Connected Parents. Thriving Kids. Stronger Communities.
Todos sabemos que la educación y el aprendizaje de la lectura en la escuela son esenciales. Pero el aprendizaje y la alfabetización comienzan mucho antes, incluso en la infancia.
La capacidad de aprender se establece en la primera infancia primero a través de las relaciones con los padres y cuidadores. Esta capacidad se amplía a través de las oportunidades diarias que ofrecen los padres y cuidadores para desarrollar las habilidades de aprendizaje.
What Families are Facing
Raising kids today can be overwhelming. Many Utah County parents wonder:
- “Is my child developing on track?”
- “What can I do at home to support their learning?”
- “Where do I find help I can actually trust?”
With nearly 40% of Utah County under age 18, thousands of families are facing these same questions—and too many don’t know where to turn. That’s where we come in.
CÓMO PUEDES AYUDAR
United Way works alongside families of young children to offer free tools that build confidence, spark connection, and make parenting more joyful. Our work brings together trusted programs like Help Me Grow Utah, Welcome Baby, parenting education classes, book donations, and more.
We provide:
Free Developmental Screenings
Muchos hogares de bajos ingresos tienen pocos o ningún libro apropiado para su edad. Las investigaciones han demostrado que tener libros en casa aumenta el éxito académico de los niños, el desarrollo de su vocabulario y la consecución de futuros trabajos. Ayude a los niños a crear sus bibliotecas domésticas organizando una campaña de recogida de libros nuevos o donando fondos para libros.
One-on-One Parent Support
Get guidance from a trained Parent Support Specialist by text, call, or email.
Parenting Classes You Can Trust
Join Welcome Baby’s live sessions or watch recordings anytime to learn simple, research-backed strategies.
Book Donations & Literacy Support
Help your child build early literacy skills and a lifelong love of reading.
Family Learning Opportunities
Our community centers in American Fork, Provo, and Payson offer free classes, after-school programs, and summer learning fun.
The Sparkler App
Track milestones, get daily activities, and access tips for supporting your child’s growth—all from your phone. Download here.
Every Moment Matters
From bedtime stories to mealtime conversations, everyday moments help shape a child’s brain and future. Parents and caregivers are a child’s first and most important teacher—and they deserve support.
I didn’t know what milestones my baby should be hitting until Welcome Baby helped me understand what to look for. Now I feel more confident—and more connected.- utah county parent
Want to Help Local Kids Thrive?
Together, we can build a community where every child has a strong start—because when parents feel supported, kids grow up stronger.
Donate Books
Many low-income homes have few or no books. Host a drive or give to help kids build home libraries.
Volunteer
Become a reading tutor, help at our centers, or sort book donations.
Join a Parenting Class
Watch live or recorded lessons that turn everyday moments into powerful learning.
Let’s Grow Something Good- Together