Mapleton woman carrying on mother’s legacy’ ‘knitting hearts’ for those in need
A warm blanket, a toy, clothing, items to clean yourself and your children with – all left in a place where you are now safe, when not long before, you were anything but. Every battered women’s shelter across the state of Utah receives kits from a Utah County organization that began when women used their […]
Santaquin resident organizes fundraiser to send local police department to Washington DC for Sergeant Hooser Memorial
Mandi Southwick, a beloved Santaquin resident, is always going out of her way to uplift and serve others. She especially enjoys supporting local first responders. In late 2024, Southwick came up with the idea to hold a fundraiser for the Santaquin Police Department. The goal of the fundraiser was to raise enough money to send […]
The Refuge Utah: Providing support to victims of sexual violenceÂ
Studies have shown that in Utah one in six women and one in 25 men experience sexual assault or attempted rape in their lifetime. Nearly one in three women will experience some form of sexual violence in their lives. The Refuge Utah is a nonprofit organization based out of Orem that provides compassionate, comprehensive, and […]
Local foundation ‘feeding kids’ through eliminating school lunch balances
There are enough things children have to worry about, and according to Kalab Stokes, school lunch balances shouldn’t be one of them. Recent data shows that Utah’s public schools have accumulated nearly $3 million unpaid school lunch balances. And while Utah legislators are considering a bill that could offset much of that, as it stands, […]
Local Business, Community Member Aid Homeless
On January 15, Kim Ray of Spanish Fork was looking for ways to help those in need – particularly individuals experiencing homelessness. As a volunteer for the community-based organization Coconut Hut, Ray actively searches for ways to assist the homeless population. In her search, she came across a post from Pier 49 Pizza in Springville. […]
Nephi woman and her ‘quilting sisters’ make blankets for orphans in Samoa & the Philippines
Nephi resident Margaret Peterson and her sisters Brenda Hoskin and Nelda Morrison know the value of serving others. They get together regularly to work on various projects—most involving sewing or quilting. Their latest project involves sewing blankets for a blind orphanage in the Philippines and another orphanage in Samoa. An anonymous sponsor has agreed to […]
Local business helping those in recovery get back on their feet
Spencer Measom knows what it’s like to hit rock bottom, and he’s experienced firsthand what it’s like to lose a loved one who didn’t make it. This level of sympathy is hard to find when you’re a recovering addict, and it’s why Measom is making it his mission to provide opportunities to those in need. […]
Lifelong friends create ‘Cornhole for a Cause’ to raise money for cancer patients
When Teressa Phillips of Payson decided to do an Avon Breast Cancer walk nine years ago, she had no idea the impact her humble efforts would one day have on her community. Teressa Philips’ friends Amy and Rich Phillips decided to help raise money for her breast cancer walk by holding a cornhole tournament in […]
BRD Pest Solutions Spreads Holiday Cheer with “12 Days of Service” Campaign
The community-driven campaign focuses on giving back through acts of kindness everyday for 12 days culminating in a Christmas surprise for four local families This holiday season, BRD Pest Solutions went above and beyond to make a difference in their community with their heartwarming “12 Days of Service” campaign. From December 14th to December 25th, […]
Join Us for Martin Luther King Jr. Community Outreach Day: A Chance to Make a Meaningful Impact
This month celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day in a way that honors his legacy of service and community uplift. The annual Martin Luther King Jr. Community Outreach Day at Brigham Young University invites everyone to come together for a day dedicated to making a positive impact in the community. Whether you’re an experienced volunteer […]
