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Q: Why don’t oysters share their pearls?
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Hope in Action—At a Price That’s About to Disappear
You know you want to go, so what are you waiting for? 
The Super Saver Rate for the 2025 UNA Annual Conference ends tomorrow, Wednesday July 16 at 11:59 PM. After that, poof! The lowest price for conference registration vanishes.
Join us on Thursday, September 18 at the Davis Conference Center for Hope in Action for a day packed with energizing sessions and inspiring speakers. Breakout Sessions are now online!
Not ready just yet? No worries! Early Bird Rates are available through August 13. But why pay more if you don’t have to?
2025 Nonprofit Credential in Finance and Legal | July 16
Financial and legal compliance isn't just a best practice—it’s a must. This course is your roadmap to clarity, confidence, and credibility. You’ll walk away with the tools to meet funder expectations, earn donor trust, and protect your mission.
Navigating Nonprofit Crossroads: Mergers, Dissolutions & Strategic Decisions | July 29
If your nonprofit is facing hard decisions about its future, you’re not alone. Join UNA and acting chair of the UNA Board Jason Krause, an experienced nonprofit governance attorney, for a session on navigating mergers, closures, and staying the course. Get real-world insights and answers to the tough questions leaders are asking right now.
Bridging Gaps: Skillfully Managing Uncertainty and Intergenerational Influence at Work | July 31
In this session, we’ll unpack the complex dynamics of power in the workplace, including how generational differences and personal experiences with age can influence the way we lead, collaborate, and communicate.
P.S. Have a Letter to the Editor from your Executive Director or a news story featuring your organization? Send it our way—we're adding these highlights to the UNA Newsroom!
Breakout Sessions Now Online!
Join us for the 2025 UNA Annual Conference, Hope in Action, Utah’s largest gathering of nonprofit professionals, happening Thursday, September 18 at the Davis Conference Center. The UNA Annual Conference brings you a full day of diverse sessions and speakers that offer insights and innovative approaches to addressing today's nonprofit challenges and needs. Register now!
UNA Annual Conference Awards and Recognitions
Hall of Fame Spotlight Recognition Submissions are open until August 8! Celebrate the individuals who uplift your mission.
Looking for other ways to get involved? Sponsorship and exhibitor opportunities put your organization in front of nonprofit leaders who are ready to connect and collaborate. Support Utah’s nonprofit sector while showcasing your services, products, or expertise.
Thank You to Our Conference Sponsors!
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Partner Sponsors
Connector Sponsors
Technology Sponsor
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Business Exhibitors
Your Learning Lineup
Headed Out for Summer Adventures?
No worries—all UNA trainings (including Credential courses) are recorded so you can learn on your schedule. And when it comes to one-on-one consultations, sign-ups are sent by email—no need to be there live to grab a spot!
Nonprofit Credential Courses
Get knowledge, skills, and resources to build capacity, achieve outcomes, and grow your organization.
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2025 Nonprofit Credential in Finance and Legal | July 16
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2025 Nonprofit Credential in Human Resources | August 20
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2025 Nonprofit Credential in Advocacy and Civic Engagement | October 22
If Not Now, When?
Now is the time to know how to build in an advocacy plan for your organization. A lot of decisions are being made that is affecting your funding, your goals, and the community you serve. It is not too late to start your advocacy plan and building out your strategy in order to protect your nonprofit organization and mission. Register TODAY for the Nonprofit Credential in Advocacy and Civic Engagement. Be the voice your community needs!
Upcoming Training
Deepen your knowledge and enhance your skillset.
Tools You Can Use
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Community Corner
UNA’s Community Circles, MiniConfabs, and Receptions
Connect, collaborate, and grow with fellow nonprofit professionals across Utah.
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UNA MiniConfab: Washington County | August 14
Research Spotlight: "The Current State of Providers Serving Immigrants & Refugees," by the Center for Economic Opportunity and Belonging
The recent instability of federal grants has placed many of Utah’s New American service providers in an increasingly precarious position, jeopardizing vital programs and creating uncertainty for the communities they serve. This survey of 28 service providers offers a critical window into the evolving landscape, illuminating both the mounting challenges and the potential pathways forward. Learn more.
Free, National Webinar Public Service Loan Forgiveness: How To Benefit and How To Preserve It | July 22
Nonprofits in the News: Purpose that pays off
Utah is one of the most philanthropic states in the country, but it’s time for our businesses to diversify where their dollars go. Smaller, scrappier nonprofits need your attention — and your partnership could become your company’s secret weapon for culture, connection and community change. Read more.
Nonprofit Community Calendar
Share your upcoming events on the Nonprofit Community Calendar and reach a bigger audience. Submit your event.
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Poetry Event: Walking and Writing Into the Living World | July 12
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Intro to Generative AI in the work place | Starting July 15
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Park City Kimball Arts Festival | August 1-3
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The 17th Annual Craft Lake City DIY Fest Presented by Harmons | August 8
Utah SUN Bucks Program (Summer EBT)
Utah SUN Bucks (also called Summer EBT) can help families buy food during the summer when schools are closed. Families get $120 for each eligible school-age child. Applications must be submitted by August 31. Learn more.
Advocacy
FREE Nonprofit Vote Webinar: Engaging Candidates 🤝 Ways for Nonprofits to Build Local Community Power | July 30
Engaging candidates isn’t just about giving candidates a platform around an issue, it’s about breaking down silos. Nonprofits who invite communities to listen and connect with candidates become bridge-builders🌉, connecting the most vulnerable with those seeking to represent them. Register and learn more.
Navigate the Noise
We know you’re balancing a million things. Our Resources to Navigating Uncertainty and Policy Update Page are here to keep you grounded. And if legislation or funding changes are impacting your work, share your story. Your voice matters—and we’re listening.
Nonprofits Don’t Have Big, Corporate PACs or Deep Lobbying Pockets—but We Do Have Each Other
Advocacy is how we protect our missions, secure resources, and push back against harmful policies. But this work doesn’t happen on its own. It’s powered by people like you.
Your support and membership fuels our ability to monitor legislation, mobilize quickly, and ensure nonprofits are heard—whether at the Capitol in Salt Lake City or on Capitol Hill in Washington.
If you're already a member—thank you!
Not a member? Join UNA today—because advocacy isn’t free, but it’s worth every ounce of support.
Not a Nonprofit? Donate to UNA—support the sector with your donation.
Get Involved
Celebrate the People Who Power Nonprofits
We’ve made it easy to honor the people behind your impact with 2025 UNA Annual Conference nominations and Utah Philanthropy Day awards.
Explore these pages to see which nomination, event, or recognition fits your changemaker best:
Individuals
IndividualsVolunteers. Staff. Board members. Advocates.
They show up, speak out, and go above and beyond—often without recognition. Celebrate the individuals who uplift your mission.
Teams
TeamsProgram staff. Leadership teams. Collaborations.
Change is a group effort. Recognize your powerhouse team and give them the celebration they deserve.
💼 Funders and Companies
Mission-aligned businesses. Sponsors. Grantmakers.
They make the work possible. Shine a light on your partners who lead with generosity and purpose.
Q: Why don’t oysters share their pearls?
A: Because they’re shellfish!
Have a joke that makes your team laugh out loud? Send it to info@utahnonprofits.org—you might see it in next week’s Rapid Read!
Resources to Keep on Your Radar
Need affordable health coverage for your team? Explore UNA's Group Health Insurance Plan.
Looking for professional expertise or guidance? Check out the Business Affiliate Directory for the solutions you need.
Sign up for UNA’s Slack Community and join the UNA Advocacy and Civic Engagement channel to share your advocacy priorities, questions, and calls to action.
Curious about UNA member benefits? See the complete list.