Thanksgiving Heroes—Helping Out Our Community
It’s the season of giving. The Advocates want to help our fellow community members any way we can these holidays—which is why we’re proud to partner with Thanksgiving Heroes. This organization is doing important work throughout Salt Lake City. In Utah alone, 316,930 people are struggling with hunger, including 93,050 children. While we can’t end […]
2nd Annual Advocates Pickleball Tournament
We are thrilled to announce our second-annual pickleball tournament. Last year’s event was so much fun and we learned a lot, so we are planning on this year’s being even better. How Will the Tournament Work? Pickleball is a tennis-like sport that has taken the US by storm over the last several years and has […]
Celebrating 20 Years of The Apple Tree Campaign
The Advocates are delighted to join The Road Home in celebrating the 20th year of The Apple Tree Campaign: a program providing homeless children with back-to-school supplies and, most importantly, the confidence they need to know their self-worth is not determined by where they live. Housing insecurity is a tragic reality which often makes children […]
Pedestrian Accidents in Utah Are on the Rise
So far this year, Utah has seen more auto-pedestrian accidents than any other year in recent memory, as reported by KSL News. In March alone, eleven people across the state were killed after being hit by a car. As the number of pedestrian accidents climbs, safety and prevention are more important than ever. The Utah […]
Hugs for the Holidays Donation Drive Benefitting The Road Home Shelter
At The Advocates, we are always looking for ways to positively impact our communities, and the holiday season offers the perfect opportunity to make a difference in the lives of those around us. We are excited to announce that we have partnered with BOB FM and The Road Home to host the Hugs for the […]
Ski Accidents in Utah
One of the best things about living in Utah is the abundance of outdoor winter sports available. With 21 ski resorts throughout the state, along with hundreds of miles of trails, Utah is the ideal location for snowboarding and all types of skiing. Unfortunately, ski and snowboard accidents have risen considerably over the last few […]
Is it Legal to Pass a Snowplow in Utah?
Every winter, the Utah Department of Transportation dispatches dozens of snowplows to keep driving conditions safe for motorists. Unfortunately, one of snowplow operators’ biggest struggles is being crowded or passed unsafely by passenger cars. This begs the question: is it legal to pass a snowplow in Utah? The shorter answer is yes. But to keep […]
What to Do After a Hit-and-Run in Utah
Any kind of car accident can be a traumatic experience, but a hit-and-run crash comes with an additional air of uncertainty. You may be unsure how you will recover physically, emotionally, and financially if the other motorist flees the scene. If you’ve been hit by a driver who left before you could obtain contact information, […]
What to Do With an Aggressive Dog That Bites
Dog bites can cause serious injuries, whether from a large breed dog like a Rottweiler or pit bull, or a small dog, such as a Jack Russell terrier or Chihuahua. Puncture wounds from dog bites can be painful and carry the risk of infection, meaning that every dog bite should be taken seriously. Just as […]
The Road Home Apple Tree Campaign
The Advocates are thrilled to partner with The Road Home resource centers to bring back The Apple Tree Campaign. We are honored to do our part to help those in need in Salt Lake City and its surrounding areas. What is The Road Home? The Road Home is a nonprofit social services agency that helps […]