Teen Center Resources
In 2023, the Utah Legislature allocated $15 for student resource centers that were awarded to 72 school Teen Center projects throughout the state.
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The Teen Center Alliance
The Teen Center Alliance aims to establish a dynamic network of representatives from resource centers across Utah. Through this Alliance, members will engage in resource-sharing, foster collaboration, develop best practices, and create a platform for discussing key issues and innovative ideas related to the operation and support of resource centers. By working together, the Alliance will strengthen individual centers, amplify collective impact, and advocate for the needs and well-being of Utah’s youth.
The Teen Center Toolkit
The Policy Project is committed to supporting the Utah’s student resource centers/Teen Centers. We are developing a toolkit with resources to help schools effectively communicate with students, staff, and parents about the services available through Teen Centers.
General Teen Center Resources
Teen Center One Pager: General information about Utah Teen Centers that can be shared with community members
Teen Center Map: Map of Teen Center locations (updated summer 2025)
Teen Center Directory: List of Teen Center schools with contact information
Teen Center FAQ: A list of frequently asked questions about Teen Centers
Teen Center Myths & Facts: Common misconceptions about Teen Centers with relevant factual information
Teen Center Support Needs: A list of commonly needed items for Teen Centers
Targeted Communication Resources
Student Communication: Tips and tools for communicating with students about Teen Center resources
School Faculty Communication: Tips and tools for communicating with school faculty and staff about Teen Center resources
Parent Communication: Tips and tools for communicating with parents about Teen Center resources
Community Partner/Donor Communication: Tips and tools for communicating with community partners and donors about Teen Centers
Lawmaker Communication: Tips and tools for communicating with Utah legislators about Teen Centers
Advocacy Training Resources
Teen Center Advocacy Slideshow: Training about the importance of legislative advocacy and engagement
Teen Center Advocacy Messaging: Key messaging and communication examples for Teen Centers
Teen Center Legislator List: List of Utah legislators who serve each Teen Center school (updated fall 2025)
Fundraising Resources
Grant Writing Resources: Best-practice resources complied through various sources that can help you throughout the grant-writing process
Sample LOI: This example is a starting place for a letter of intent to send to funders to indicate plans to apply for funding
Budget Worksheet Sample: This worksheet is an example from Grantstation of a budget for a grant proposal
Proposal Writing - Outline Sample: Proposal project outline example from Candid
Proposal Writing - Worksheet: Proposal project outline worksheet from Candid
Teen Center Potential Funding Opportunities: Spreadsheet with details of potential funding opportunities for Teen Centers
Partnership Opportunities
Partnership Resources: Information from Teen Center partners about their programs and resources
Sample Media
Teen Center Videos: Example videos created by Teen Centers about their services
Teen Center Student Presentations: Example presentations to share information about Teen Center Services
Resource Directory
Teen Center Resources: This is a listing of resources that can be used by Teen Center staff to support students and families
COMING SOON - Data Dashboard Reporting Project
Data Dashboard Setup Instructions: Guide explaining how to setup a simple data collection system that can be linked to Google Forms, Google Sheets, and Looker Studio (Updated version coming soon!)
Data Reporting Information: General information about the importance of collecting and reporting service data (Updated version coming soon!)
COMING SOON - LEA and Education Foundation Resources