When the school year begins or the seasons shift, Utah 211 can connect you to the annual services that can help make those transitions smooth.
For the summer months into a new school year, you can receive information about summer camps, school supplies, summer food programs, extended childcare, and summer school.
For the winter season, you can find information or be connected to programs about weatherization, utility assistance, holiday gifts, meals, volunteer opportunities, and winter clothing.
Utility Payment Assistance
Programs that provide financial assistance for those at risk of having their utilities shut off; offer discounted utility services; provide disconnection protection and notification alerts; make special services available; and supply fuel when other options are unavailable.
Weatherization
Programs that help households lower energy bills, improve indoor air quality, and increase comfort and safety in homes. Weatherization programs may have age, income, disability, or other eligibility requirements.
Winter Clothing
Programs that pay for or provide new or secondhand coats, gloves, hats, scarves, and other winter clothing.
Holiday Gifts/Toys
Programs, generally supported by donations from the community, that provide holiday gifts for eligible community members.
Holiday Food Baskets
Programs, generally supported by donations from the community, that distribute food baskets to eligible community residents for holiday meals. Baskets may contain food or vouchers to purchase food items.
Prepared Holiday Meals
Programs that provide or deliver hot holiday meals to those experiencing financial hardships or those experiencing homelessness during the holiday season.
Holiday Volunteer Opportunities
Organizations that are actively seeking individuals who are willing, on a voluntary basis, to help distribute gifts or provide food to people in the Utah community.
School Supplies
Programs that pay for or provide textbooks and other essential supplies at no cost for students who cannot afford to purchase them.
Summer Camps
Sleep-away or day camp facilities where children can participate in recreational activities and more during the summer vacation.
Summer Food Programs
Programs that provide meals (breakfasts, snacks, lunches and/or dinners) for children and youth during the summer, when school is not in session.
Summer School
Instruction offered during the summer by a school which enables students to accelerate their progress toward a degree or diploma or to make up credits lost through absence or failure.
Extended Child Care
Childcare providers, schools, and recreation centers that provide supervised care for school-age children before and after the school day and when school is not in session.
Utility Payment Assistance
Programs that provide financial assistance for those at risk of having their utilities shut off; offer discounted utility services; provide disconnection protection and notification alerts; make special services available; and supply fuel when other options are unavailable.