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The Freedom Garden Grows Hope in Clients |
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Healing through nature at the Center for Women and Children |
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March brings an influx of warm spring weather! For clients at Volunteers of America, Utah''s Center for Women and Children, this means the Freedom Garden is back!
The Center for Women and Children is a social model detoxification facility that allows women to detox from drugs and alcohol in a safe environment with their children ages 10 and younger. During their time at the Center for Women and Children, clients have access to a variety of services and programs to help them on their recovery journey. One of these programs is the Freedom Garden. Here, women and their children are able to work in the garden and greenhouse across the street from the center to grow different plants and flowers for bouquets and fruits and vegetables for meals at the center. The Freedom Garden is typically in use for clients during the warmer months of the year. However, the greenhouse is used year round.
Tending to plants and being able to spend time in the serenity of nature is often a therapeutic experience for clients that allows them to focus on their recovery during their time at the Center for Women and Children. Without the support of generous individuals like you, vital programs like the Freedom Garden could not operate. If you would like to support the Freedom Garden and all the other important programs at Volunteers of America, Utah, click the button below!
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Learn more about the individuals helping to make Maud''s special! |
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Maud''s Café is Volunteers of America, Utah''s boutique community café and job training program for homeless and at-risk youth. We would like to introduce some of the staff and interns that help make Maud''s such a one-of-a-kind part of the community!
Meet Justin and Kyle! Justin and Kyle are the newest interns taking Maud''s by storm. Both young men began their internship at Maud''s in February and are working hard to make every cup of coffee as delicious as possible, while learning important job skills. Make sure and say, "hi" to these dedicated interns during your next visit to Maud''s Café!
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Start a Facebook Birthday Fundraiser
Celebrate your big day by giving back to the community
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Looking for a simple way to share the mission of Volunteers of America, Utah and give back those in need? Consider choosing Volunteers of America, Utah for your next Facebook fundraiser. All the money you raise will go directly to helping vulnerable individuals experiencing homelessness, addiction, and mental illness. Whether it be for your birthday or just to show your support, your contributions make a difference in the lives of thousands of individuals!
To start a fundraiser for Volunteers of America, Utah, please click the link below. We couldn''t do what we do without the generosity of people like you!
Don''t follow us on Facebook? Check out the link below to stay connected and up to date with all the latest VOAUT happenings! You can also find us on Instagram and Twitter @voaut!
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Connecting Communities with VOAUT
The cold weather isn''t over yet
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For many, warmer spring weather marks a new season and new beginnings. For those living on the streets, numerous freezing nights are still ahead. Night time temperatures can get extremely low and unsheltered individuals are vulnerable to this cold March weather.
You can help these individuals in need stay sheltered from the cold. Vital warmth supplies are still desperately needed. Hand warmers, winter boots and coats, and stocking hats are still highly requested among our programs. Monetary donations are always needed as well to operate our facilities and shelter as many people as possible. If you would like to help keep someone warm this month, click the button below. Because of you, over 8,000 individuals are able to receive services from Volunteers of America, Utah!
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Stay Connected with the Family Counseling Center
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End the Stigma with Family Counseling Center |
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March is Self-Injury Awareness Month which brings awareness to the correlation between self-injury and mental illness. This month is a time to set aside stigma and realize mental illness is a serious problem. Too many people go without treatment because of the judgments they may receive.
Self-harm is more common than people realize. It is important to note that "among teenagers, an estimated 15 percent will experience some form of self-injury," (source). Family Counseling Center helps people with various conditions make it through adversity. If you or someone you know struggles with self-injury and you want help, call Family Counseling Center at 801-261-3500 to schedule your appointment today.
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Volunteers of America, Utah: In the News |
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Check out this month''s media story, which features the generosity of the community and how donations can make an incredible difference in the lives of many.
After losing their daughter Kamree to suicide last March, Brady and Amber Newby knew they wanted to honor her in a special way. They began the Kind Like Kamree Foundation. It is through this foundation that they donated hygiene kits to Volunteers of America, Utah. To learn more about this foundation, read the full article by clicking the button below!
At Volunteers of America, Utah, your donations allow us to operate. Without your support, the individuals we serve would not have essential items like new underwear, new socks, warm boots, or warm clothing. If you want to help change people''s lives by starting a charitable drive, click the button below!
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Happy Birthday to Volunteers of America National |
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Did you know that Volunteers of America, Utah is a part of a national organization with 30 affiliates? Volunteers of America National is turning 124 this month! In 1896, Volunteers of America was founded by Maud and Ballington Booth. The Booths dedicated their lives to uplifting and serving the individuals who need it most. Over the past 124 years, Volunteers of America has become one of the largest human service nonprofits in the country.
At Volunteers of America, Utah, we strive to honor Maud and Ballington''s original vision for Volunteers of America: going wherever we are needed and doing whatever comes to hand. With your support, Volunteers of America, Utah serves over 8,000 individuals experiencing homelessness, addiction, and mental illness. You can continue to make monumental change in your community by making a donation, volunteering, and sharing our mission. To learn more about Volunteers of America, Utah and make an impact click the button below.
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It''s Not Too Late to Become a Table Captain |
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Tuesday, April 14| 7:30 AM | The Little America Hotel |
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Do you want to give back to your community but don''t know where to start? It''s not too late to sign up to be a Table Captain for this years'' annual Founders'' Day Breakfast! April 14th is right around the corner and there are only a few spots left.
We are looking for individuals who are passionate about the work that Volunteers of America, Utah does in the Salt Lake Valley, and who want to share it with the people they love. Without the devotion of our dedicated staff, volunteers, and donors we would not be able to serve Utah''s most vulnerable. So help spread the mission by inviting your generous family members, friends, and coworkers to learn more on how they can get involved and give back to those who need it most.
The best part? The event is free! While there is no cost to attend, guests will be asked to join us in supporting our mission. There is no obligation to give, but any gift, no matter what the size, will collectively make a difference for a person struggling with homelessness, addiction, or mental illness.
Without people like you, we wouldn''t be able to provide services to our clients that change lives. So we need your help! Sign up to be a Table Captain before it''s too late and know you are playing a significant role in this event and in our clients'' lives. To sign up to be a Table Captain, click the button below. We look forward to seeing you at the breakfast on April 14th!
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Give New Underwear and Bras for Mardi Bra Season |
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For most of us, having underwear or bras are a necessity we don''t think about. Once you need more, you''re able to go to the store and purchase new ones. For clients of Volunteers of America, Utah, it''s not that simple. Help us help our clients by donating new bras and underwear to our facilities so they get the necessities we take for granted every day.
Get your family, book club members, or coworkers to collect bras and underwear for those less fortunate and give back to your community for the month of March. You can drop off your donations at one of two facilities from 10am-5pm daily:
Youth Resource Center
888 S 400 W
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Geraldine E King Women''s Resource Center
131 E 700 S
We can''t do what we do without you. To sign up and be involved in the Mardi Bra fun click on the link below.
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This Month''s Community Sponsored Event |
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St. Patrick’s Day Parade & Siamsa – Hibernian Society of Utah |
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We’re excited to be a part of the St. Patrick’s Day Parade & Siamsa hosted by the Hibernian Society of Utah on Saturday, March 14th starting at 10am at 200 South & 500 East proceeding west until State Street. Kathy Bray, Volunteers of America, Utah President & CEO, will be serving as the Grand Marshall for the parade giving our organization an amazing opportunity to highlight our services for vulnerable populations in the community. We’ll also have a booth to engage with guests following the parade at the Gallivan Center where you can enjoy Irish music, dance, and cuisine.
Part of the proceeds from the festivities will benefit our Youth Resource Center as the Hibernian Society has adopted the theme of “New Beginnings” this year. They’ve recognized that these youth ages 15 to 22 at-risk or experiencing homeless are overcoming major barriers to success and health with the help of our trained staff. These contributions will make an incredible impact in their lives when they need help the most.
If you’re part of a group that wants to make a lasting impact in your community, please consider inviting Volunteers of America, Utah to be a beneficiary of your charitable efforts. Then let us know about it by clicking the button below or sending an email to Alexis.Brotherton@voaut.org.
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This Month''s Donor Spotlight |
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Sotheby''s Cares spreads the love to Volunteers of America, Utah |
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Sotheby’s Cares isn’t just a name, it’s a mentality. Thomas Wright, the president of Summit Sotheby’s International Realty, brought together thirty non-profits from across Utah to celebrate 100% charity giving from the company’s sales associates.
At the close of every escrow, sales associates are given the opportunity to donate a portion of their earnings to local 501(c)3 non-profits. From veteran services to sports access, all topics and demographics were represented in where employees invested their funds.
It was an honor for Volunteers of America, Utah to be able to share our mission not only with Summit Sotheby’s employees but also our non-profit colleagues across the state. Sotheby''s Cares highlights how Utah non-profits are providing a way for people to work together for the common good, transforming shared beliefs into action.
If you would like Volunteers of America, Utah to speak with your company, contact Savannah Young, Marketing & Communications Director, via the link below. We’d be happy to help your company get more involved and make an impact in vulnerable people''s lives!
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Volunteers of America, Utah | 801.363.9414 | 435 W. Bearcat Drive | www.voaut.org |
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