Giving Back In Salt Lake City: Local Causes To Support This Season

Giving Tuesday is a global movement that encourages people to give back to their communities, typically through charitable donations, volunteer work or acts of kindness. It takes place annually on the Tuesday following Thanksgiving in the U.S., right after Black Friday and Cyber Monday. While it's celebrated widely, the real impact happens when we do good right at home by supporting local businesses, causes and organizations working to uplift our own communities.

We've rounded up a list of some great organizations, causes and initiatives in the Salt Lake City area. Please keep in mind, this is by no means an exhaustive list — just a starting point for discovering amazing local opportunities to give back, not only on Giving Tuesday but year-round! Be sure to contact each organization directly to find out about their hours or the best ways you can contribute.

For The Kids

For The Kids is working to alleviate food insecurity among underprivileged children by providing bulk food bags to inner-city schools for weekend distribution. Each week, the organization supports over 600 children, ensuring they have access to nutritious meals, while also offering mentoring and development programs to foster a brighter future.
Learn more: forthekids.org

People Helping People

People Helping People (PHP) is a grassroots nonprofit organization empowering low-income women, particularly single mothers, to achieve financial stability through successful employment. With the help of over 100 volunteer business professionals, PHP provides personalized coaching and workshops that equip participants with skills and confidence to secure better job opportunities and break the cycle of poverty.
Learn more: phputah.org

Best Friends Animal Society

Best Friends Animal Society in Salt Lake City is on a mission to end the killing of homeless pets by collaborating with local shelters, rescue groups and community members to create a no-kill environment in Utah. Their lifesaving center cares for over 2,500 animals annually, providing services such as spay/neuter programs, community cat initiatives and a pet food pantry.
Learn more: bestfriends.org

Circles Salt Lake

Circles Salt Lake strives to reduce poverty in Salt Lake County by providing support for individuals and families on their journey to self-sufficiency. Through initiatives that encourage upward mobility, it empowers participants to achieve lasting economic stability while promoting shared responsibility among individuals, communities and institutions.
Learn more: circlessaltlake.org

Utah Food Bank

Utah Food Bank, founded in 1904, is fighting hunger in Salt Lake City and across the state by providing vital food assistance to those in need, including children and seniors. The organization distributes millions of pounds of food each year through a network of partner agencies and direct service programs, ensuring that families facing food insecurity have access to nutritious meals.
Learn more: utahfoodbank.org

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