United Way of Salt Lake Community Voices

For hands-on information on a variety of financial topics, you can attend community classes and events. Class topics range from basic budgeting and financial management to foreclosure prevention and investing. […]

by Chelsea Nelson Communications Director Today is a reason to celebrate! Today is International Women’s Day–and the month of March is also dedicated to the celebration of women’s economic, political, […]

by Stephanie Linton Guest Blogger, Oquirrh Hills Elementary Community Learning Center Teaching youth about the importance of saving and going to college has been on the top of the agenda […]

by Ashley Babbitt Guest Blogger, Social Marketing Consultants Recently, United Way of Salt Lake and Jennifer Smith, UWSL’s Women’s Philanthropic Network Chair, extended the opportunity to attend the Art of […]

Did you know that you are entitled to a free credit report from each of the three national credit bureaus once every 12 months? It’s true! Visit www.annualcreditreport.com to get […]

by Ashley Hillman Community Collaborations Director What do Kearns High School, Redwood Recreation Center, Northwest Community Center, and the Central City Recreation Center have in common? They’re all Volunteer Income […]

by Elizabeth Garbe Public Policy Director The end of 2012 Legislative session is quickly approaching. Coming off of a packed week that included United Way Day on the Hill–United Way […]

Kids & Money: Books Everyone knows that reading to your child increases vocabulary and learning. Reading your child books about money can teach smart money management skills too! Check your […]

by Chelsea Nelson Communications Director This morning United Way of Salt Lake hosted their 6th annual Day on the Hill event! The Capitol Building was buzzing with people due to […]

by Brian Guyer Volunteer Engagement Director Working as the Volunteer Director for United Way of Salt Lake has made me aware of the various opportunities for people to volunteer in […]

by Lynn Rilling Community Collaborations Director …Not food…..but the after school programs! The elementary school principals are passionate about changing things up to benefit the kids and their families. Discussions […]

by Elizabeth Garbe Public Policy Director Executive Appropriations will be meeting today at 5:00 p.m. to review and approve updated revenue projections. Many believe the projections will come in higher […]

I raise my hand and pledge to stand up for education NOW– for our kids, our community, and our future! Stand up for education! Take our pledge HERE–on our website!

Parenthood is an exciting time of life. It also presents new financial challenges as expenses increase. As your family grows, the cost of diapers, baby food, and clothing can add […]

by Chelsea Nelson Communications Director The month of February contains two wonderful themes that are very much in line with LIVING UNITED: Black History Month, and of course, LOVE! Both […]