Utah Community Action Partnership A

“The organization's members include eligible entities directly receiving community service block grant funding under the omnibus budget reconciliation act of 1981, title vi in october 1993. In addition, nonprofit organizations, businesses, governmental units, and individuals may become members by paying annual dues to the organization.”

“The executive director (or designee) of each member community action program (eligible entities directly receiving community service block grant funding under the omnibus budget reconciliation act of 1981 title vi in october 1993)shall serve on the board of directors as an ex-officio voting member. The board may elect up to 6 additional board members.”

“The organizations form 990 was prepared by the organizations cpa in consultation with the organizations executive director. The form 990 was reviewed for accuracy and reasonability by the organizations executive director and treasurer. A complete copy of the form 990 was provided to the organizations board of directors before it was filed.”

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

“At the time or hire and on an annual basis following, a committee of the board of directors establishes executive directors compensation. The organization requires that no member of the committee have a conflict of interest related to the compensation arrangement. The committee uses salary surveys, publicly available 990s, and other information for similar positions and similar organizations within the region to establish a reasonable level of compensation based on the executive directors performance. The committee contemporaneously documents its discussions and decisions in committee minutes and in the annual budget and are communicated to the executive director via a formal letter.”

“The organizations governing documents, conflict of interest policy, and financial statements are available upon request to the organizations office. In addition, the organizations 990 for several prior years are available on the organizations website and through many publicly available services. The organizations reviewed financial statements are available through the organizations website. Articles of incorporation are available through the utah division of corporations.”

“Training & technical assistance the organization works in partnership with utah's state community services office, the region 8 performance and innovation consortium, and other national partners to provide training, support, and technical assistance on the community services block grant to the nine community action agencies in utah. In fy 2024, cap utah provided over 1,833 hours of training and technical assistance to its network and partners in the state. Cap utah reached 310 distinct individuals from 98 organizationd--a significant increase in its reach. Some important trainings occurred via the region viii conference supported by cap utah, csbg data bootcamps, results oriented management and accountability (roma) trainings (performance management seminars), scholarships to attend other national and state trainings, special training seminars, and in-person/virtual consultations. There were 1,078 total trainings and consultation interactions. Cap utah assisted each of the 9 community action agencies with needs assessments for their regions - identifying the causes and conditions of poverty and potential solutions for local areas. In follow up surveys, over 80% of t-ta participants have responded that trainings have helped them increase knowledge and skills needed to better perform their jobs. The agency also communicated trainings to the network through: -12 newsletters -84 all-network emails -11 website blogs -72 social media posts 5 americorps vista were supported in anti-poverty capacity-building projects. 1 vista engaged directly through digital access project and 4 additional vistas supported through the poverty conference from three other organizations. Cap utah supported a statewide affordable connectivity program (acp) outreach through 8/9 community action agencies in the network. This outreach helped families reduce their broadband cost burden and identify obstacles to securing fast, secure, and reliable broadband access. The program reached over 79,902 utahns are service locations, through media outreach, community events, and as part of wrap-around services at community action agencies. While the program ended early due to funds being depleted, cap utah along with other providers in the state, increased participation rates by over 10% - with it being as high as 40% in some rural communities. The organization supported the first paid employee at the utah diaper bank as part of the project. This employee has increased the reach and long-term capacity to ensure that diapers are distributed statewide past the dddrp project. Additionally, cap utah worked with four community action agencies and 1 additional diapers to pilot a diaper + wrap around services model. As of the end of fy24, the project has supported 2,106 unique families across utah, distributing 339,312 diapers, 141,512 wipes, and 4,273 pull-ups. Nearly half of participating households reported feeling stressed about affording basic needs and reducing spending on food, medication, and other needs to make it. This program has helped alleviate financial stress of parents. Community action agencies in this program have also connected families to other resources that address employment, education, and housing and have seen other positive changes as a result of the diaper + wrap around service model.”

“Advocacy & policy research the organization works to keep the struggles of those in poverty throughout the state in the mind of legislators when they are considering laws and budget changes that could affect this vulnerable population. This is done by educating lawmakers, keeping them current with poverty trends, and working with them to find solutions to reduce poverty in utah. The organization also apprises law makers, partners, and the public on the impacts of community action in utah and throughout the country. There are four major achievements in this area during fy24. First, cap utah hosted/co-hosted three poverty simulations across the state, helping over 136 utahns become more sensitized and understanding of those who experience poverty. Second, cap utah educated over 27 elected officials about needs that were identified in the assessments of community action agencies. Third, it produced statewide impact reports about how the community action network in utah responded to the pandemic; finally, it supported the formerly homeless board of utah - allowing those with a shared life experience to share their experiences with decision makers. This board was transitioned to the state homeless office at the end of fy24.”