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This Week @ UNA: February 25, 2025

The Report Is In 📬

Joke of the Week

Q: Why couldn't the sunflower ride its bike?
A: Scroll down to see the answer!

Utah’s Nonprofit Sector by the Numbers

Searching for the latest sector insights? Good news—you don’t have to fish around in the mailbox for this one. The 2025 UNA Nonprofit Sector Report is here! 

Inside, you’ll find a full breakdown of Utah’s nonprofit landscape—who’s making an impact, what challenges we’re up against, and how our state’s unmatched generosity keeps the sector going strong. Whether you’re after key stats or the big picture, this report delivers. 👉 Read the report now.

Looking to communicate your organization’s impact to a bigger audience? Whether you're new to media outreach or ready to level up, The Journalist’s Lens: Inside Media Strategy will help you tell your story and spotlight your work. 

Training and Events

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Nonprofit Credential Courses
Get knowledge, skills, and resources to build capacity, achieve outcomes, and grow your organization.

 

Upcoming Training
Deepen your knowledge and enhance your skillset.

FREE: Navigating the Waters of Unemployment Liability Content Description of Training | March 19 from 11:00 AM-12:00 PM

Is your nonprofit facing the possibility of laying off staff or reducing hours due to recent announcements from D.C.? Join our upcoming session to hear from experts about alternatives to layoffs, ways to reduce claim liability, and strategies to save valuable staff time and money on unemployment and HR. The difference between layoffs and furloughs Federal WARN law requirements Estimating potential unemployment claim liability Ways to reduce your potential liability How First Nonprofit programs save your nonprofit up to 60% on unemployment First Nonprofit, the endorsed unemployment insurance provider for MNA and UNA, brings this session to you. Join us to explore how First Nonprofit's solutions can empower your nonprofit to thrive in today's complex environment. Learn more.

Salt Lake City Reception and IMA Open House | March 20 from 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Catch up with friends, make new connections, and enjoy a relaxed lunch with IMA, our gracious host and lead broker for the UNA Health Care Plan. Register here.

Member Benefits

Does Your Team Have Health Insurance? 

It's open enrollment season! Do need an employee health insurance plan or looking to change your coverage?

Learn more about the UNA Group Health Insurance plan.   

Simplify Your Retirement Planning

Elevate401(k) and the Utah Nonprofits Association Pooled Employer Plan (PEP) are here to help. As the trusted Pooled Plan Provider for UNA PEP, we handle the complexities, allowing you to offer a robust retirement plan hassle-free. 

Enjoy competitive advantages in talent recruitment, transparent fees, institutional-grade investments, comprehensive employee education, and professional fiduciary oversight—all while saving on annual plan audits. Revolutionize retirement preparedness for your organization today and become a member of UNA! Learn more. 

New Membership Benefit: MyBoardPacket

Announcing your newest Member Benefit, FREE access to MyBoardPacket—a $2500 savings!

MyBoardPacket is a practical, secure online board management system that allows nonprofits of all sizes to safely organize and distribute essential information. Create and manage subcommittees, grant custom levels of access, store minutes and important policy documents, conduct votes, and so much more—all on an encrypted, secure platform.

To create your custom board portal, visit the UNA Member Info Hub and navigate to Member Benefits and Discounts. Click on MyBoardPacket and complete the short form to share setup information for your organization. We'll forward to the MyBoardPacket team who will get you up and running in a few business days. It's that simple. 

Please do not reach out to MyBoardPacket directly as they will be unable to honor any UNA associated discounts. Complete the form linked in the UNA Member Info Hub to get your organization set up! 

Resources to Keep on Your Radar

Need affordable health coverage for your team? Explore UNA's Group Health Insurance Plan. 

Looking for professional expertise or guidance? Check out the Business Affiliate Directory for the solutions you need. 

Sign up for UNA’s Slack Community and join the UNA Advocacy and Civic Engagement channel to share your advocacy priorities, questions, and calls to action.

Curious about UNA member benefits? See the complete list. 

Community

Nonprofit Community Calendar

Share your upcoming events on the Nonprofit Community Calendar and reach a bigger audience. Submit your event.

NTEN’s AI Resource Hub

The National Council of Nonprofits has supported Maryland Nonprofits and NTEN in efforts to equip state associations and their members with AI-related resources. The new AI Resource Hub is designed specifically for nonprofits, providing them with essential tools and guidance to harness AI’s benefits ethically while minimizing risks to their organization and community. Spread the word to ensure nonprofits of all sizes have access to these critical resources! Learn more.

Nonprofit Capacity Fund

It's here! Voluntary Contributions to the Nonprofit Capacity Fund will now be collected on Utah's income tax form. This is the result of amazing advocacy on the part of nonprofits. 🎉

Advocacy

4,500+ Nonprofit Signers on Letter to Congress

More than 4,500 charitable organizations from all 50 states shared an Open Letter to asking Congress to keep front of mind the reality that charitable nonprofits are essential to the U.S. economy and society in many ways, including as significant employers, taxpayers, and partners with government at all levels. The sign on letter was sent to every House and Senate office this afternoon. Learn more.

In Case You Missed It

Charitable Act Reintroduced

Congress reintroduced the Charitable Act (S.566 / H.R. 3435) to expand and extend the expired non-itemized (above-the-line) charitable deduction to roughly $4,500 for individuals and $9,000. Learn more.

Join the UNA Team!

Utah Nonprofits Association is hiring a Vice President of Nonprofit Engagement and Strategic Initiatives! This visionary leader will oversee exciting new programs like the inaugural Utah Nonprofit Film Festival and a statewide Giving Day, while also supporting UNA’s signature events, including Utah Philanthropy Day and the Annual Conference. If you’re passionate about strengthening Utah’s nonprofit sector through collaboration, storytelling, and innovative campaigns, we want to hear from you! Learn more. 

Joke of the Week

Q: Why couldn't the sunflower ride its bike?
A: It lost its petals!

Have a joke that’ll make us laugh out loud? We’re all ears (and ready to chuckle)! Email us at info@utahnonprofits.org and share your humor with us—it might even make it into a future Rapid Read.