Giving back to the communities where we live and work is a big part of Check City's commitment to our customers. We believe that since our communities give so much to us, the least we can do is to give back to our communities. Volunteers and financial support are given each year to a number of organizations we have chosen. If you have a tax exempt status of 501(c)(3) contact one of our store managers to see if we can help support your efforts to help your program. We believe that when people serve and give back they gain a greater appreciation for what they have, and a deeper knowledge of themselves and for the world around them.
Here are a few of the organizations we currently contribute volunteer service and financial means to:
Muscular Dystrophy Association of Las Vegas
Many people have heard of Muscular Dystrophy but are a little unsure about what it is. Muscular Dystrophy is a disease affecting your muscles and there are many different strains of the disease. Most people with Muscular Dystrophy have very little control and usage of their muscles and are left with the disease for life, because as a side effect, their muscles waste away. Most people with this disease are confined to wheel chairs and some of us may feel uncomfortable or unsure about how to talk to or approach them. They are just regular people, like you and me, and just want to be treated that way. If you would like to learn more about ways you could help this association in your area, visit the Muscular Dystrophy Association Volunteer Page and scroll all the way to the bottom. There are local and national events you can participate in.
United Cerebral Palsy of Utah
On the website for the foundation, they explain exactly why they donate so much time and resources to helping these people and we would like to say that we have developed the same philosophy. "Foundations for Independence (FFI) provides services to children and adults.
It is the belief of the Board of Directors and staff at FFI that individuals
have the right to develop emotionally, intellectually, physically, recreatively,
socially, and vocationally to their fullest potential. FFI serves individuals of
any age, race, color, national or ethnic origin, or developmental disability.
FFI has several programs in place to support these beliefs." Those with cerebral palsy have damage to the brain, usually occuring before birth and the aim of this foundation is to give back to those who deserve it. If you would like to donate your time or money visit The Foundations for Independence website and click on the donation link. Over 80% of the money donated goes straight to the programs and services for the disabled they help.
Police Athletic League of Salt Lake City (P.A.L.)
P.A.L. is an organization dedicated to the positive education and development of youth. They use althletic and recreational activities to (in their own words)
- create trust and understanding between police officers and youth
- provide mentoring opportunities for youth
- connect youth with strong and positive role models in the community
- encourage healthy decision making and self-esteem, and
- create and promote community partnerships and involvement
They have various events your youth can attend that will get them involved in the community and your local youth sponsors. Visit the
Salt Lake P.A.L. site for event and other information.
At many of our store locations we have canisters where you can throw in your loose change and it will go to the Foundations for Independence which helps support the Cerebral Palsy efforts that were previously mentioned, as well as a number of other diseases.
Check City also donates to Sub for Santa and we have our own Warm Hearts program in which we ask for used coats to be donated each winter in order to provide warm coats to those in need. CheckCity.com as well as this blog offers you a way to find out about our latest Community Service Projects and efforts. You may also contact us on the Questions portion of the website if you want to know how you can help.