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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.

Lunch with a Leader – Featuring Dave Golden
by Chelsea Nelson Interactive Communications Director September’s Lunch with a Leader took place recently with Dave Golden as the featured…
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Thank You for Joining Us at The Funders Summit!
by Chelsea Nelson Interactive Communications Director For nonprofits to thrive in a new economy, they must be innovative and collaborative….
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Policy Matters: Vote in School Board Elections!
School boards play an integral role in our children’s educational experience. They are responsible for making critical decisions that affect…
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WPN Members Give Back on Day of Caring!
Gayle Schwab WPN Member, Guest Blogger I enjoy participating in United Way of Salt Lake’s Day of Caring annually! I…
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Park City Back to School Night
By Isabel Rojas Community Collaborations Director Park City Elementary Schools, in partnership with Promise Park City, hosted a Latino Back…
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Friday Tip – Take Free Money and Save It, Part 2
Participate in the Utah Individual Development Account program. You attend financial education classes and set a savings goal (home, education,…
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Skyline Women’s Soccer Helps at Hser Ner Moo!
by Ann Spencer Guest Blogger The Skyline Women’s Soccer team visited, for the third year, the Hser Ner Moo Welcome…
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Day of Caring: Helping kids see the importance of education
By Cathy Angstman Vice President of Wells Fargo, and WPN Member I have participated in Day of Caring many times…
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Stuff The Bus Wrap Up!
By Christiana Tawzer Brown Volunteer Coordinator VISTA I have long heard of United Way of Salt Lake, but as a…
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Day of Caring: A rewarding experience
Guest Blogger Melanie Ledingham Young Leader Along with other members of United Way of Salt Lake Young Leaders, I had…
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My First Day of Caring!
by Heather MacDonald Volunteer and Community Engagement Director This year was my very first Day of Caring and I had…
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Friday Tip – Take Free Money and Save It, Part 1
Low and moderate-income taxpayers qualify for the Earned Income Tax Credit. This refundable credit often pays more than $1,000 (sometimes…
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