Utah Gives Back highlights charities and non-profit organizations serving our community. Learn about their important work by listening each morning, and bookmark this page for ongoing volunteer opportunities as we perform quarterly service projects.
Emily Ashmead
Special Olympics Utah
Sports have the power to transform lives. It’s often not the sport itself, but the benefits of connecting with others, challenging yourself, and improving your physical health. Special Olympics Utah aims to create a better world by fostering the acceptance and inclusion of those with intellectual disabilities through the power of sports. Their athletes find […]3 years ago
Emily Ashmead
Davis Education Foundation
Did you know that almost 17,000 students do not know where their next meal will come from and that more than 1,200 children are experiencing homelessness in the Davis School District? Children cannot learn when they are hungry or do not have a safe place to shower, do laundry, study, or access resources. The Davis […]3 years ago
Emily Ashmead
Friends for Sight
Since the pandemic began, kids and adults alike are spending more time looking at screens, especially as virtual school and meetings have been on the rise. A recent survey found that 44 percent of children are using electronic devises for over four hours per day, more than double the rate before the pandemic. Unfortunately, this […]3 years ago
Ike Yospe
Friends of the Children
Children who’ve experienced a lot of adversity can benefit from a long-term, nurturing relationship with a consistent and caring adult. This is why Friends of the Children redefined youth mentoring by creating the first and only long-term professional mentoring program in the country. They select children who could benefit most from a relationship with a […]3 years ago
Ike Yospe
Utah Olympic Legacy Foundation
In 2002, Utah hosted the world for the Olympic & Paralympic Winter Games. World-class venues were built and provided an incredible place for athletes to perform at their best. But how do great Olympic memories transform into lasting benefits for the community? The Utah Olympic Legacy Foundation was created to carry on the positive impacts […]3 years ago
Ike Yospe
Neighborhood House
Neighborhood House is a 127-year-old nonprofit in Salt Lake City that provides daycare for children 15 months to 12 years old, and supervised activities for adults 18 and older that need constant care during the day. They provide a wide range of programs including youth summer activities, preschool, adult day care, and support services – […]3 years ago
Ike Yospe
GREENbike
Bike share systems have a positive impact on cities and those who utilize the service. They provide an active transportation option to get to work, the coffee shop, or spin around the city with your friends, without needing to own a bike. GREENbike, the local non-profit bike share system located in the greater Salt Lake […]3 years ago
Ike Yospe
Curly Me
Representation matters because we all bring different perspectives to the table. Those perspectives are informed by our experiences which can include where we’re from, education, family structure, sexual orientation, race, and more. Curly Me! is a nonprofit in the Salt Lake area that knows the importance of representation, especially for young children. They provide resources […]3 years ago
Ike Yospe
Farmer’s Market
It’s time to support the great farmers markets across Utah. The Downtown Farmers Market in Salt Lake City is nationally recognized and was created in 1992 by the Downtown Alliance and it’s become a summer tradition for residents and visitors. Located in historic Pioneer Park, the Downtown Farmers Market has infused vitality and fresh produce […]3 years ago
Emily Ashmead
Bike Helmets
It’s important to stay safe on a bike by always wearing your helmet. This can reduce your risk of head injury as much as 85 percent. There are a few things to note when properly fitting a helmet. First, make sure you get a helmet that has an ANSI or SNELL label to certify its […]3 years ago
Emily Ashmead
Bike Utah
Cycling is a low impact exercise that offers plenty of health benefits. It can increase your metabolism, builds muscles, eases feelings of stress, and improves your balance, posture, and coordination. Cycling is often considered a great opportunity to travel – but in many people’s lives, cycling is not safe. Bike Utah wants to change that. […]3 years ago
Ike Yospe
Utah Gives Back: Help us at Neighborhood House on June 3rd
We need your help! Sign up below to join KSL and SelectHealth for a Utah Gives Back day of service, Thursday June 3rd from 10 AM – Noon at Neighborhood House at 1050 West 500 South in SLC. We need 50-60 volunteers to help pull weeds, clean up the grounds and wash windows. Volunteers who […]3 years ago
Emily Ashmead
Moab Valley Multicultural Center
In 2005, public school teacher Leticia (La-TISH-A) Bentley was being called on more and more to serve as an interpreter and advocate for Moab’s growing immigrant population. As the need for bilingual and multicultural education, advocacy, and crisis intervention grew, she recruited a core of dedicated volunteers who officially formed the Moab Valley Multicultural Center […]3 years ago
Emily Ashmead
Utah Cancer Control Program – UDOH
Breast cancer is the most common cancer in American women, except for skin cancer. When caught early it is often treatable. There are screenings out there that can provide early detection and save lives. Utah Cancer Control Program or UCCP partners with local health departments, community clinics, hospital, worksites and more to provide evidence-based strategies […]3 years ago
Emily Ashmead
The Goal Foundation – Ogden Marathon
Have you ever thought about running the Ogden Marathon? Have you ever thought about doing it virtually? That’s right, you get to be the race director, design your own course, and choose which day you run between May 9th and the 16th. The Goal Foundation inspires Utahns to “Get Out and Live!” by participating, volunteering, […]3 years ago
Emily Ashmead
Special Enrollment Period
No one plans to get sick or hurt, but most people need medical care at some point, so having health insurance can protect you from unexpected, high medical costs and offer you the freedom to choose a provider that fits your needs. Utahns are currently able to sign up for health insurance and may be […]3 years ago
Emily Ashmead
National Volunteer Week
National Volunteer Week is an opportunity to recognize the impact of volunteer service and the power of volunteers to tackle society’s greatest challenges, build stronger communities, and a force that transforms the world. Things looked a little different in 2020, but volunteers throughout Utah continued to show up for their neighbors. Americans volunteer 8.8 billion […]3 years ago
Emily Ashmead
Family Support Center of Ogden
Parenting is hard, there’s no way around it. But the good news is, you don’t have to do it alone. Family Support Centers are here to help! They are located throughout the state of Utah and to help you care for yourself and for your children. Their goals are to support parents, protect children, and […]3 years ago
Emily Ashmead
Primary Children’s Hospital – Car Seats
Have you ever wondered if your car seat is installed correctly? Do you have your child harnessed safely? Or when should your child start to face forward? You can get answers to those and other car seat questions and any help you may need from the comfort and convenience of your own home. Intermountain Primary […]3 years ago
Emily Ashmead
Utah Nonprofits Association
Utah’s nonprofits comfort, inspire, feed, shelter, heal, and educate people everywhere in Utah. Our communities see cleaner air and water, support for survivors of domestic violence, care for individuals suffering from mental health disorders, warm and safe places for people to sleep at night, enriched perspectives from the arts, respite for both children and adults […]3 years ago
Emily Ashmead
Sanpete Pantry
Last February, Jeff Jarman from the Sanpete Pantry, got a report that there were some children in the area who only had paper and water in a bowl to eat. He knows the reality of what goes on behind closed doors and that there’s a real need for those who don’t know where their next […]3 years ago
John Wojcik
First annual Feed Utah food drive starts this week
The first annual Feed Utah food drive will provide food to the thousands of Utahns currently facing hunger.3 years ago
Emily Ashmead
Southwest Behavioral Health Center
Community members in Washington County are saving lives by attending suicide prevention trainings offered by the Southwest Behavioral Health Center in St. George. Those who attend learn that depression, anxiety, and suicidal thoughts can affect anyone and it’s important to be open and direct when talking about suicide. One of the most important things to […]3 years ago
