Resources for Furloughed Federal Employees in Utah During Govt. Shutdown
Jan 21, 2019, 1:06 PM | Updated: Jan 22, 2019, 10:34 am
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Utah Food Bank – South Salt Lake
3150 S 900 W, South Salt Lake, UT 84119 | (801) 978-2452
KSL TV, KSL Newsradio, FM100.3, and 103.5 The Arrow are teaming up with the Utah Food Bank to raise money to help furloughed federal employees throughout the shutdown. We will be hosting a telethon Tuesday, January 22, 2019 to help raise money for the Utah Food Bank.
DONATE by calling 801.575.HOPE until 7:00 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 22nd.
100% of the money we receive will be donated to the Utah Food Bank
The Utah Food Bank has 150 partners across the state. With every $1, they can provide $7.34 in goods and services. Here is a list of the food they currently need:
- Peanut Butter
- Mac & Cheese
- Canned Meats (tuna, chicken or beef)
- Chili
- SpaghettiOs/Ravioli
- Canned Fruits
- Other Boxed Meals
Here is a list of other companies that are offering FREE or DISCOUNTED goods and services for those impacted by the partial government shutdown.
Catholic Community Services – Ogden
2504 F Ave, Ogden, UT 84401 | (801) 394-5944
02-086-0002, Logan, UT 84321 | (435) 213-9067
MayMoes in Logan is offering free breakfast for furloughed federal employees every Saturday morning. The owner says he will continue to do this throughout the shutdown until he runs out of money or food.
Related: Furloughed Federal Employees Offered Free Breakfasts in Logan
Great Harvest Bread
–Taylorsville | 6357 S. Redwood Rd. | (801) 966-9699
–Holladay | 4655 S 2300 E | (801) 277-3277
–Downtown Ogden | 272 25th St | (801) 394-6800
–Lehi | 101 N 1200 E | (801) 515-0746
–Vineyard | 61 N Geneva Rd | (801) 823-6436
147 Broadway, Salt Lake City, UT 84101 | (801) 363-2739
They are offering 350 boxed lunches every Monday throughout lunch and dinner through the shutdown for TSA employees.
Uinta Brewing Company – Salt Lake City
Receive a 20 percent discount off of food only with government identification. This only includes food and no alcohol. They are also giving away a free 32oz unfilled growler while supplies last.
600 Sunnyside Ave S | (801) 584-1700
The zoo is offering FREE admission for federal employees and their immediate families. Just bring your government identification.
Same Day Heating and Air – Salt Lake City
145 2950 S | (801) 726-3329
They are waiving diagnostic fees, which are the fees to have them come out, and they are offering 20 percent discounts on all services and equipment.
They are offering payment deferrals to furloughed federal workers. Call their financial department at 1-877-315-0183.
They are offering complimentary tickets to some performances in the upcoming weeks for furloughed federal employees. Click the link for more information.
They are offering a 90-day interest-free loan to furloughed federal employees. Click the link for more information.
They are offering free admission to games for those affected by the government shutdown.
Perks Espresso & Smoothies – Cedar City
Info: 750 Main St. | (435) 572-4011
They are offering a free 16oz of house-brewed coffee, daily.
LW’s Truck Stop – Logan
000 W 200 N, Logan, UT 84321 | (435) 753-7461
Logan LW’s truck stop giving free lunches to furloughed federal employees
America First Credit Union
America First is offering a 30-day interest free loan up to one month’s pay ($4,000) for federal employees, after the 30 days it’s 4.99% on a 7-month term.
Weber County Animal Shelter – Weber County Residents
1373 Fairgrounds Dr, Ogden | (801) 399-8244
They are giving away free animal food to Weber County residents with government identification.
Discovery Gateway Children’s Museum – Salt Lake City
444 W 100 S | (801) 456-5437 x100
They are offering free admission to furloughed federal workers and their families. Regular business hours are: Monday – Thursday 10 a.m. until 6 p.m., Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. until 7 p.m. and Sundays from noon until 6 p.m.
*We are trying to keep these lists as up-to-date as possible, but these offers could change or alter. Please reach out to the companies for more information.
This is a developing list and we will continue to add resources as we find them. In the meantime, please donate to the Utah Food Bank by calling 801-575-HOPE.
Related: Government Shutdown Relief
Join KSL TV, KSL Newsradio, FM100.3, and 103.5 The Arrow to help Utah residents impacted by the government shutdown. Over 10,000 federal employees in Utah have been furloughed or asked to work without pay. We are inviting Utahns to make a difference by making a donation today to the Utah Food Bank. 100% of the donations we receive will go directly to the Utah Food Bank and into our community.
How can you help?
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- Visit any of the station websites to make a donation
- Encourage people to call 801.575.HOPE Tuesday, Jan. 22nd until 7:00 p.m. to make a donation
