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Summer is in full swing! Have you been anywhere on vacation yet? If you haven’t already, now might be the time to start planning your perfect summer vacation getaway. A great vacation can come in all sizes and shapes and many different locations. Some might prefer to take a trip to the other side of the country, others might prefer to explore a part of Utah that they’ve never seen before —or would like to see differently. Here are three fantastic locations represented by Resort Management Group to consider when planning your perfect summer retreat.

Bungalows Key Largo

When you picture a tropical vacation in the Florida Keys, you might be imagining something very similar to a stay at Bungalows Key Largo. Set right on the water, with many resort amenities directly overlooking the bay, the views at the resort are breathtaking and unforgettable. The resort’s exclusive, intimate feel among guests is also celebrated and enjoyed by many. To some, this is paradise.

Every once in a while, it can be nice to escape Utah’s mountainous terrains and head for a wildly different climate. That’s exactly what adult travelers headed to Bungalows Key Largo can expect. The all-inclusive resort, reserved only for adults, features idyllic luxury resort amenities that are exclusively for registered resort guests. No outside guests are permitted, creating a very private, intimate environment.

The accommodations at Bungalows Key Largo truly must be seen to be believed. Each room is its own stand-alone 900-square-foot bungalow with a spacious outdoor patio that includes a large soaking tub and outdoor shower. If that wasn’t enough, a couples massage in the waterfront tiki hut that overlooks the bay may make you think you’ve truly found paradise.

This summer, the welcoming staff at Bungalows Key Largo are especially excited to celebrate the 4th of July with an amazing firework show and live band performances scheduled for the occasion. However, all year round, the sunset cruise aboard the resort’s luxury catamaran, enjoying views in the Florida Keys is nothing short of  spectacular.

Direct flights from Salt Lake City to Miami, followed by a one hour drive to the resort, make it easy to find this tropical adventure.

99010 Overseas Hwy., Key Largo, Fla. | bungalowskeylargo.com, @bungalowskeylargo

Capitol Reef Resort

Located at the doorstep of Capitol Reef National Park, Capitol Reef Resort features many of the glamping accommodations that have taken social media by storm. Whether you choose to spread your nights in a covered wagon or a tepee, you’ll be doing so in style – and with a surprising amount of comfort.

Vacationers from around the world flock to the world-renowned Red Rock region of Utah to visit Capitol Reef National Park. Luckily for Salt Lakers, this member of the state’s Mighty 5 National Parks is no more than a four-hour drive away. Located just a mile away from the National Park, Capitol Reef Resort has a wide array of room types for every type of family and explorer looking for a memorable stay. You might prefer to try something different from a regular hotel room and take advantage of Capitol Reef Resort’s luxury glamping options such as standalone cabins, Conestoga wagons and tepees. Surely, we’ve all seen how much glamping has dominated Instagram lately.

If staying in luxury glamping accommodations isn’t enough to make your social media followers green with envy, participating in one of the unique activities offered by the resort will. Scenic horseback rides and Jeep safari excursions highlight the menu of activity options at Capitol Reef Resort but the staff recommends the llama hikes alongside Wilderness Ridge Trail as the ‘can’t-miss’ adventure.

Capitol Reef Resort currently has some great summer packages and deals available on its website. Future guests are encouraged to reserve early. Between taking in one
of Utah’s most cherished natural landscapes, glamping in a Conestoga wagon and going for a hike with a llama, a stay at Capitol Reef Resort is sure to be one of the most unique vacation choices around. 

2600 E. Highway 24 Torrey, UTAH 84775 |capitolreefresort.com | @capitolreefresort

Rustic Inn at Jackson Hole

While the aesthetics at the Rustic Inn at Jackson Hole may make you feel like you’ve entered a long-ago time and place, you actually haven’t gone that far at all. The resort is a five-hour drive from Salt Lake, putting it just far enough out of reach to feel like a real vacation, but close enough that you still feel the comforts of familiar territory. Saddle up, it’s worth the drive.

If the tropics aren’t your thing, you long for a simpler time and you’re feeling particularly Western, the Rustic Inn at Jackson Hole, set right in the heart of the valley might be the trip for you. The five-hour-long drive to the unique boutique resort is long enough to feel like a real vacation but close enough to make it easy for a weekend getaway. However, once you arrive, you may feel as if you traveled through time, back to the days of the Old West.

No matter the season there is always something exciting to do at Rustic Inn. Depending on the time of year you might enjoy a thrilling whitewater rafting experience, a race through the snow on a dog sled, or a horseback ride to channel your inner cowboy, just to name a few. The folks at the resort highly recommend a wildlife tour with Backcountry Safaris to observe the Wyoming wildlife in their natural habitat.

The name, Rustic Inn, may suggest a complete throwback to the Old West, however, modern luxuries such as the spa’s one-of-a-kind eucalyptus steam room and the enormous hot buffet breakfast each morning hardly feel like ‘roughing it.’ The wranglers that gave the area its rich history would likely be jealous of the guests enjoying the Rustic Inn Bar and Bistro’s locally sourced menu and extensive wine offerings from the cellar. 

475 N. Cache St., Jackson, WYoming | rusticinnatjh.com, @rusticinnjh

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Utah is among the fastest-growing states in America. Among the leading questions new arrivals seek to answer is ways to locate quality medical care, facilities, specialists and health-care professionals to address their medical and wellness needs. In this special advertising section, Salt Lake magazine invites our partners in the profession to share their expertise in a range of specialties and other health and wellness options.

Dr. P. Daniel Ward lives by “Inspiring Confidence” in his facial surgery practice and at Form Derm Spas, which is celebrating it’s seventh year.

While Dr. Ward has cultivated an impressive reputation as a surgeon, the mission of Form Derm Spa is to extend that surgical-quality service into the non-surgical realm, where Dr. Ward is considered one of the world’s experts. The Ward Institute team is committed to improving lives, both of their clients and their team members.

For customer relationships, quality looks like excellence in the craft, and integrity that shows in consultations. 

“If we do not think that we can provide a result, then we do not agree to perform the procedure,” says Dr. Ward. “The treatments that we perform are all medical grade and we believe the medical aesthetics industry is marred by businesses of incredible results with treatments that do not deliver. We are trying to change that practice. We believe we can do better!”

Dr. Ward also believes in building confidence and positivity in the lives of team members. “This commitment to team members translates into an amazing experience for our clients.” Each team member is required to spend 10% of their week on personal education, training, and professional development. The company is committed to developing the best in each team member, learning new techniques, improving time management, or even something as simple as incorporating meditation into their lives

For a self-improvement experience rooted in expertise and integrity, there is no higher quality experience than that which can be obtained with Ward Institute or Form Derm Spas.

“Our goal is to improve lives. We do that by helping people look and subsequently feel their very best” explains Dr. Ward. “Our most common procedures include rhinoplasty, face and eyelid rejuvenation, hair restoration, laser treatments for wrinkles and pigmentation, and more. I am proud that my team is considered a leading expert in procedures such as filler and Botox. It is fun to be the standard that others in the community and across the country look to for expertise and advice.”

HOW REGULATED ARE THESE TREATMENTS?

“Aesthetic treatments are not tightly regulated by the state. They are medical treatments, but they can be administered by a wide variety of personnel in the healthcare industry. They aren’t all physicians—even if they call themselves ‘doctors.’”

WHAT SHOULD I LOOK FOR WHEN SELECTING A SURGERY TEAM?

“First and foremost, make sure you like the surgeon and the team. You want to find providers who’ll help you achieve your goal and navigate any potential complications down the road. Second, when looking for a facial plastic surgeon, verify that the provider is board certified either in general plastic surgery or specifically in facial plastic surgery. There are no other board certifications in the plastics field. Finally, find a practice or med spa that frequently performs the treatments you are interested in. Keep in mind the phrase, ‘jack of all trades, master of none,’ You do not want to receive treatment from someone who isn’t well-practiced.”

WHAT ARE THE LATEST TRENDS IN SURGERY?

“Surgical procedures are making a comeback. While our non-surgical options are fantastic, many patients find that surgery gives a more impressive and long-lasting result, and non-surgical procedures can have a longer recovery time than surgical procedures. Many patients would rather go under the knife if it means a better result—especially if there is less recovery.”

The Ward Institute and Form Derm Spa

City Creek, 50 S. Main St. #130C, SLC
Cottonwood, 6322 S. 3000 East, Suite 170, SLC
Mountain View Village, 4531 West Partridge Hill Ln., Riverton

801-513-3223 

formdermspa.com, formrxskincare.com, wardmd.com

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Utah is among the fastest-growing states in America. Among the leading questions new arrivals seek to answer is ways to locate quality medical care, facilities, specialists and health-care professionals to address their medical and wellness needs. In this special advertising section, Salt Lake magazine invites our partners in the profession to share their expertise in a range of specialties and other health and wellness options.

Shriners Children’s Salt Lake City has delivered top-notch care to children with orthopedic conditions for nearly 100 years. The Top Docs there, including Marcella Woiczik, M.D. and Theresa Hennessey, M.D., treat more than 100 common to rarely seen childhood conditions, including talipes equinovarus—the medical term for clubfoot. The condition presents as a foot appearing twisted inward at the ankle, often detected during pregnancy or visibly obvious after birth. The good news? It’s entirely treatable and the world’s foremost leaders in treating this common condition are right here in Salt Lake City.

Q: What does clubfoot treatment look like? 

Marcella Woiczik, M.D.: “Early in my career, I learned the surgeries to correct clubfeet, which left many patients with stiff, painful feet. Our team later learned a new gold standard of care, taught by Dr. Ignacio Ponseti, utilizing non-operative, serial casting. Now, we care for thousands of clubfoot patients every year in the Intermountain West who gain full function without surgery.”

Theresa Hennessey, M.D.: “We have built a team of people in clubfoot clinic who are passionate about caring for these children and families. We feel privileged to do so!  The treatment consists of gentle manipulation, casting, a minor procedure, and bracing the feet.”

Q: How is this work meaningful for you?

MW: “I have the honor of getting to know families on a deeper level, and watching my patients grow up. I have patients I have known since they were born, nearly 15 years ago.”

TH: “I love watching the babies grow into small amazing humans, and that we can change a child’s function for their entire life. I also love the intricacies and art of casting and understanding the foot.” 

Q: What do you wish people better understood about a clubfoot diagnosis? 

TH: “Clubfoot is a curable condition. In the majority of cases, there will be no disability. The diagnosis can be anxiety provoking, but if we work together, the child will thrive.” 

MW: “Frequent care, attention, and support are necessary for the best outcomes. The more engaged the family is in the process, the better the children will do.”

Q: Tell us about the team at Shriners Children’s Salt Lake City: 

TH: “Our team of doctors, physician assistants, medical assistants, nurses, social workers and child life specialists support the child through the entire journey. We provide the logistical, medical and social support that each patient needs.”

MW: “We work together in such a way that our patients and families are able to be comfortable when they come for appointments, and kids are not afraid to see their doctor. Coming to our facility should feel like coming home, knowing you’ll be welcomed and taken care of by one of the very best teams in our healthcare community.”

Q: What sets Shriners apart? 

MW: “At Shriners Children’s, I felt an immediate connection. I have the opportunity to work with exceptionally skilled and dedicated colleagues and friends.” 

TH: “We provide care that no one else can due to the philanthropic support of the Shriners Children’s system. We are able to help every child that presents to our clinic without financial stress on the family. The gift of that cannot be overstated.” 

Shriners Children’s Salt Lake City

1275 E. Fairfax Road, SLC

801-536-3500

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Utah is among the fastest-growing states in America. Among the leading questions new arrivals seek to answer is ways to locate quality medical care, facilities, specialists and health-care professionals to address their medical and wellness needs. In this special advertising section, Salt Lake magazine invites our partners in the profession to share their expertise in a range of specialties and other health and wellness options.

Dr. Robert L. Masson, the founder of Masson Spine Institute of Orlando and Park City, is an internationally acclaimed neurosurgeon known for his talents in the fields of spinal surgery and sports spine medicine. Dr. Masson graduated with honors from the University of Florida, receiving a medical degree in biomedical engineering. He remained in Gainesville for a Neurological Surgery Residency, and completed his training in 1995, specializing in micro neurosurgery and minimally invasive spine surgery.

 Professional athletes and weekend warriors alike travel from all over the world for his focused expertise, and for a team to help them on their journey to recovery. Patients of the Masson Spine Institute are much like its employees: high-energy, high-function individuals who are simply looking to get back on their feet and back to their daily grind. Masson Spine Institute’s goal is to provide quality care, expert resources and outstanding support to patients in the face of spinal injuries.

 A lifelong adventurer, father, and spinal reconstruction patient himself, Dr. Masson is committed to exceptionality, both for his teams and his personal practice. Over nearly three decades in business, he has performed over 13,000 microsurgical procedures, trained over 1,000 surgeons worldwide and served as a pinnacle of education for both cervical arthroplasty and lumbar microsurgery.

 Dr. Masson’s contributions to the field of spinal surgery are also evident in his many efforts for innovation. Dr. Masson has pioneered several spinal surgery procedures and has over a dozen patents in his portfolio for implants and surgical technologies. He has developed with and educated the teams behind products from international companies such as Centinel Spine, Depuy Synthes Spine, a Johnson and Johnson Company, and more. He is also the founder and CEO of Expanded Existence, an augmented reality solutions company focused on creating a Surgical Metaverse to improve surgical performance, logistics and optimization worldwide.

 And just what is the Surgical Metaverse, you ask? It is the virtual space at the heart of Expanded Existence, where their mission is to combine mixed reality and machine learning to empower surgical teams to build better workflows and help them be better prepared for procedures. The company’s programs allow surgical technicians to use data visualization and A.I. to analyze and improve efficiency in the operating room, both in and outside of the sterile field.  

 With more than 27 years in business under his belt, Dr. Masson has had a tremendous influence on the field of spinal care, both in the lives of patients and in his many leadership roles. He was the founder of Florida’s first JCAHO Spine Center of Excellence, leader of his facilities in Orlando and Park City, and has served on countless advisory boards for everything from stem cell research to radiological software.

Masson Spine Institute of Orlando and Park City 

1820 Sidewinder Dr., Park City
2706 Rew Cir., Orlando   

435-649-3317

massonsi.com

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How Equality Utah is partnering with businesses to help create equality in the workplace

What Business Equality Leader program? 

Equality Utah’s Business Equality Leader certification builds on the tradition of The Utah Way; the aspirational model of bringing diverse groups together to advance historic legislation, like our 2015 non-discrimination law which balanced the priorities of both LGBTQ and faith communities. It’s also the same model that successfully advanced Utah’s 2019 hate crimes law, providing justice to communities across the spectrum of religion, race, sex and more. Utah prides itself in being one of the most conservative states in our nation with the most legal protections for minorities, including the LGBTQ community.

With many legal equality victories obtained, we now seek to build lived equality; to honor the lived and diverse experiences of people in the workplace. And we seek to help Utah businesses build greater intra-company harmony among workers with different backgrounds, cultures and worldviews. Our presentations are designed for people who may have limited exposure to LGBTQ+ but are curious to learn and understand more. Equality Utah also values viewpoint diversity. We want everyone to feel welcome in the conversation, regardless of personal backgrounds and beliefs. We all grow by engaging across our differences, with the goal of discovering what we all share in common.  

Why should your company become a certified Business Equality Leader?

We understand the unique demographic in our wonderful state; in other words, We speak Utahn. Our program creates an understanding of tough issues by focusing on shared values. This isn’t about politics; it’s about creating understanding so that our workplaces can be more productive and, ultimately, more profitable.  

Equality Utah’s education program is free from political or cultural biases. We respect people where they are. We use language that is easy to comprehend and we combine it with shared storytelling. There is nothing like hearing the true stories of people in our families and workplaces. These are crucial for truly understanding each other during times of political and social divides. As we build teams of mutual respect, we find new ways to enhance productivity and build upon your own company’s existing culture of inclusion. 

Equality Utah’s director, Troy Williams, puts it this way, “We all benefit when we sit down together, share stories and honor each other’s journey. Ultimately, we are all on the same team, seeking the same goals. By creating a greater sense of belonging for every team member, your company will be better poised to achieve its greatest success.” 

To find out more about the Equality Utah Business Leadership Program visit www.equalityutah.org/bizleaders.

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Welcome to bVital PC, the premier wellness, vitality and longevity center located in beautiful Park City, Utah. We are proud to offer not one, but two convenient locations for our valued clients during Sundance—our flagship location on 1755 Prospector Ave #100, and our location on 692 Main St. at the heart of Sundance.

At both of our locations, you’ll find the latest and greatest technologies for regeneration and life extension designed to help you live your best, most energetic life. One of our most popular treatments is our HBOT hyperbaric oxygen chamber, which uses pressurized oxygen to stimulate the body’s natural regeneration and healing processes. HBOT has been shown to reduce inflammation, improve sleep, boost the immune system, and may even help with weight loss.

But that’s not all we have to offer. Our ozone saunas are perfect for relaxing and detoxifying the body, while our EECP compression therapy sessions can help improve circulation and reduce soreness. And our team of skilled acupuncturists is trained in a variety of techniques to help you relax and rejuvenate.

But it’s not just about the treatments—it’s about the people. Our team of dedicated health professionals, including licensed Brain Frequency iTMS which is amazing for concussions, TBI’s, anxiety, depression, and addiction, are here to support you every step of the way. We’ll work with you to create a customized plan that fits your individual needs and health goals.

At our 692 Main St location, we’re excited to offer something extra special: a free NES health bioenergetic holographic voice scan. This cutting-edge technology uses your voice to create a holographic map of your body, providing valuable insights into your overall health and wellness. It’s a great way to get started on your journey towards vitality and longevity, and it’s our gift to you, absolutely free (a $197 value) when you visit us at our 692 Main St location from January 19^th to the 29^th.

At bVital PC, we believe in the power of community and connection. That’s why we also offer a variety of group classes like our “You of Youth” workshops, as well as a comfortable and welcoming lounge area where you can relax and connect with others who are on the same journey towards health, vitality and longevity.Don’t let another day go by feeling less than your best. Take the first step today towards a healthier, more energetic life by visiting us at bVitalPC.com today. We can’t wait to see you and be a part of your journey towards “Wellville”

For more information, please visit: http://bvitalpc.com/sundance/

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Jenn Kikel-Lynn has embedded philanthropy in nearly every facet of her life. She has been in the philanthropy space for over a decade, and before establishing her philanthropy-based real estate brokerage, K Real Estate, she worked as Executive Director for three different organizations and has a unique understanding of both the business and nonprofit sectors. Alongside her boutique real estate firm, also known as “The Give Back Brokerage,” where agents and home buyers have the opportunity to give back every time a home is sold, Kikel-Lynn also has two active nonprofits of her own. 

The FMK Foundation was created after losing both of her parents to suicide. The mission is to share their story and promote suicide awareness, as well as to raise money for mental health support via a variety of art-based fundraisers. The foundation also trains individuals in QPR emergency response, designed to prevent suicide by educating the public on ways to help people in mental health emergencies. 

“I personally went through the QPR program,” Kikel-Lynn says. “It helped me to understand my childhood trauma from losing both of my parents, as well as, understanding their own stories of why they ultimately took their own lives. This cause is very important to me.”

MAKING CONNECTIONS

Across all of her roles, Kikel-Lynn is connected to 70+ charitable organizations, and her goal is to use her balanced experience to provide resources to groups working to give back. 

One method of fulfilling that goal is her “Give Back and Connect” group on LinkedIn, where organizations worldwide can connect to advertise their events and programming. Kikel-Lynn also organizes monthly networking calls via zoom, and quarterly lunch-and-learns to benefit the group’s 8,000+ members. 

“Nonprofits often don’t have a way to advertise, network, and connect with potential partners because they are so limited in funding,” Kikel-Lynn says. “My goal is to take that burden off of their shoulders through offering free methods for advertising, meeting space, and opportunities to meet other like minded individuals.” 

GET INVOLVED

Anyone interested in giving back around the state is sure to find a worthy cause through Kikel-Lynn’s networks. If you are shopping the real estate market, complete two goals at once by using K Real Estate as your Broker. Kikel-Lynn encourages all who want to give back to connect with her if they aren’t sure where to begin. 

“There’s always going to be a cause that I’m personally attached to that I could direct volunteers to,” Kikel-Lynn says. “Reach out, and I can help you find a cause that resonates with you personally, and learn how to give back your way.”

K Real Estate, ‘The Give Back Brokerage’
jennkikellynn.com
801-641-1571 
IG @closingdealsinhighheels_utah

The FMK Foundation 
yellowforlife.org
801-641-1571
IG @yellow.4.life

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Mandi Schill’s pregnancy was healthy and uneventful, until she gave birth to her son and was diagnosed with preeclampsia, or high blood pressure during pregnancy. After receiving treatment, Mandi returned home to care for her newborn son and manage her blood pressure.

“I was diligent about taking my medication and checking my blood pressure day and night,” says Schill.

 One day, Mandi was preparing a bottle for her son when she suddenly felt as if she was going to faint. The feeling subsided but later that afternoon it returned and continued to magnify. She also became nauseous. Mandi’s sister Gina, who happens to be a nurse, called to check in with her and noticed something was wrong. She told Mandi to get to the Emergency Room (ER) immediately. Once in the ER, Mandi underwent testing that revealed she had suffered a stroke.

“I never expected the first night I spent away from my baby he would only be three weeks old, and that it was because I was in the hospital recovering from a stroke,” says Schill.

 For the next year, Mandi had 20 different visits to her obstetrician, neurologist and family physician to monitor her risks for another stroke, as well as other postpartum complications. Today, she follows a healthy diet, exercises regularly and continues to monitor her blood pressure.

Other mothers aren’t as lucky as Mandi. Pregnancy-related deaths have been on the rise in Utah for the last decade. In 2017, Utah experienced 17.3 deaths for every 100,000 live births in the state. Currently postpartum Medicaid coverage is only 60 days but according to the Utah Perinatal Maternal Mortality Review, 65% of Utah’s pregnancy-related deaths happen between 43 and 365 days after birth. Data collection also indicates that 92% of deaths were preventable. The American Heart Association believes all mothers deserve quality care and coverage before, during and after pregnancy. We must improve our systems of care to reduce these preventable deaths and protect families. Mandi agrees.

American Heart Association
yourethecure.org
IG @aHAUtah

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You’d be hard-pressed to find another healthcare system as mission-minded as Shriners Children’s. The 100-year-old organization has helped 1.5 million children worldwide with special healthcare needs, regardless of ability to pay or insurance status. At the Salt Lake City location, caregivers are leaders in orthopedics, treating everything from simple fractures to complex and rare orthopedic conditions. 

Shriners Children’s delivers a comprehensive range of treatments and services that help improve the quality of children’s lives and allow them to reach their full potential.

For example, a condition called arthrogryposis prevented Utah patient Claira from crawling, but the hospital’s Wheelchair, Seating & Mobility Department invented a baby wheelchair to help her move independently. Today, at age 2, she zooms full speed ahead in her toddler-sized power wheelchair. Claira’s mother, Shelby, reflects on her care: “You don’t have to walk to have a good quality of life. It makes my heart so happy to see her be able to play and get around.” 

The facility’s new Clinic Director, Natalie Raleigh MSN, RN, CCM, who has served the organization as Chief Nurse for the past two years, is poised and ready to help the organization grow. 

“I look forward to continuing to be a part of a team that provides the utmost exceptional care to our patients and their families for years to come. Shriners Children’s is a highly respected organization. I am committed to continuing this legacy as we work to enlarge our footprint here in Utah, reaching more kids in more places closer to home.” 

U.S. News & World Report ranked Shriners Children’s among its 2022-23 “Best Children’s Hospitals for Orthopedics,” and that goal is achieved through gifts of all kinds. Donations in any capacity help Shriners Children’s Salt Lake City deliver on its promise to provide “the Most Amazing Care Anywhere.” Every gift has an impact. Donations to the 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization are tax deductible. To give, visit lovetotherescue.org or, for more information, contact Director of Development Nathan Clark at 801-536-3567.

“Our charity policy is deep and generous,” Raleigh says. “We’re driven to make lives richer, easier and less complex for children and families in Utah and beyond.” 

Shriners Children’s Salt Lake City
lovetotherescue.org
801-536-3500  |  IG @shrinersslc 

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THE MISSION 

The Subaru Love Promise Program is alive and well at Mark Miller Subaru. The retailer has two locations in the valley, but their impact extends far further. Through an open application process, Mark Miller Subaru annually selects from Utah’s litany of charitable organizations to find a lucky number of partners to support through events, donations, marketing, and other support. 

Together, Mark Miller Subaru and these organizations form quality collaborations with the unified goal of bettering Utah’s communities. 

“The idea behind Love Promise is that Subaru is more than just a car company,” says Jeff Miller, CEO. “We are part of the community and have a responsibility to make it better.” 

LOCAL PARTNERSHIPS

Among some $3.2 million in donations since 2010, one of Mark Miller Subaru’s most fortunate partnerships is with Discovery Gateway Children’s Museum. As part of their shared quest for promoting education, Mark Miller Subaru installed an interactive auto shop exhibit within the museum to teach youth the promising career path that can be found in the field of auto technicians. In turn, the museum’s teams revamped the kid’s rooms at Mark Miller’s locations for Subaru’s first-ever “in-store” miniature museums. 

“Rather than throwing a bunch of toys in a room and calling it a play area, we now have curated educational experiences,” Miller says. “We call them ‘satellite museums.’” 

It is prudent projects like this that have gained Mark Miller Subaru recognition on a national level: they have been granted the Love Promise Customer & Community Commitment Award several times in recent years and were named the National Love Promise Retailer of the Year in 2018. 

HOW TO GET INVOLVED

When making your end-of-year vehicle purchases, consider making a difference by purchasing from Mark Miller as part of the Subaru Share the Love Event, during which Mark Miller Subaru and Subaru of America will donate $500 for every new Subaru purchased or leased. The customer gets to select from participating charities, dictating where their contributed donation is allocated. And of course, Mark Miller Subaru encourages donations to their two hometown charity partners this year, Discovery Gateway Children’s Museum and Volunteers of America, Utah, during the Subaru Share the Love Event. Both organizations will be at the stores every Saturday during the campaign to interact with customers and share their goals. 

“Ultimately, we participate in Subaru Love Promise because it’s the right thing to do,” says Miller. “We want to encourage other businesses to do the same, to show that you can be successful while also being a great community member.”

Mark Miller Subaru Love Promise Proudly Supports

• Street Dawg Crew of Utah
• Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Utah
• Discovery Gateway Children’s Museum
• Bicycle Collective
• Volunteers of America, Utah
• Continue Mission
• YWCA Utah

markmillersubaru.com
@mmsubaru

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