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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.

Upcoming Event: Power of Your Purse!
By Megan Jones Major Gifts Director I am thrilled that the 2011 Power of Your Purse, hosted by the United…
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Flu Shot Season!
By Jenn Sanchez Community Impact Director Silvia Colins, a single mom to three sons, doesn’t really understand that Oquirrh Hills…
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Fatima's Story: Get Excited About Reading and Writing!
By Chelsea Nelson Communications Director United Way of Salt Lake’s major emphasis is on improving lives and building strong communities…
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A Thank You!
By Bob Dunn Executive Director Boys & Girls Clubs of South Valley Dear Friends at United Way of Salt…
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October Tip: Have a Plan for ALL Your Money, Even Money You Aren't Expecting!
Having a plan seems obvious. We always talk about creating budgets, saving money, and building an emergency fund. These are…
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U.S. Magnesium LIVES UNITED!
by Alison Cundiff Resource Development Executive A few weeks ago, I had the opportunity to spend some time out at…
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'Stuff the Bus'–Great Volunteer Work in Action!
by Ashley Hillman Community Collaborations Director On UWSL’s annual Day of Caring on September 8, over 5,000 backpacks were stuffed…
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A Partnership, a Volunteer, and a Job!
By Bill Crim Senior Vice President of Community Impact and Public Policy UWSL’s collective impact partnerships improve lives for thousands…
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October Tip: Saving Regularly is the Key to Financial Success
Whether you’re accumulating an emergency fund or saving for a vacation, a car, or retirement, you’ll be amazed how fast…
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Community Impact Team LIVING UNITED
By Jennifer Sanchez Community Collaborations Director LIVING UNITED isn’t just something that we say at UWSL, employees really try to…
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October Tip: Time to get a Head Start on Holiday Shopping!
The holiday season is just a few months away and planning now for gift giving can help alleviate the post-holiday…
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LIVING UNITED with Savage Services
By Shannon Harmon Resource Development Executive Working at United Way of Salt Lake as a Resource Development Executive means that…
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