Utah Community Action

We have a bit of a secret to share. 🤫

Many people don't realize that Utah Community Action's Nutrition program provides over 600,000 meals on a yearly basis to our Head Start locations. Every morning, our Central Kitchen provides the expertise, the oversight, and the support needed to proivde a delicious and nutritious meal so that our teachers can focus on what they do best: caring for our community's children.

It’s one of the many ways we’re working to make sure financial insecurity doesn't stand in the way of a healthy childhood. 🍎✨

Head Start is about the child, but at Utah Community Action, we know that to truly empower an individual, you have to strengthen the whole family.

When a child joins our program, the entire family gets a team in their corner. UCA offers support from health screenings and dental checkups to connecting parents with our other five programs (like housing or weatherization).

We don't just teach the student, we walk alongside the family. Because a stable home and a healthy body are the best school supplies a child can have. 🎒

We’re not above a good humble brag when it comes to our team. 🧡

Meet the crew that’s been traveling Salt Lake, Tooele, and Weber counties this month. They aren’t just contractors, they’re experts in making sure a family’s budget isn’t ""leaking"" out of a drafty window.

When we stabilize a home’s temperature, we’re doing more than fixing a house, we’re strengthening a family. It’s one less stressor on a parent's plate and a healthier environment for kids to grow up in.

UCA head start teachers are building foundations. From literacy and math to social-emotional skills, our curriculum is designed to ignite a lifelong love of learning.

We’ve spent 60 years proving that when you give a child a high-quality preschool experience, you aren't just helping them get ready for kindergarten, you're empowering them to change their entire future.

Take a look with us at how we’re building a stronger community, one little scholar at a time.
Learn more here: https://bit.ly/4u79vPM

Summer job that actually matters 🌱

Help us deliver dinners to families this summer — no cooking experience needed. Just show up ready to move, prep, and serve with a smile.

We serve 60,000+ meals every year through programs across Utah — and this summer, we need YOU on the team. Apply here: https://bit.ly/4dCCmEw

When tensions rise and a resolution feels out of reach, UCA's Housing Mediation program provides the neutral ground you need. 🤝 Let us help you find the way forward.

Does your home pass the test? 📝

If you’re a homeowner or renter making 200% or less of the federal poverty level, our Weatherization program is here for you, at no cost.

Visit our webpage at this link https://bit.ly/4whblz1 start an application. Let’s get to work! 🛠️

There is something extraordinary about a shared meal. 🧡

At Utah Community Action, our mission is to empower individuals and strengthen families. We know that a strong family often starts at the kitchen table.

Through our nutrition initiatives, we aren't just handing out information—we’re providing the resources so that families can thrive together. Whether it’s through our Head Start meals or our community partnerships, we believe that access to good food is a cornerstone of a stable life.

If you’re looking for ways to get involved, as a partner, a volunteer, or a supporter, come see what we’re cooking up on our webpage here: https://bit.ly/4uaeI9x

One phone call can be the turning point you’ve been looking for. If your family is facing financial stress, Utah Community Action is here to help you get back on your feet.

From our no-cost preschool program and utility assistance to home repairs and job training, we provide the tools you need to build a stable future. Join the 50,000 neighbors we support every year—your journey toward self-reliance starts with a simple call.

Visit https://bit.ly/3R1Ot6q learn more!

What Happens Next?

It is 7:45 AM. A Head Start teacher is already setting up her room for the day.
She has been here since 7:00. She knows which kids slept okay last night and which ones probably didn't. She adjusts the whole morning accordingly.

What happens next? 1,228 kids walk in ready to learn.