When you look around Utah, Summit, and Wasatch counties, you see breathtaking vistas, bustling cities, and outdoor activities. You probably don’t think about poverty and hungry children. Despite the thriving cities and beautiful views, though, too many...

Utah Valley is full of entrepreneurs, ranking at the top of Top 10 lists of best places to start a business. There even are a variety of business incubators ready to help people get startups off the ground. But what if your business dream has less to do...

Gardening is one of the most popular pastimes in the U.S., with the number of gardeners growing every year. Adults younger than 35 are one of the fastest-growing demographics in gardening, accounting for 29 percent of gardening households, according to the...

The ground has thawed, and the snow is receding from the mountains. Flowers are finally blooming and the last threat of frost for the season (likely) is gone along the Wasatch Front. So what does that mean? It’s time to start planning and planting your...

It’s not always easy to get kids involved in activities you want them to do. That’s true for learning to cook a meal, chores around the house, hiking or even volunteering. All of those things have value, teaching life lessons and skills—especially...

Millennials, who comprise the largest living generation in the U.S., care about causes. They are more likely than members of other generations to do business with companies associated with a cause and they like to work for companies that give back. They...

Considering that 16.1 percent of Utah County children — or 31,090 kids — don’t have consistent access to enough food for a healthy, active life, we feel privileged to be able to deliver over 1,700 Kids Nutrition Paks each week. Teachers determine which of...

It’s January, when the Giving Season becomes a distant memory, and the opportunity for 2018 tax deductions is long gone. Bank accounts are lean, and charitable giving is the last thing on most people’s minds. Charities, though, operate year round, so they...

Sean and Cami wanted to buy a home, but they didn't know where to start. They didn't know anything about their credit, how much they needed for a downpayment, or what their budget should be. But with the homebuyer education courses from Community Action Services and...

UTA is encouraging locals to ride for free and pay it forward by donating to the UVX Food Drive from Dec. 17 to 20. UTA is teaming up with Community Action Services and Food Bank to host a food drive from Monday, Dec. 17 to Thursday, Dec. 20. Donors can...