Utah Community Builders is the Salt Lake Chamber's nonprofit social impact foundation. We focus on upward mobility, mental health, and family friendly policies.
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Supporting early literacy is one way businesses can invest in the future of our communities, our workforce and the next generation of Utahns.
Read more about Literacy Match and see how to get involved: sltrib.com/opinion/commentar…
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$1 million for Utah's youngest readers!
The Readers Cup brought together Tony Finau and Utah business leaders to support Utah Community Builders' Literacy Match and the Tony Finau Foundation Literacy Center.
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Utah Community Builders, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, empowers businesses to lead social change by addressing Utah’s critical needs, such as child care and mental wellness.
Learn more about our mission: slchamber.com/utah-community… #UCB
A strong workforce starts with strong foundational skills.
Literacy helps employees learn, communicate, solve problems and grow in their careers.
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Thank you to everyone who joined us for Connection Cures Loneliness: Building Belonging at Work.
From an inspiring keynote to local resources, a panel discussion and interactive experiences, the event offered practical ideas for creating more connected and resilient workplaces.
We closed out National Suicide Prevention Month with purpose. Today's Connection Cures Loneliness event at @CHGHealthcare showed how intentional belonging boosts performance and supports employee well-being.
Thank you to The Other Side Academy, our outstanding panel (@Cambia, @Delta, @CHGHealthcare, @MySnapFinance), @MarathonHealth, Promise2Live, Utah State Office of Rehabilitation and @StateofGoodUT.
We are proud of Utah's business community for showing up!
#ConnectionCuresLoneliness #MentalHealth
People do their best work when they feel valued, connected and included. Join business leaders from across Utah as we explore practical ways to foster belonging in the workplace and create environments where employees can thrive.
Join us on September 30! business.slchamber.com/event…
Across Utah, The Utah Suicide Prevention Coalition provides resources and programs to prevent suicide and promote mental wellness.
Learn how you can support this life-saving work: utahsuicideprevention.org
#SuicidePrevention #UtahStrong #MentalHealthSupport #UCB
Way to go, Farmington Elementary School readers!
You showed up, you opened books and you kept going until the pages added up to 13,964.
We're proud to support incredible events like this.
#EarlyLiteracy #SummerReadaThon
A fascinating aspect of our recent hard-hat tour was discovering the technology being incorporated into the Mental Health Translational Research Building.
It's powerful reminder that mental health is complex and that better answers require curiosity, research and collaboration.
When employees feel connected to the people around them and know they are valued, they're better positioned to thrive.
This September, let's prioritize connection, belonging and mental well-being.
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The Summer Read-a-Thon at Snow Horse Elementary was packed with fun activities and awesome stories.
Big thanks to the students, staff and families who made it such a special day!
#EarlyLiteracy #SummerReadaThon
Kanab Elementary turned reading into an adventure during their recent read-a-thon! 40 students joined in and read an amazing 2,500 pages in just two hours.
We love seeing creative ideas like this inspire students to spend time with books.
#Readathon #EarlyLiteracy
Sometimes the best way to welcome kids back to school is with PJs, pizza and a whole lot of pages.
Eagle Bay Elementary's grant-funded summer read-a-thon brought 95 people together, sparked new friendships and reminded everyone why reading (and community) matters.
#EarlyLiteracy
Dolly Parton not only wrote songs, she also built a reading revolution.
The Imagination Library remains her lasting literary gift to the world. Thank you, Dolly.
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We were happy to support Kaysville Elementary's "Pop Into a Good Book" read-a-thon!
The library was transformed with balloons and popcorn to create a festive, welcoming space where students could settle in with their favorite books. It was incredible!
#Readathon #EarlyLiteracy
Island View Elementary went all out for their Read-a-Thon - and families noticed.
Parents shared how much their kids loved the atmosphere, the snacks and the chance to read with family and friends.
#Readathon #EarlyLiteracy
70 students.
Over 100 family members.
1,708 pages.
One unforgettable Hawaiian Read-a-Thon.
Creekside Elementary went above and beyond with their spectacular read-a-thon! We're grateful to help make events like this possible.
#UtahLiteracy #Readathon #EarlyLiteracy
Operation Literacy is leading the way as the official Utah partner of the Imagination Library. Let's make sure every Utah kid grows up with stories that spark curiosity and confidence.
Learn more: ksl.com/article/51609856/dol…
Utah Community Builders, a nonprofit initiative, empowers Utah’s business community to drive social impact beyond traditional business concerns. We aim to support families, workers and communities across the state.
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Summer reading, elevated.
On July 28, the Upland Terrace library filled with the quiet energy of kids in pajamas, blankets spread out and books open.
The result? 1,062 pages read and plenty of smiles!
#Readathon #LiteracyMatters
