Uplift Community Alliance Endowed Scholarship

In Honor of Karen Schmitt Johnson

In the John and Marcia Price College of Engineering

Newly elected Mayor Cheri Jackson visited the Uplift Community Alliance program offices on Wednesday, January 28, where she met with Carrie Drown and Merilynn Kessi for an in-depth look at the heart of our mission in action.

If you're looking for unique or unusual items, be sure to watch for this monthly "Funky Finds" article highlighting some of the items we sell at Uplift Thrift. We can't guarantee the items shown each month will still be at our shop when you visit, but it's fun to see the great assortment of rare and unusual treasures to be found at our shop. Come visit us and take home a "funky" treasure of your own! 

We had the exciting opportunity to show off our new name and identity at this year’s Millcreek Arts Festival, held on August 16, 2025. As in years past, our tent was once again buzzing with energy, as we connected with festival goers, shared our mission, and felt the support of so many who believe in making a difference. Our tent was staffed with many of our dedicated volunteers throughout the day, who celebrated our rebrand and sold books, toys, shoes, clothing and other interesting finds from Uplift Thrift.

Uplift Community Alliance was recently recognized with a Community Legacy Award – Honorable Mention for Resources at the annual People Helping People Awards Luncheon and Ceremony, held August 7, 2025, at Salt Lake Community College.