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Community Voices
Read stories about the impact of United Way of Salt Lake’s work to improve basic needs and education outcomes in our community.
Getting Uncomfortable!
by Tyler Asman Director of Training and Improvement Several years ago, I heard the president of a nearby university say…
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Scheels’ Store Leader Gets Employees Excited to Give!
Each year before the Scheels’ workplace giving campaign, this letter is read out loud to all employees to motivate them…
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2017 Utah Legislative Session Wrap Up!
by Emilia Comai Community and Advocacy Engagement Coordinator Last week, the 2017 legislative session wrapped after 45 days of intense…
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Netflix Employees Share Volunteering Highlights!
Netflix employees had an amazing time volunteering during Dr. Seuss Day! Read what they had to say! Why did you…
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Volunteers Share Their Experiences on Dr. Seuss Day – Reading in Spanish!
Brandon Woodward VP – Treasury Solutions Officer Bank of America Merrill Lynch On Thursday, March 2nd, I had the privilege…
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Utah Refugee Resources: Let Love Rule!
by Kari Cutler Director, Promise South Salt Lake The City of South Salt Lake is among the most ethnically diverse…
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Happy Birthday, Dr. Seuss!
by McKenzie Knight Volunteer Engagement Coordinator On Thursday, March 2, students across the nation celebrated Dr. Seuss Day. Each year…
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"Education is the most powerful weapon…"
by Abram Sherrod Lincoln Elementary Community School Director Education is a crucial part of the development of individuals in a…
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Utah Refugee Resources: A Family Transitions, as Utah Rallies in Support!
by Eryn Gorang Community School Director, Woodrow Wilson The crowd started small, just a handful of individuals clumped at the…
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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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