundiff Corporate Volunteer Engagement Coordinator “The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more…
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Being a Mentor Changes the Odds – Get Involved with Mentor 2.0!
by Megan Olsen Cottonwood High School Community School Director Last Wednesday evening, 56 sophomore students and their 56 working professional…
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Why Did Taylorsville High Students Wear Summer Clothes in the Middle of Winter? Find out!
By Hollie Link Student Body Officer, Taylorsville High School During the last week of November, Taylorsville High School held its…
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Prom at Cottonwood High Community School – An International Celebration!
by Megan Olsen Cottonwood High Community School Director At Cottonwood High School, prom has taken on an increasingly international twist….
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Spending Time at Guadalupe – Volunteer Today!
by Michelle Azzaro Young Leaders Member, Enterprise Rent-A-Car Michelle Azzaro wanted to do more for her community. With the help…
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Guest Blogger, Mark Miller, Advocates for Healthy Utah!
by Mark Miller CEO, Mark Miller Companies I’d like to share a few of my thoughts regarding Healthy Utah, Governor…
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So, WHAT IS a Community School? Here are the Details You Need to Know!
by Scott McLeod Senior Director, Community School Partnerships Most of you have heard the term “community school.” You may even…
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Dr. Seuss Day – Why it Matters!
by Heather MacDonald Volunteer and Community Engagement Director When I think back to my favorite memories as a child reading…
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How Can 2-1-1 Change a Life? Read a Personal Story from UWSL's 2-1-1 Director!
by Chiara Cameron 2-1-1 Director Happy National 2-1-1 Day! Our goal today is to share as much information as possible…
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2-1-1 Needs YOU!
by Chelsea Nelson Digital Marketing Director Over the past couple of years, United Way of Salt Lake and its partners…
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Kicking Off 2-1-1 Week!
by Chelsea Nelson Digital Marketing Director This week, we will be celebrating National 2-1-1 Day on February 11. For the…
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Academic Vocabulary Training for Park City Community Organizations
by Lauren Hansen Director of Promise Park City On Friday, January 30th, Dr. Conley (the Superintendent of Park City School…
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