Utah Community Builders is the Salt Lake Chamber's nonprofit social impact foundation. We focus on upward mobility, mental health, and family friendly policies.
Nearly 300 students joined us for Literacy Night at Olene Walker Elementary School! It was inspiring to see so many young readers and their families come together to celebrate literacy, learning and community.
What a fantastic evening!
#Literacy#Community
We're looking for volunteers to help assemble literacy kits that will be distributed to elementary school students across the community. This is a simple, meaningful way to support education and help children build strong reading skills.
Register today: https://t.co/zzSB1JPg7E
Flexibility, paid leave and fair wages are key to supporting Utah parents at work.
See the full survey: https://t.co/PE6E7TwxU6
#WorkLifeBalance#UtahParents#FamilySupport
What an incredible turnout at Literacy Night at Lincoln Elementary School! We were thrilled to welcome 215 students and their families for an evening dedicated to reading, learning and community connection.
Thanks to everyone who helped make the event such a memorable success!
We had a wonderful time at the Literacy Night at Escalante Elementary School! We were thrilled to welcome 120 students for a night dedicated to reading, learning and family engagement.
Thank you to everyone who joined us to help foster a love of literacy in our community!
Our recent Literacy Night at Meadowlark Elementary School was a huge hit! Students went home with a new book, families joined in the fun and everyone enjoyed a wonderful evening.
It was a night filled with learning, connection and community!
#LiteracyNight#Learning
Every child deserves books at home.
We're inspired by the Salt Lake City School District's efforts to redistribute library books to elementary students ahead of summer break.
Supporting literacy = investing in Utah's future.
Learn more: https://t.co/XcAy0GDUR9
#LiteracyMatters
It’s Mental Health Awareness Week! Let’s check in with ourselves and those around us. What’s one thing you do to support your mental health?
#MentalHealth#MentalHealthAwarenessWeek#UCB
Mental fitness is essential to Utah’s workforce. “We must all recognize the need to work on mental fitness and help others in their journey.” – Clark Ivory, CEO of Ivory Homes & member of the Utah Community Builder Advisory Board.
Learn more here: https://t.co/PrtsvZwajA
A strong workforce starts with strong readers.
Join the Salt Lake Chamber and @StateofGoodUT in supporting education and future opportunity - one literacy kit at a time.
Register: https://t.co/UQYu8Gx3LP #UtahCommunityBuilders#LiteracyKits
Workplace mental health saves lives. The Suicide Prevention in the Workplace: Employer Toolkit gives employers practical strategies to support employees and foster a safe environment.
Access the toolkit: https://t.co/cvdZ0U7RXo #SuicidePrevention#MentalHealthMatters
It was wonderful to present at the Utah AGA Association's Spring Conference with incredible partners like Megan Larsen (Get Healthy Utah) and Keri Jones-Fonnesbeck (Trauma-Informed Utah).
We shared a holistic approach to workplace wellness with 150+ attendees across Utah.
This month’s State of Good Story highlights First Step House, dedicated to giving people a second chance. “We want people to achieve as much independence as they can and truly thrive...”
https://t.co/VhSkuyMUSt
#StateofGoodStories#SLChamber#UCB@saltlakechamber
Attendees at our Power of Purpose through Volunteerism event last week had a wonderful time learning practical ways to incorporate volunteerism into the workplace - and the real benefits it brings to mental health and company culture.
#powerofpurpose@saltlakechamber
We are wrapping up an energizing morning at the Workplace Mental Health & Well-Being Series: Power of Purpose through Volunteerism! Thank you to @LGHendersonUtah, our outstanding panelists and everyone who joined us at the @utahfoodbank. Who’s ready to bring what they learned back to their team? #WorkplaceMentalHealth #PowerofPurpose @stateofgoodut
Great insights are happening right now on our panel! Representatives from @SwireCC, @ZionsBank, @CambiaHealthFdn & @theLHMcompany are sharing how volunteerism improves retention, reduces burnout and strengthens culture. Moderated by Kayla Norman. #WorkplaceMentalHealth #PowerofPurpose @StateofGoodUT
We’re spotlighting valuable local resources at the Power of Purpose event! Attendees are learning how @UServeUtah and @JustServe make it easy for companies to find meaningful volunteer opportunities. These are practical tools for bringing purpose into the workplace today. #WorkplaceMentalHealth #PowerofPurpose @StateofGoodUT
We are kicking off with an inspiring Opening Address from @LGHendersonUtah at the Power of Purpose through Volunteerism event! We’re starting the day focused on how service helps build healthier, more connected workplaces. #WorkplaceMentalHealth#PowerofPurpose@StateofGoodUT