1999 collective is a community of foster care alumni and allies. We work to ensure that Utahns who experienced foster care after age 13 are given resources, connected and supported through early adulthood and beyond. We contribute lived expertise to Utah’s foster care community.
youths supported in their transition to adulthood
Utah State money saved per year
Meals delivered
of young adults setting goals are achieving them with support
2024 National Youth in Transition Database (NYTD) &
National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Youth exiting foster care in Utah experience more challenging outcomes than their peers. More young adults exiting foster care in Utah experience homelessness, incarceration or early parenthood within four years of exiting the system than obtain post-secondary education, including a vocational license or certificate.
These outcomes challenge our youth’s ability to successfully transition into independent and healthy adulthood. They also cost our state millions of dollars.
If we can connect young people to underutilized resources, break down silos between providers, and provide solutions created by lived-experts to overcome the barriers experienced by lived-experts, we are well on our way to creating a healthier Utah for everyone.
At 1999 collective, we bring real-life experience and a deep understanding of foster care challenges to create pathways toward adulthood stability and healing.. Whether it’s accessing essential resources, advocating for systemic change, or learning critical life skills, we’re here to improve the transition to adulthood.
Join the general 1999 community to be informed about resources, events and opportunities as they come up.
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for additional support, we match you with a support person to provide consistent guidance for 3-12 months to navigate challenges and work toward goals
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Workshops designed by alumni, for alumni, that cover critical topics like financial literacy, housing, and career planning.
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Get Connected with our events! We host multiple events a year to encourage one another to get involved with their local community.
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Partnering with nonprofits, agencies, and community groups to amplify foster care alumni voices and drive meaningful change.
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When you have a need, we help you find the right resources to meet it. We provide personalized support to guide you through a specific task. We work together to create a plan with a clear goal. You lead the way and we provide the tools and guidance.
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We aim to maintain an organizational structure where power and decision-making is foremost held by those with lived experience in foster care, but not place the burden of work solely on those with lived experience. We encourage allies and partners to join together to collectively improve the well-being of our foster care alumni community.
Navigating life after foster care can be overwhelming, but you don’t have to do it alone. 1999 collective is a community created by and for foster care alumni and their allies. We’re here to connect you to resources, guide you through challenges, and help you thrive in early adulthood and beyond.
Looking for help? We’ve got you covered. Reach out to us here and we can get you connected to the right place.
Looking to give back or help out? Reach out to us here and you can donate on our platform to help those in need today.
1999 collective is built on the principle of shared power. Whether you’re an alumni or an ally, together, we’re rewriting the story of what’s possible for Utah’s foster care community. Join us.
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