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History
The work of Promise South Salt Lake began in 2008 in response to the murder of a young girl, Hser Ner Moo, in a housing complex that served a large resettlement of refugee families. This tragic event rallied the community to push for additional programs and services. Led by Mayor Cherie Wood and assisted through partnerships with the South Salt Lake Police Department, United Way of Salt Lake, Granite School District, and the city’s Recreation Department, they launched an afterschool program and community center, named after Hser Ner Moo. Promise South Salt Lake has now grown to become a holistic, community-wide initiative serving over 2,500 youth and their families each year.
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Youth in grades K-12 who attend school in South Salt Lake, including those who are home-schooled, may be eligible to attend. Programs at community schools can only serve youth who attend school at the given site or home-schooled youth who live within the boundaries of the school. Programs at community centers can serve all youth and their families who live, learn, work, play, and pray in South Salt Lake.
Each day includes snack and dinner services, homework help, enrichment activities, and clubs, including: prevention, art, dance, STEM, recreation, cooking, service learning, music, chess, photography, robotics, college & career prep, and more!
The programs are supported by staff trained in best practices, college mentors and volunteers, and programming partners.
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Youth entering grades 1-12 who will attend school in South Salt Lake during the new school year, 18 year old youth who finished high school this year, and youth who are home-schooled, may be eligible to attend. Camps at community schools can only serve youth who attend school at the given site or home-schooled youth who live within the boundaries of the school. Camps at community centers can serve all youth and their families who live, learn, work, play, and pray in South Salt Lake.
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Flexible, expert advice when you need it. Book hourly support across a range of topics—from planning to problem-solving. This focused consultation will help clarify your goals, map out next steps, and identify opportunities for growth.
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The South Salt Lake Youth City Council amplifies youth voices and connects them with opportunities to serve and lead — providing tools, experiences, and confidence to strengthen their community and make a difference now and in the future.
Youth in 9th - 12th grades who live in South Salt Lake are encouraged to apply.
Our Process
Plan with Purpose
Together, we outline a path forward that’s realistic, strategic, and tailored to your specific needs.
Collaborate Openly
You’re part of the process. We keep communication open and decisions shared—no black boxes or surprises.
Plan with Purpose
Every project is different. We stay flexible and responsive to make sure the process fits your flow—not the other way around.
Plan with Purpose
When we deliver, it’s not just a finished product—it’s a solution you can trust, backed by real care and effort.
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