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PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL DISASTER RELATED NOTICES ARE NOW LOCATED ON OUR NEW “UTAH EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS AND DISASTER REPSONSE” PAGE!

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Fundraiser garage sale

We are having a fundraiser for out niece Avery Lynn who is 1 ½ years old, she lives in San Diego and recently was admitted to Rady’s Childrens Hospital for treatment of a blood disorder. She was inpatient at the hospital for almost a month and is now home and still receiving ongoing IV treatments. The emotional and financial strain have been tremendous on her parents, Alix and Peter Hanel, our sister and brother in law. We are reaching out to ask if you would help us to raise financial support to send to them in their time of need. They have been asking for prayer and help and we’ve seen God drawing them through all of this. We want to be a light and encouragement to them of the love and goodness of God and His provision for them and their beautiful daughter.

We are asking for donations of household items, clothing, books, furniture, etc. for the Garage Sale we will be having the weekend of May 26th-28th

Please contact Kristina O’Neal @ 808-987-7823 to drop off any donations or monetary contributions

Our address is 4050 S. 1500 E. Millcreek, Utah 84124

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On May 16 & 17, SBA’s Utah District Office will sponsor a shared booth with SCORE and the SBDC in the Great Salt Lake Business Expo held at the South Town Exposition Center. The expo is a one of a kind annual event that will bring the entire Wasatch front business community together

posted 05-12-12

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Utah Head Start
Managing Agency Utah http://www.utah.gov
Program Description
The Head Start program (for children ages three to five) and Early Head Start program (for pregnant women, infants, and toddlers) promote school readiness for children in low-income families by providing comprehensive educational, health, nutritional, and social services. Parents play a large role in the programs, both as primary educators of their children and as participants in administering the programs locally. Both programs provide pre-literacy and literacy experiences in a multi-cultural environment. Parents are also provided social services, including assistance with childcare. Services are also available to migrant and seasonal farm worker families.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the state of Utah, you must be a parent or primary caregiver responsible for a child who is too young for public school.

In order to qualify, you must also have an annual household income (before taxes) that is below the following amounts:
Household Size* Maximum Income Level (Per Year)
1 $14,521
2 $19,669
3 $24,817
4 $29,965
5 $35,113
6 $40,261
7 $45,409
8 $50,557
*For households with more than eight people, add $5,148 per additional person.

If you do not meet these criteria, you may still qualify if you are a U.S. national, citizen or permanent resident whose financial status is low income or very low income, who is under-employed, unemployed or about to become unemployed, facing pregnancy, less than 19 years of age yourself, or the parent or primary caregiver for children under the age of 19 years. Other qualifications may apply.
Your Next Steps
The following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
The Head Start Locator provides a searchable database of Head Start programs. To apply for this program please visit the following website, which will direct you to the Head Start office nearest to you:

http://eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/hslc/HeadStartOffices

Program Contact Information
If you would like to speak with a State representative regarding the program and/or to obtain a list of Head Start Providers located in Utah please contact the Utah Head Start Collaboration Office at: 801-538-9312
Or send an email to:
jannaforsgren@utah.gov

Posted 04-09-12

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Bryce Canyon Astronomy Festival, May 17-21, 2012
Location: Bryce Canyon National Park
This will be the park’s 12th annual Astronomy Festival, and it coincides with a nearly-total solar eclipse! See the sun and moon align in a rare “ring of fire” from scenic Bryce Point, an amazing addition to this already popular festival. Enjoy the wonderful night skies at Bryce Canyon National Park! This festival keeps getting bigger and better every year. Enjoy several daytime programs and activities.
Contact phone number: 1-800-444-6689

Moab Arts Festival, May 26-27
The 20th Annual Moab Arts Festival takes place at Swanny City Park on Memorial Day Weekend. Free admission! Contact phone number: 435-259-2742

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Splore Accessible Outdoor Adventures

Provides accessible outdoor adventures for groups and individuals with disabilities and special needs. Activities include canoeing, river rafting, rock climbing, Nordic skiing/snowshoeing and overnight yurt trips, as well as custom trips arranged to accommodate the needs of a particular group.
For more information visit https://www.disability.gov/state/utah/community_life.

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Habitat for Humanity
Support the Salt Lake Valley Habitat for Humanity by donating new and used building materials (light fixtures, toilets, sinks, roofing, etc.) working appliances, cabinets, furniture (please, no stains or tears), tools, and such to the ReStore (thrift store) located at 1276 South 500 West, SLC. Yes, open to the public! If it won’t fit in your car they will pick it up! All proceeds go to funding Habitat homes in our community. Phone 801-263-0136 ext 1 for additional information.

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Provides sports and recreational experiences for people of all ages and abilities to build self-esteem, confidence and physical development so that they can participate in all aspects of community life.

For more information visit this link: http://www.disability.gov/state/utah/community_life.

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Program Description
The Food Stamp Program serves as the first line of defense against hunger for Utah Residents. It enables low-income families to buy
nutritious food with coupons and Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) cards. Food stamp recipients spend their benefits to buy eligible
food in authorized retail food stores. The Program is the cornerstone of the food assistance programs, and provides crucial support
to needy households and to those making the transition from welfare to work.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the state of Utah and fall into one of two groups: (1) those with a
current bank balance (savings and checking combined) under $2,001, or (2) those with a current bank balance (savings and checking
combined) under $3,001 who share their household with a person or persons age 60 and over, or with a person with a disability (a
child, your spouse, a parent, or yourself). For either group, you must also have an annual household income of less than $14,079 if
one person lives in the household; $18,941 if two people live in the household; $23,803 if three people live in the household; $28,665 if
four people live in the household; $33,527 if five people live in the household; $38,389 if six people live in the household; $43,251 if
seven people live in the household; or $48,113 if eight people live in the household. For larger households, add $4,862 for each
additional person in the home.

Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
To apply for this program, please visit:

https://www.utahhelps.utah.gov/

Program Contact Information
For more information on the Utah Food Stamp program, please visit:

http://jobs.utah.gov/opencms/customereducation/services/foodstamps/index.ht…

Please call the DWS hotline to speak with a customer service representative:
1-800-331-4341

E-mail inquiries can be sent to:
DWS_Constituent_Services@utah.gov

You can also identify and contact your local county Department of Workforce Service (DWS) office by checking:

http://jobs.utah.gov/regions/ec.html

Managing Agency
Utah

http://www.utah.gov

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Program Description
The Utah Summer Food Service Program (SFSP) was created to ensure that children in low-income areas could continue to receive
nutritious meals during long school vacations, when they do not have access to school lunch or breakfast. The program reimburses
contractors who serve approved meals to qualifying children aged 18 and under. Additionally, contractors are reimbursed for meals
served to individuals aged 19 and over if those individuals participate in a public or nonprofit school program and have been
determined by a public educational agency to be mentally or physically handicapped.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the state of Utah, your household’s annual income before taxes
must not exceed $20,036 if one person lives in the household; $26,955 if two people live in the household; $33,874 if three people live
in the household; $40,793 if four people live in the household; $47,712 if five people live in the household; $54,631 if six people live in
the household; $61,550 if seven people live in the household; $68,469 if eight people live in the household. For larger households, add
$6,919 for each additional person in the home.

Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
To apply for your state’s child nutrition program, please visit:

http://www.schools.utah.gov/cnp/SFSP/default.asp

Program Contact Information
If you have questions regarding the SFSP, please call the Utah State Office of Education-Child Nutrition Programs at:
1-801-538-7680

Managing Agency
Utah

http://www.utah.gov

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Program Description
The School Breakfast Program (SBP) provides children with nutritious foods before their school day begins, thus improving their
diets and encouraging the learning process. Schools operating the SBP, report increases in test scores, decreases in absenteeism,
and an overall improvement in student behavior when children eat breakfast. Similarly, the School Lunch Program provides
nutritious free and reduced price lunches to schoolchildren. The School Breakfast and Lunch Programs are administered by the Utah
State Office of Education, Child Nutrition Programs.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of Utah and a parent or primary caregiver responsible
for a child(ren) who attends school (high school or under). Those who qualify must also have an annual household income before
taxes that must not exceed $26,955 if two people live in the household; $33,874 if three people live in the household; $40,793 if four
people live in the household; $47,712 if five people live in the household; $54,631 if six people live in the household; $61,550 if seven
people live in the household; $68,469 if eight people live in the household; and $75,388 if more than eight people live in the household.
For larger households, add $6,919 for each additional person in the home.

Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
To apply for free or reduced price meals, contact your child’s school. A listing of your state’s schools can be found here:

http://www.onlineutah.com/schooldistricts.shtml

Program Contact Information
For additional information on the programs, please visit the Utah Child Nutrition Program office at:

http://www.usoe.k12.ut.us/cnp/default.htm

You can also contact your child’s school to find out what meals are served and how to apply for free or reduced price school meals.

To find the school district for your child(ren), go to:

http://www.onlineutah.com/schooldistricts.shtml

Managing Agency
Utah

http://www.utah.gov

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Program Description
The Utah Home Energy Assistance Target (HEAT) Program helps low-income households with their heating utility bills. This program
provides winter utility assistance to low-income households targeting those who are truly vulnerable – the lowest-income households
with the highest heating costs, the disabled, elderly, and families with preschool-age children. Utah received over $12 million in
Federal funds in the fiscal year 2004 for the HEAT program. HEAT is not a welfare program. A family does not need to be receiving
welfare in order to qualify for this program. It is a Federal Funded Energy Assistance Program that is operating through this office.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the state of Utah, you must need financial assistance for home
energy costs and your household’s annual income before taxes must not exceed $16,245 if one person lives in the household;
$21,855 if two people live in the household; $27,465 if three people live in the household; $33,075 if four people live in the household;
$38,685 if five people live in the household; $44,295 if six people live in the household; $49,905 if seven people live in the household;
$55,515 if eight people live in the household; and $61,125 if more than eight people live in the household. For larger households, add
$5,610 for each additional person in the home.

Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
To apply for this program, please contact the local administering agency near you:

http://housing.utah.gov/seal/offices.html

Program Contact Information
For more information on HEAT, please visit:

http://housing.utah.gov/seal/heat.html

To contact HEAT program manager Sherm Roquiero, please send an e-mail to:
shermr@utah.gov

Or you may telephone toll-free and speak to Eva or Rosalinda (ext. 642 or ext. 621 respectively) of the HEAT Program:
877-488-3233

Managing Agency
Utah

http://www.utah.gov

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Program Description
The Utah Children’s Health Insurance Program, or CHIP, provides medical services to eligible children under the age of 19 who do not
have health insurance and do not qualify for Medicaid. Services provided under the CHIP program include: sick visits; well child
exams; prescriptions; dental; hospital care; emergency room visits; urgent care visits; eye exams, and related services. CHIP
emphasizes preventive care and there are no co-payment requirements for any preventive services (e.g., well-child checkups and
immunizations). There are some co-payments required for other services and quarterly premiums. All costs are dependent on the
family’s income. CHIP is administered by the Utah Department of Health, and currently contracts with PEHP and Molina to provide
health care services. Because of limitations on funding and available slots in the program, CHIP only accepts applications during
open enrollment periods. You will need to check with CHIP for the latest information on the next open enrollment period.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of Utah, under 19 years of age, not covered by health insurance
(including Medicaid), a US national, citizen, legal alien, or permanent resident, or pregnant, and you must have an annual household
income before taxes of less than $28,000 if two people live in the household; $35,200 if three people live in the household; $42,400 if
four people live in the household; $49,600 if five people live in the household; $56,800 if six people live in the household; $64,000 if
seven people live in the household; $71,200 if eight people live in the household; and $78,400 if more than eight people live in the
household. For larger households, add $7,200 for each additional person in the home. Depending on your income level, you may have
to pay a premium for coverage. Please see this state’s program information for details.

Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
The application for this program can be found at the following website:

https://utahclicks.org/uas/content/login/?app=417

Program Contact Information
For enrollment or general information call:
877-KID-SNOW

Additional information including Frequently Asked Questions, brochures, applications in English and Spanish, and an online
application form (available during open enrollments) can be found on the Utah CHIP Web site at:

http://www.health.utah.gov/chip

Managing Agency
Utah

http://www.utah.gov

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Program Description
WIC is a supplemental nutrition program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC). The Utah WIC Program is committed to providing
quality nutrition and breastfeeding education to Utah families. The WIC program of Utah is administered by the Utah Department of
Health, Division of Family Services.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of Utah, pregnant, breastfeeding and postpartum
woman, infant or child up to 5 years of age and: (1) are individually determined by a health professional to be at nutrition risk; and, (2)
meet an income standard, or are determined automatically income eligible. A person who participates or has family members who
participate in certain other benefit programs, such as the Food Stamp Program, Medicaid or Temporary Assistance for Needy
Families, automatically meets the income eligibility requirement.

Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
To apply, set up an appointment at the WIC clinic closest to you:

http://www.health.utah.gov/wic/clinics.html

Program Contact Information
Please see the following Web Site for the income standard or maximum income limit for WIC eligibility:

http://www.fns.usda.gov/wic/howtoapply/incomeguidelines.htm

For more information on WIC in Utah, visit their website at:

http://www.health.utah.gov/wic/index.html

To contact the Utah Department of Health, call the main office at:
801-538-6101

Managing Agency
Utah

http://www.utah.gov

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Program Description
The Special Milk Program (SMP) encourages consumption of milk by children who do not participate in other child nutrition
programs. For example, children attending split-session kindergarten who do not have access to the breakfast and lunch programs
may participate in the SMP. The SMP is also available to other private nonprofit institutions devoted to the care and training of
children. The Federal government sets a reimbursement rate annually for each half-pint of milk. This rate is always less than the cost
of the milk. Children should be charged a price equal to the difference between the reimbursement rate and the actual cost of the
milk. In some settings, milk is served free of charge to eligible children, and the reimbursement covers the full cost.
General Program Requirements
Any child in a school or institution that participates in the Special Milk Program can get milk. Schools may elect to offer free milk to
low-income children. In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of Texas, your household’s
annual income before taxes must not exceed $20,036 if one person lives in the household; $26,955 if two people live in the household;
$33,874 if three people live in the household; $40,793 if four people live in the household; $47,712 if five people live in the household;
$54,631 if six people live in the household; $61,550 if seven people live in the household; and $68,469 if eight people live in the
household. For larger households, add $6,919 for each additional person in the home.

Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
To apply for the Special Milk program, directly contact your child’s school, camp, or child care institution to find out if it participates in
the Special Milk Program.

The Federal agency Child Nutrition Programs manages this program and provides state contact information here:

http://www.fns.usda.gov/cnd/Contacts/StateDirectory.htm

Additionally, you can view further information about your state’s Special Milk program here:

http://www.schools.utah.gov/cnp/SMP/default.asp

Program Contact Information
Please contact the Child Nutrition Programs office to learn more about the program at:
801-538-7680

To visit the Utah Special Milk program (SMP) on the web, please visit:

http://www.usoe.k12.ut.us/cnp/SMP/default.asp

You can also contact your local school district and ask about the SMP.

Managing Agency
Utah

http://www.utah.gov

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In 1976, in response to the national energy crisis, the U.S. Department of Energy initiated the Weatherization Assistance Program.
The goal of this program is to assist low-income households, particularly the elderly and disabled, to reduce their energy
consumption. This lessens the impact of utility costs on limited household budgets and helps stimulate self-sufficiency. Since 1976
the State of Utah has implemented this program uninterrupted with minimal need for State funding support. Weatherization
coordinates efforts with many other public and private programs to improve the lives of low-income Utah residents. The Utah
Division of Community Development administers the Weatherization Assistance Program statewide through eight government and
non-profit agencies. Benefits are provided in the form of a non-cash grant to eligible households for making energy efficient
improvements to their homes. Participating households are averaging nearly 33 percent in savings (or approximately $285 per year)
after the completion of the weatherization work.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of Utah, your household’s annual income before taxes
must not exceed $13,536 if one person lives in the household; $18,216 if two people live in the household; $22,884 if three people live
in the household; $27,564 if four people live in the household; $32,232 if five people live in the household; $36,900 if six people live in
the household; $41,592 if seven people live in the household; and $46,260 if eight people live in the household. For larger households,
add $4,668 for each additional person in the home.

Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
To Utah Weather Assistance Program application is available at the following location:

http://housing.utah.gov/wap/documents/Attachment_03_WAP_application.pdf

Once you have completed the application, please print and sign it. Send the completed application to:

Utah Division of Housing and Community Development
324 South State Street, 5th Floor
Salt Lake City, Utah 84111

Program Contact Information
For more information on Utah WAP, please visit:

http://housing.utah.gov/wap/index.html

To speak with program representatives call the Utah Division Community Development toll-free at:
877-488-3233

Managing Agency
Utah

http://www.utah.gov

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