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This Week @ UNA: June 3, 2025

Let’s Get Cracking 🍳

Joke of the Week

Q: How do monsters like their eggs?
A: Scroll down to see the answer!

Shell-ebrating National Egg Day

Today’s your eggs-cellent excuse to whip up your favorite scramble or recipe (here’s one we love), or just enjoy how eggstraordinary nonprofits like yours keep things sunny-side up—even when the work is hard-boiled. (Okay, okay—we’ll stop now 😄) Now, onto some egg-citing opportunities coming your way… 

🧾 The Ledger Lab Series starts with Course 1: Foundation Building | June 5
This hands-on session covers the basics: financial statements, reporting, donation types, tax considerations, and budgeting—plus how to spot red flags and keep your budget growing with you. 

📈 Evaluation for Grantseekers: From Proposal to Reporting | June 10
Get evaluation out of the “check-the-box” zone and into a useful part of your grant strategy. We’ll walk through how to align your plans with funder expectations, build evaluation into proposals, and meet stakeholder needs from start to finish. 

💸 How to Find the Good-Fit Funders in Under 60 Minutes | June 18
You don’t have to chase down funders who aren’t a match. In just one hour, you can learn how to find aligned, active, and funder-ready grant opportunities—and walk away with personalized recommendations for your nonprofit. 

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!

UNA Annual Conference Awards and Recognitions

Hall of Fame Spotlight Recognition Submissions are open! 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. 

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.

Be the Voice Your Community Needs

The people you serve deserve a voice—and your mission depends on breaking through barriers to influence the policies that shape their lives. But navigating the complexities of government and legislative systems can feel overwhelming. 

That’s where the Nonprofit Credential in Advocacy and Civic Engagement comes in. This course is designed to help you advocate smarter, build confidence in your lobbying efforts, and turn passion into effective policy change.

Upcoming Training
Deepen your knowledge and enhance your skillset.

Tools You Can Use

Grow Your Skills with Your UNA Membership

Get access to exclusive professional development opportunities—trainings, workshops, and leadership programs designed just for the nonprofit sector. Many are free or offered at a discounted rate for members. Learn more.

Community Corner

UNA’s Community Circles, MiniConfabs, and Receptions

Connect, collaborate, and grow with fellow nonprofit professionals across Utah.

Calling all Utah County Nonprofits!

UNA and the Utah Valley Chamber of Commerce are launching a new partnership to uplift, connect, and serve Utah County nonprofits. Join the Utah Valley Chamber and UNA on Thursday, June 26 as we celebrate this collaboration at Chamber Night at the fabulous Ruth Theater in Pleasant Grove. Come network with other nonprofits and chamber members; enjoy hours d’oeuvres and stay for the show - An American in Paris! Learn more and register.

Nonprofit Community Calendar

Share your upcoming events on the Nonprofit Community Calendar and reach a bigger audience. Submit your event.

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. Learn more. 

Advocacy

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. Nominations for Utah Philanthropy Day awards close on June 1!

Explore these pages to see which nomination, event, or recognition fits your changemaker best:

🌟 Individuals 

Volunteers. 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 

Program 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. 

Joke of the Week

Q: How do monsters like their eggs?
A: Terri-fried!

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.