Utah Nonprofits Association Inc

“In september 2024, the utah nonprofits association amended its bylaws to formalize procedures for board and committee actions taken outside of meetings. The updated language clarifies that actions may be approved without convening a meeting if written notice is provided to all voting members and the required number of approvals is received in writing, including via email. New provisions also allow directors or committee members to require by submitting a written request for an in-person meeting. Additionally, the bylaws now define quorum and voting requirements for committees, aligning committee governance procedures with those of the full board. These updates were made to strengthen transparency, consistency, and compliance with best practices.”

“Utah nonprofits association is a member-based organization which has nonprofit, business, and individual members.”

“The organization's form 990 was prepared by the organization's cpa in consultation with the organization's ceo. It was reviewed it detail by the organization's ceo and treasurer for accuracy and reasonability. A complete copy of the form 990 was provided to the organization's board of directors before it was filed.”

“The organization provides a copy of its conflict-of-interest policy to all officers and directors during onboarding. In addition, a copy is provided annually. All officers and directors are required to review the policy and sign a disclosure statement, which acknowledges an understanding of the policy and discloses any potential conflicts of interest they are aware of. All potential conflicts of interest are reviewed by the board of directors to determine the appropriate action to be taken to eliminate or mitigate risks posed by the conflict. The organization requires that officers and directors with conflict of interest be recused from the deliberation and voting related to a transaction or action in which they may have conflict.”

“The board of directors is responsible for establishing the ceo's rate of pay. All members of the board of directors were considered to be independent of the ceo during the year. The board of directors uses a statewide salary survey of nonprofit executives to establish data comparability for the ceo's compensation. The board of directors documents its deliberation and determination of the ceo's compensation contemporaneously in the board minutes.”

“The organization's governing documents, conflict of interest statement, and financial statements are available upon request and through the organization's website. The organization's form 990 for selected years is also available through guidestar.org.”

“Line 4a (continued) - member services these organizations in turn have increased efficiency, expanded services, and provided countless hours of direct support to communities in need. In the same spirit of community, una proudly extends membership to utah's businesses, government entities, funders, and individuals. At the close of 2022, una counted 511 nonprofit members, 45 business members, and 30 individual members. The organization's slate of membership benefits include group health insurance, curated resources, cost saving benefits, topical and timely training, technical help, a pooled retirement plan, and the state's most visited nonprofit job board. These benefits and services create and sustain the nonprofit community in utah.”

“Member services the utah nonprofits association (una) is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization dedicated to strengthening and uniting utahs nonprofit sector so that all communities across the state can thrive. We ensure that nonprofitslarge and small, urban and ruralhave the tools, training, and voice they need to build a more just, caring, and connected utah. Unas membership program is a cornerstone of this work, offering vital support to organizations of all sizes and cause areas. Members benefit from expert technical assistance, including specialized training and resources; community-building opportunities, such as forums, roundtables, and networking events; and exclusive benefits, including purchasing. In addition, members benefit from unas policy and advocacy efforts, which elevate the voice of the sector at both state and federal levels. Membership is also open to utahs businesses, government entities, funders, and individuals. By the end of 2024, una proudly served 525 nonprofit organizations, 54 businesses, and 36 individualsadvancing the strength of individual members while building collective impact statewide.”

“Credential and training utah nonprofits associations professional education and training program equips nonprofit professionals with the tools and knowledge needed to lead effectively and manage organizations with confidence. Central to this program is the nonprofit credential, a comprehensive professional development initiative offering intensive, outcomes-focused courses in key areas of nonprofit management. Topics include board governance, financial management, fundraising and development, human resources, advocacy and civic engagement, marketing and communications, volunteer management, outcomes and evaluation, and leadership and organizational culture. Each course includes expert instruction, practical tools, and a final assessment to ensure mastery. Nonprofits that invest in credential courses report stronger internal systems, clearer strategic direction, and improved staff capacity. In addition to its core credential courses, in addition to its core training programs, una offers special-topic trainings designed to meet immediate sector needs in response to urgent or evolving issues. These timely workshops and webinars cover areas such as nonprofit cybersecurity, crisis communications, grant writing, financial readiness, and compliance requirements. By building the skills of individuals, unas professional education and training program helps strengthen entire organizations, contributing to a more effective, efficient, and impactful nonprofit sector in utah. In 2024, una gathered 2,628 attendees at 58 different training and events.”

“Annual conference the una annual conference celebrates the largest gathering of nonprofit professionals in utah. Nonprofit staff, board members, and volunteers from across the state come together to reaffirm personal connections, forge new relationships, and leave with a deeper sense of purpose and belonging. The 2024 una annual conference, embrace + embolden, was held thursday, october 10 at the utah cultural celebration center and featured two nationally recognized keynote speakers, targeted breakout sessions, networking opportunities, leader awards, and a business expo hall. Embrace + embolden centered on getting deeper into our practices and connecting with the core values of belonging, dignity, and humanity. Our goal for the conference was to move beyond the notion of empowerment towards a vision of strengthening. The 2024 conference welcomed 452 attendees from over 125 utah nonprofits.”

“Other program services utah nonprofits associations advocacy and public policy program ensures that the voice of the nonprofit sector is heard and represented at all levels of government. Una monitors legislation, engages with policymakers, and mobilizes nonprofit leaders to act on issues that impact their missions and communities. By advocating for policies that strengthen the sector, protecting nonprofit interests, and promoting civic engagement, una plays a critical role in shaping a supportive environment for utahs nonprofits. In addition, una fosters collaboration across the sector by convening nonprofits for dialogue, partnership, and collective impact efforts. Through coalitions, working groups, and statewide initiatives, una helps build a more connected, informed, and united nonprofit community.”

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