Our Core Work

“The work required to earn the Credential Badge in Board Governance deserves our respect. United Way of Northern Utah went above and beyond in reviewing and revising its board policies, roles and responsibilities, and process for ongoing financial reviews. Moreover, they established sound, lasting resources for board member orientation, training, and assessment, and took steps to ensure compliance with legal requirements and best practices. This is quite the achievement and demonstrates United Way of Northern Utah's commitment to excellence. Congratulations to United Way of Northern Utah for this well-earned accomplishment!” - Jill Bennett, Chief Executive Officer, Utah Nonprofits Association

These are the requirements UWNU completed to achieve the UNA Board Governance Credential Badge:

• Develop Board Orientation and Board Handbook
• Provide Board Training and Assessment
• Document and Review Bylaws and Organizational Policies and Procedures
• Establish Goals and Systems to Monitor Performance
• Identify Organizational Reporting Mechanisms
• Document Fundraising Roles and Responsibilities 
• Document Process for Financial Report Verification
• Share Board Minutes and Schedule for Filings
• Develop Policy for Executive Director Performance and Compensation Review

“Congratulations to United Way of Northern Utah on earning the UNA Credential Badge in Fundraising and Development. To achieve this milestone, United Way of Northern Utah meticulously reviewed, revised, and created standards and practices to guide their development work. They reviewed and revised everything from their policies on accepting gifts, to fundraising ethics, to how they acknowledged their donors. By establishing sound fundraising practices and crafting a strong development strategy, United Way of Northern Utah has set itself up for long-term success. This work, and it is indeed work, shows an intentional commitment to excellence. Congrats to United Way of Northern Utah for a job well done.” - Jill Bennett, Chief Executive Officer, Utah Nonprofits Association

These are the requirements UWNU completed to achieve the UNA Fundraising and Development Credential Badge:

• Develop an Ethics Policy
• Develop a Gift Acceptance Policy
• Create a Donor Bill of Rights
• Provide Ongoing Ethics Training
• Establish a Donor Cycle
• Create Resource Development Planning and Goals
• Demonstrate Funding Portfolio Diversification
• Personalize Solicitations
• Demonstrate Internal Coordination
• Create Role Descriptions
• Incorporate Equity and Inclusion Practices

“Congratulations to United Way of Northern Utah for earning the prestigious Credential Badge in Human Resources. Their dedication and commitment to excellence are truly commendable and set an example for the nonprofit sector. By successfully accomplishing tasks like creating an inclusive employee handbook, implementing leadership training on contracts and anti-discrimination policies, and reviewing their employment processes and practices, United Way of Northern Utah has showcased their unwavering commitment to fostering a safe, fair, and inclusive work environment. Well done, United Way of Northern Utah!” - Jill Bennett, Chief Executive Officer, Utah Nonprofits Association

These are the requirements UWNU completed to achieve the UNA Human Resources Credential Badge:

• Develop Staff and Volunteer Job Descriptions
• Create an Employee Handbook that includes: 
  • Pregnancy Accommodations Notice
  • Harassment Policy
  • Disability or Special Accommodations
  • Pay Policies
  • Independent Contractor Agreement
  • At-Will Statement
  • Anti-Discrimination Policy 
  • Termination Process 
• Document Handbook Acknowledgement Process
• Provide Leadership Training on Contracts 
• Provide Leadership Training on Anti-Discrimination
• Review Employment Application
• Complete an Independent Contractor Review

“Congratulations to United Way of Northern Utah for successfully earning the UNA Credential Badge in Leadership and Organizational Culture! By diligently completing the rigorous requirements, they have established a strong foundation for success and showcased their commitment to excellence. Through their efforts, they have completed a detailed review of their mission, vision, and values and implemented robust leadership development policies and practices. By assessing their organization’s strengths and identifying areas for improvement, United Way of Northern Utah has demonstrated a willingness to embrace change and a commitment to organizational excellence. We commend United Way of Northern Utah for this significant achievement and look forward to their continued success!” - Jill Bennett, Chief Executive Officer, Utah Nonprofits Association

These are the requirements UWNU completed to achieve the UNA Leadership and Organizational Culture Credential Badge:

• Identify Organizational Culture Areas of Focus
• Review Organization's Mission, Vision, and Values
• Demonstrate Leadership Development Policies and Practices
• Document Examples of Core and Supportive Traits
• Complete a Sector Scan to Assess Organizational Environment 
• Complete a SWOT Analysis
• Document Examples of Organizational Change
• Incorporate DEI Concepts into Culture, Strategy, and/or Mission

“United Way of Northern Utah not only knows the importance of building awareness but has demonstrated excellence in how they share their story with their stakeholders, earning the UNA Credential Badge in Marketing and Communication. Congrats to United Way of Northern Utah for successfully reviewing your policies and practices and developing strong functional elements like editorial calendars, communication policies, and a detailed website review. This remarkable achievement demonstrates a commitment to building capacity and excellence and will serve you well as you champion your cause. Well done, United Way of Northern Utah!” - Jill Bennett, Chief Executive Officer, Utah Nonprofits Association

These are the requirements UWNU completed to achieve the UNA Marketing and Communication Credential Badge:

• Develop a Data-Driven Marketing Persona
• Create an Editorial Calendar
• Complete a Website Review
• Demonstrate Email Marketing Segmentation
• Create Video Marketing Content
• Develop a Social Media Policy and Post to Platforms
• Demonstrate Efficiency through Repurposed Content
• Demonstrate Diversity and Accessibility in Content Across Platforms

“By completing the rigorous requirements to earn the UNA Credential Badge in Volunteer Management, United Way of Northern Utah has demonstrated their dedication to empowering volunteers and their commitment to organizational excellence. From establishing professional ethics and a clear program philosophy to developing strong position descriptions, outreach strategies, and volunteer procedures, they have set a high standard for volunteer engagement. By investing in training and building solid resources, they have ensured a seamless experience for their volunteers and organization. Congratulations once again on this significant achievement!” - Jill Bennett, Chief Executive Officer, Utah Nonprofits Association

These are the requirements UWNU completed to achieve the UNA Volunteer Management Credential Badge:

• Establish Professional Ethics in Volunteer Administration and Volunteer Program Philosophy, Mission, and Vision
• Create Volunteer Involvement Framework
• Identify New Opportunities for Volunteer Engagement
• Develop a Detailed Volunteer Position Description
• Develop Targeted Outreach Strategy
• Document Volunteer Follow-Up Procedure, Volunteer Experience Plan, and Recognition Plan
• Identify Impacts and Outcome Measurement
• Develop Training and Action Plans for Staff
• Create a Volunteer Handbook

“Sincerest congratulations to United Way of Northern Utah for demonstrating a commitment to excellence and earning the UNA Credential Badge in Finance and Legal. By developing strong internal policies and procedures, a Code of Ethics, and ensuring financial controls through record-keeping practices and oversight, you have demonstrated your commitment to responsible financial management and to nonprofit excellence. By upholding the highest standards of governance and compliance, United Way of Northern Utah sets an example for our sector. Congratulations on a job well done!” - Jill Bennett, Chief Executive Officer, Utah Nonprofits Association

These are the requirements UWNU completed to achieve the UNA Finance and Legal Credential Badge:

• Review Articles of Incorporation, Bylaws, and Organizational Policies and Procedures
• Develop Internal Training on Policies and Procedures
• Document Record Keeping Strategy for Board Minutes
• Develop a Code of Ethics
• Document Financial Record-Keeping Practices
• Identify Financial Oversight Roles and Policies
• Establish Calendar of State and Federal Filings
• Document Financial Goals and Progress Measurement
• Provide Examples of Key Working Documents
• Document Internal Controls
• Document Internal Controls
• Document Process for Financial Report Verification

“Sincerest congratulations to United Way of Northern Utah for earning the UNA Credential Badge in Outcomes and Evaluation and demonstrating your commitment to excellence. By completing a comprehensive needs assessment and applying the principles of Continuous Quality Improvement, you have showcased a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities in the community you serve. United Way of Northern Utah has not only quantified their impact, but also developed a strong sustainability plan to codify their long-term vision and ensure sustainability of their work. Your commitment to transparency and evidence-based decision making set an example for the nonprofit sector. Congratulations on a job well done!” - Jill Bennett, Chief Executive Officer, Utah Nonprofits Association

These are the requirements UWNU completed to achieve the UNA Finance and Legal Credential Badge:

• Complete a Community Needs Assessment
• Demonstrate Application of the Principles of Continuous Quality Improvement, Including: Overall Objective, Primary Drivers, Secondary Drivers, Data Sources, Change Agents, and Quadrant Diagram to Demonstrate Alignment of Activities, Efforts, and Impact
• Develop a Sustainability Plan
• Provide a Graph or Dashboard to Demonstrate Data Use or Impact

“Prioritizing advocacy and civic engagement is no small feat for an organization. Congratulations to United Way of Northern Utah for earning the Credential Badge in Advocacy and Civic Engagement. Your commitment and dedication in creating an advocacy plan, documenting how you measure change, developing public narratives, and mapping your stakeholders and engagement strategies showcases your unwavering passion for making a real and positive impact. This achievement reflects United Way of Northern Utah’s strategic approach in influencing policies, fostering collaboration, and driving meaningful change. Congratulations once again on this well-deserved recognition!” - Jill Bennett, Chief Executive Officer, Utah Nonprofits Association

These are the requirements UWNU completed to achieve the UNA Advocacy and Civic Engagement Badge:

• Create a Data-Informed Advocacy Plan
• Document How Change Will Be Measured
• Develop Public Narratives and Identify Communication Channels
• Identify Stakeholders and Engagement Strategies
• Document Public Policy Priorities, Strategy, and Intended Outcomes
• Document All Reciprocal Partnership