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Joke of the Week
Q: What’s a monster’s favorite game?
A: Scroll down to see the answer!
This Week’s Lineup Is Packed with Treats
It’s the season of pumpkins, candy, and learning! While the Great Pumpkin may only appear once a year, great opportunities for Utah nonprofits are always in season. Whether you’re gearing up to advocate for your mission, lead your team with heart, or simplify your financial workflows, UNA’s upcoming events will help your organization grow stronger - no costume required.
Public Charities Can Advocate! How Your Nonprofit Can Lobby and Engage in Election-Season Advocacy | October 29
This free, in-person workshop (led by experts flying in from Washington, D.C.) will demystify the rules around advocacy and lobbying so you can confidently speak up for your mission. This event serves as a pre-workshop for Nonprofit Day on the Hill.
2025 Nonprofit Credential in Leadership and Organizational Culture | November 4
Turn leadership struggles into strategies with the Nonprofit Credential in Leadership and Organizational Culture and build a culture where collaboration thrives, growth flourishes, and your mission shines.
Utah Sales Tax and Financial Management for Nonprofits | November 13
In this session, Givefront will show a hands-on demo of how the platform automates receipt collection, enforces expense policies, and integrates sales tax refund tracking directly into your financial workflow.
Utah Philanthropy Day | December 5
Don’t forget - Accolade nominations are open until November 1! Submit Heart & Hands and Corporate Community Champion. Want to attend the luncheon? Find tickets and tables here.
Remember to complete the 2026 Nonprofit Compensation and Benefits Survey by November 14!
Your Learning Lineup
All UNA trainings (including Credential courses) are recorded!
Learn on your schedule. And when it comes to one-on-one Credential 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.
Upcoming Training
Deepen your knowledge and enhance your skillset.
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Mind the Middle: Managers in a Boom-to-Zoom World | October 28
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Public Charities Can Advocate! How Your Nonprofit Can Lobby and Engage in Election-Season Advocacy | October 29
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Management Essentials: Montana Nonprofits Association Accelerator | November 3-19
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Utah Sales Tax and Financial Management for Nonprofits | November 13
Tools You Can Use
Get Discovered by More Donors
Are you ready to amplify your impact and connect with a broader audience of engaged donors? Claiming and completing your nonprofit's free profile on Charity Navigator is one of the most powerful steps you can take to increase your visibility and build critical trust. A complete profile allows you to showcase your unique mission and demonstrate a commitment to transparency, which may boost your rating. Donors view highly rated charities on Charity Navigator as more impactful and trustworthy. Don't miss this data-proven opportunity to enhance your credibility and unlock new funding—update your profile today and show the world the incredible work you're doing right here in Utah. Log in to the Nonprofit Portal here.
The 2026 Nonprofit Compensation and Benefits Survey Is Open!
Your input helps build a stronger, more equitable nonprofit sector across Utah and the western region. It only takes about 30–45 minutes, and you can pause anytime (no being glued to your computer 
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✨ Bonus ✨ The results can help your organization confidently check “yes” on the Form 990 question about executive compensation—showing your pay practices are fair and well-researched.
Community Corner
Nonprofit Community Calendar
Share your upcoming events on the Nonprofit Community Calendar and reach a bigger audience. Submit your event.
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Executive Director! Confab - Virtual | September 4 - October 30
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Allies Summit: Pathways to Manhood | October 30
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Utah Sleep Out | November 8
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Big Night Out Gala | November 15
GoFundMe Created 1.4M Donation Pages Without Your Consent 🚨
This can confuse donors, risk your branding, and cause delays in receiving donations. Claim or remove your page and protect your organization – learn more.
New and Renewed Friendships: September
Join us in welcoming our new and returning nonprofit friends, from September to the UNA community. Learn more.
Advocacy
Resources from NCN
The National Council of Nonprofits has created a new one-pager you can use to help nonprofits understand how to prepare for and respond to a government shutdown. The one-pager also includes a checklist for nonprofits that receive federal grants. Here are a few other resources to check out:
- Government Shutdown: What Should Nonprofits Do?, National Council of Nonprofits, September 2025.
- Government Shutdowns: Disrupting Nonprofits’ Ability to Serve Communities: A media fact sheet.
- Take Action! Contact Your Members of Congress: Use the National Council of Nonprofit’s email template to send a message directly to your Senators and Representatives, urging them to work across the aisle to reopen the government.
This Year, Expand Your Footprint at the Capitol with Nonprofit Days on the Hill!
Join us on January 20, 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM, for the Nonprofit Day on the Hill Rally, where we will be raising our voices in support of the importance of nonprofits in our state and communities. Learn more.
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
Your Voice Matters: Help Shape the Future of Nonprofit Leadership
The Race to Lead Survey is back for 2025—and this year is a big one. Since 2016, thousands of nonprofit staff like you have shared their experiences, building one of the largest and most influential datasets on race and leadership in the sector.
Now it’s your turn. By taking the survey, you’ll add your story to a powerful movement that’s shaping how nonprofits hire, support, and sustain leaders.
Make your voice count. Take the survey now!
Celebrate the People Who Power Nonprofits
Recognize the people supporting your impact with a Utah Philanthropy Day Award. Nominate a volunteer for the Heart & Hands Award, or recognize a business with the Corporate Community Champion Award for their outstanding commitment to volunteerism, philanthropy, and corporate social responsibility in Utah.
Want to attend the luncheon? Find tickets and tables here.
Joke of the Week
Q: What’s a monster’s favorite game?
A: Hide-and-go-shriek!
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.
Navigate the noise. Stay grounded with our Resources to Navigating Uncertainty and Policy Update Page. If legislation or funding changes are impacting your work, share your story.
Curious about UNA member benefits? See the complete list.
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!