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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.
Reminder: Be a FORCE for Good!
By Megan Richards Business Development Manager Can I be honest with you? When I tell people about my job, many…
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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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