Scholarship applications were reviewed and recommended by county sheriffs, with final selections made by the Utah Sheriffs Association Executive Committee. Recipients represent the following Utah counties: Beaver, Carbon, Davis, Garfield, Iron, Juab, Millard, Piute, Salt Lake, Tooele and Weber.

The scholarship program, established in 1986, is one component of the association’s broader commitment to providing high-quality training and professional development within the law enforcement community. Supporting education has long been a priority of the Utah Sheriffs Association, which views this initiative as an investment in the future of public safety across the state.

“Our association places a strong emphasis on continuous education and training,” said Kane County Sheriff Tracy Glover, president of the Utah Sheriffs Association. “These scholarships give driven, deserving individuals the opportunity to turn their passion into a profession, while also preparing the next generation of law enforcement leaders to serve with integrity and protect our communities with confidence.”

— Utah Sheriffs Association

Free Summer Meals and Snacks Program for Students Returns to Utah

The Utah State Board of Education’s Child Nutrition Program is pleased to announce that a wide range of locations across the state will be offering SUN Meals, which are free summer meals and snacks for students of all ages. These meals are available at no cost at schools, parks, and other popular neighborhood locations to help ensure that Utah students continue to receive nutritious food even when school is out.

The SUN Meals program is in addition to Utah SUN Bucks, which helps eligible families buy food during the summer months.

The list of participating sites on the Utah State Board of Education website (https://www.schools.utah.gov/cnp/_cnp_/resources/mediareleaseswaivers/20250515_Summer%20Sites%20for%20Media%20Release%202025.xlsx) is current as of May 13, 2025. Please note that site availability and details may change after this date.

— Utah State Board of Education

Red Cross of Utah partners with University of Utah to provide hands-on grant writing experience

The American Red Cross of Utah has teamed up with the University of Utah’s Department of Writing and Rhetoric Studies to provide students with experience in nonprofit grant writing. This unique partnership offers students the chance to develop critical skills while actively supporting the Red Cross mission.

Each semester, members of the Red Cross of Utah’s development team collaborate with Professor Pamela Balluck to bring real-world application to the classroom. Students in Dr. Balluck’s grant writing courses work on crafting authentic grant applications for the Red Cross, allowing them to bridge their academic knowledge with practical nonprofit work.

This semester, students from Dr. Balluck’s three classes focused on analyzing Red Cross community programs to tailor strong, effective grant proposals. Supported by Red Cross employees who serve as advisors and editors, the students receive hands-on guidance, data, and feedback to refine their work. More than 60 students participated in the program, gaining invaluable insights into professional grant writing.

“Grant writing is a unique and in-demand skill that many students don’t get to develop until they’re already in the workforce,” said Heidi Ruster, Chief Executive Officer of the American Red Cross Utah/Nevada Region. “This partnership allows students to walk away with tangible, portfolio-ready work that can help jumpstart their careers.”

— Red Cross of Utah