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Volunteer With Under the Umbrella Bookstore & Unsheltered Utah

Posted on July 27, 2023   |   Updated on September 30, 2025
Terina Ria

Terina Ria

Looking to volunteer? Here are two opportunities to help out in our community.

Under the Umbrella Bookstore

Under the Umbrella is a one-person-owned queer bookstore and community hub that operates essentially like a co-op. They’re looking for volunteers for a number of positions including social media, events/outreach, and window display art. Meet new people, learn new skills, and help support this safe space for Salt Lake’s LGBTQ+.

Unsheltered Utah

Sign up to volunteer with Unsheltered Utah for their Street Outreach event on Monday, July 31 at 10 a.m. If you prefer to donate instead, you can drop-off donations before 8 p.m on Sunday.

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