ShelterKids Inc

11/03/2026

"It's really hard to give kids a reason to want to be there every day. That's where the donations from ShelterKids really help." 💛 Danielle Latta, SL County Youth Services

Your gifts give kids in our community something to look forward to. 🎄 Pick a tag from a Gifting Tree, buy the gifts on the wish list, and drop them off unwrapped.

Share this post and tag a business that should host a tree! 👇

ShelterKids.org

10/27/2026

Who does your gift actually reach? 💛

Meet the supervisor of the Family Peer Support Program at Salt Lake County Youth Services. His team of 10 peer support specialists works with families all over our community, including families affected by domestic violence, to make sure their basic needs are met.

ShelterKids helps fill in the gaps. During the holidays, that could be a turkey for Thanksgiving, Christmas gifts for a family, or extra help for a mom or dad who needs it.

Every tag on a Gifting Tree helps make that possible, and trees go up starting Nov 3, just one week away! 🎄

Host a tree at your business, church, office, or neighborhood 👉 shelterkids.org/hostagiftingtree (link in bio)

Tag someone who'd want to be part of this ⬇️

10/21/2026

Why host a Gifting Tree? 🎄 Putting a tree up in your business does two things: it brings in donations, and it spreads the word about what's happening for kids right here in Salt Lake County.

It's easy. We bring the tree, the tags, and the signage. You give us a little space. Your customers pick a tag, buy the gift, and drop it back off. Trees go up anytime from Nov 3 to Dec 23.

ShelterKids is all-volunteer, so 100% of every gift goes straight to kids. 💛

Sign up 👉 shelterkids.org/hostagiftingtree (link in bio)

Know a business that should have a tree this year? Tag them below! ⬇️

10/17/2026

Not a business? You can still bring the magic 🎄✨

Does your church, neighborhood, HOA, school group, or club want to support ShelterKids? Host a Gifting Tree or run a gift drive with us this season.

Wish list ideas include: Legos, art supplies, books & graphic novels, card and board games, teen pajamas, hats & gloves, earbuds, and toiletries.

Every gift goes to a child who needs to know their community sees them. 💛

Reach out or sign up 👉 shelterkids.org/hostagiftingtree (link in bio on Instagram)

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10/15/2026

There's more than one way to host a Gifting Tree 🎁

🛍️ For your customers: Put a tree in your lobby or storefront and invite clients to choose a tag and donate. It's a simple way to show your community what your business stands for.

🤝 For your team: Make it an in-house giving project. Teams pick tags together, shop together, and can even help deliver gifts to ShelterKids in South Salt Lake. Great for team building and building culture around giving back.

Either way, these gifts support kids this holiday season and all year long.

Learn more and sign up 👉 shelterkids.org/hostagiftingtree (link in bio on Instagram)

Tag a business or team that would love this! ⬇️

10/13/2026

Calling all local businesses! Host a Gifting Tree and help bring holiday joy to abused, neglected, and at-risk youth in our community. Visit www.shelterkids.org to get started.

Here’s how it works:
- We provide a tree with tags listing wish list items and essential needs
- Your customers and/or employees take a tag and purchase the items
- Unwrapped gifts are collected at your location and returned to ShelterKids before the holidays

Ready to host a tree? Visit www.shelterkids.org to get started or message us with questions: [email protected]

10/13/2026

🎄 Will YOUR business host a ShelterKids Gifting Tree this year?

Each tag on the tree is a real wish or need from a child in our community: a cozy hoodie, a book, art supplies, a favorite toy. Your customers pick a tag, grab the gift, and drop it back off. That's it.

We bring the tree, the tags, and the signage. You provide a little space and a point of contact. Trees go up anytime between Nov 3 and Dec 23.

ShelterKids is all-volunteer, so 100% of every gift goes straight to kids. 💛

Sign up here 👉 shelterkids.org/hostagiftingtree (link in bio on Instagram)

Know a business that would be perfect for this? Tag them in the comments! ⬇️

HELPING ABUSED, NEGLECTED, AT-RISK CHILDREN AND YOUTH. Are you interesting in hosting a Gifting Tree for our 2026 holiday season? Click here for more info Your support helps us show up for youth throughout the year. Our Amazon Wish List includes meaningful items like birthday gifts, graduation gifts...

08/22/2026

We’re looking for volunteers this holiday season! If you’re interested in getting involved, we’re hosting an information session on September 15th between 6-7 pm. Come learn more about us and how you can get be a part of our community! If you’re unable to attend but still want to chat about how you can get involved, dm us!

08/20/2026

Every child deserves to know that someone believes in them.

Sometimes, that belief looks like a warm meal, clean clothes, a safe place to stay, or a caring adult who simply listens. These moments may seem small, but they can make a lasting difference in the life of a young person facing crisis.

At ShelterKids, we are proud to support programs that provide comfort, stability, and opportunities for youth and families throughout Salt Lake County. None of this would be possible without the generosity of our community.

Thank you to everyone who donates, volunteers, and advocates for our mission. Your compassion helps create brighter futures, one young person at a time.

Together, we're building a community where every child has the foundation to flourish.

08/06/2026

As a new school year begins, many students are excited to reconnect with friends, meet new teachers, and start fresh.

For some youth in our community, back-to-school can bring uncertainty instead of excitement.

At ShelterKids, we are committed to supporting programs that help children and young adults experiencing abuse, neglect, homelessness, and family crisis find stability, safety, and hope. Whether it's providing essential items, supporting after-school programs, or helping create spaces where youth feel seen and valued, every act of generosity makes a difference.

As we head into this new school year, thank you to our donors, volunteers, and community partners who continue to invest in the future of Salt Lake County's youth. Together, we're helping young people build the foundation they need to thrive.

Learn more or get involved at ShelterKids.org.