HB347 also establishes the Utah Impact Partnership, allowing a coalition of private funders to participate in the decision-making process with the Utah Homelessness Council.

The philanthropic community and local governments will work to match the $15 million appropriated by the Legislature for homelessness this year, Miller said. The Utah Impact Partnership, which will be represented on the homeless council, will also place philanthropists in “coordination” with government, Miller said.

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he Utah Homelessness Council, supported by the Utah Office of Homeless Services, have partnered with The Utah Impact Partnership to better coordinate efforts and funding for homeless services throughout Utah.

The initial $2.5 million in philanthropic giving will match state and local funding to provide deeply affordable housing and detox services in Salt Lake County. The match is part of a $15 million appropriation that required matching funds approved by the Utah Legislature in 2021.

“The need for diverse and affordable housing options to address homelessness in Utah is vast. The Utah Impact Partnership support of this project will help increase deeply-affordable housing units in Salt Lake County, which was identified as a need by the Salt Lake Valley Coalition to End Homelessness,” said Wayne Niederhauser, State Homeless Coordinator." This project aligns with the state’s goals to make homelessness rare, brief, and nonrecurring.”

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To pay for this project, Volunteers of America gathered $7 million in funding from the state, the philanthropic group Utah Impact Partnership and other individual donations.

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We are thrilled to usher in a new era at the Utah Impact Partnership. Beginning August 1st, Michael Parker, renowned for his impactful tenure at Ivory Homes, will serve as our Executive Director and Lead Facilitator. Moreover, he assumes the role of President of the Utah Impact Alliance. With Michael's deep expertise in policy, political strategy, and community engagement, we look forward to strengthening our mission and expanding our reach. Dive in to learn more about our initiatives and how Michael's leadership will enhance our community impact.

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“Utah Impact Partnership’s achievement in reaching the $15 million goal for homeless services is a testament to the collective power of philanthropy and community partnership,” said Randy Shumway, treasurer of Utah Impact Partnership and co-chair of the Utah Homeless Council. “This success underlines the effectiveness of our coordinated funding model, proving that together, we can address the most pressing issues in Utah and create a substantial, positive impact. We are deeply committed to this journey, focusing our efforts on alleviating trauma, stopping lawlessness and ensuring our actions have the maximum impact on enhancing the well-being and prosperity of our communities.”