Community partners are essential in helping Utah Foster Care accomplish their mission. By partnering with us, you join a network of local leaders and organizations dedicated to supporting Utahโs children and families.
An essential partnership
Boss Bus
BOSS BUS
Belonging, Opportunity, Success, and Support
Due to generational cycles of addiction, abuse, and neglect youth experiencing foster care often lack positive role models. Nationally, only 69%โ85% of children in foster care comยญplete a high school diploยญma or GED comยญpared to 95% of young peoยญple overall (The Annie C. Casey Foundation, 2025). Last year Utah had more than 4,500 youth impacted by foster care in some way.
When you welcome vulnerable youth into your business, you provide opportunities to expand their vision, foster connections, and ignite passions and growth–paving the way for youth to become the BOSS of their life.
We are looking for organizations like yours to participate in our BOSS Bus initiative. This can include things like hosting a youth field trip, presenting career opportunities in your field, or hosting an event that brings youth together.
To be a BOSS organization, please contact Crystal Ashton at (801)245-0380 or crystal.ashton@utahfostercare.org
Fostering StoryTellers
Fostering StoryTellers Camp with Dr. Evan Brown
This summer, the Fostering Storytellers Campโled by Dr. Evan Brown of the Meet and Teach Programโoffered a unique opportunity for young people to learn the art of filmmaking. Over eight weeks, they learned how to operate cameras, set lighting, record sound, edit footage, and tell powerful stories.
Your donation can make a lasting impact on youth affected by foster care, providing them with the tools, confidence, and platform to share their stories.
The Fostering Storytellers Camp empowered these youth to see their voices as valuable. Dr. Brown taught them that their experiences matter and that they have important stories to tell. For many, this was their first chance to express themselves creatively and gain confidence in their abilities.
In addition to learning filmmaking techniques, the youth developed essential skills in storytelling and media productionโskills that can open doors for their futures. Their final videos, which premiered to a packed audience, were so impressive that they were invited to help film at Entrataโs annual Summit event, providing them with real-world, professional experience.
Beyond technical skills, the camp helped these youth feel seen and valued. They walked away from the program not only with new abilities but with a deep sense of pride in their work and newfound confidence in their potential. As one participant shared:
โIt felt amazing to be trusted with such high-end equipment and to see my ideas come to life.โ
By donating to the Fostering Storytellers Camp, you are helping provide future youth with similar transformative opportunities. Your support will fund equipment, training, and mentorship, ensuring that more young people can develop their skills, share their voices, and believe in their worth.
Dr. Evan Brownโs leadership has been a cornerstone of the programโs success, inspiring these youth with his enthusiasm, dedication, and belief in their abilities. With your help, we can continue to provide these opportunities for years to come, empowering youth to become storytellers, creators, and leaders.
Join us in making a lasting differenceโhelp foster the next generation of storytellers today.
Please contact Crystal Ashton (801) 245-0380 or crystal.ashton@utahfostercare.org
Frank's Experience
Wishing Well
Wish Granters Needed
Every child deserves the opportunity to experience the joys of childhood, but for many children in foster care, essential activities and items are out of reach due to financial limitations. Thatโs where the Wishing Well Program comes in. Operated by Utah Foster Care with the generous support of private donors, this program helps state-licensed foster parents cover the costs of extracurricular activities and necessary items that are not funded by the state.
Foster children often miss out on valuable experiences like music, dance, or karate lessons, team sports, or even school yearbooks and prom. These activities help children build confidence, make friends, and develop life skillsโexperiences that can have a lasting impact on their future.
Through the Wishing Well, foster parents can request up to $500 annually per child to cover these expenses, ensuring that kids in foster care donโt miss out on opportunities that are so crucial for their growth and well-being.
Whether itโs for contact lenses, team fees, or vacation expenses, the Wishing Well fills the gap left by state funding. Donations to this program directly support foster children in Utah, helping them enjoy the same experiences as their peers and fostering a sense of belonging and normalcy.
Your support can make a significant difference in a childโs life. By contributing to the Wishing Well Program, you give a child in foster care the chance to thrive, pursue their passions, and build a brighter future. Join us today in making these wishes come true for children who need it most.
Grant a Wish for a child in care
100% of Wishing Well funds are used for kids in care
Sponsor an Event
Our events play a vital role in raising awareness about foster care and the need for foster parents across Utah. By sponsoring an event, your organization helps amplify our message and directly support recruitment efforts that change lives.
If you’d like to sponsor a Utah Foster Care event, big or small, please contact Crystal Ashton at Crystal.Ashton@utahfostercare.org.
Host Kids’ Night Out
Once a month, foster parents can drop off their children for a fun, supervised evening. Volunteers play games, watch movies, lead crafts, and share a meal with the kids, giving foster parents a well-deserved break.
Include Foster Families in Company Events
Does your organization host events for employees or clients? Consider inviting foster families to participate. Including foster families helps build community, create meaningful connections, and provide families with memorable experiences of support and belonging.
To host an event, please contact Crystal Ashton (801) 245-0380 or crystal.ashton@utahfostercare.org
Corporate Volunteers
Bring your team together to make a meaningful impact for children in foster care. From collection drives to event support and custom volunteer projects, there are many ways your organization can get involved.
To share your ideas or brainstorm new ones, please contact our Volunteer Coordinator at volunteers@utahfostercare.org
Thank you to our Community Partners!
If you would like to become one of our community partners, please contact Crystal Ashton at crystal.ashton@utahfostercare.org.
