OUR MISSION
To humanize homelessness
one story at a time
and to better our communities
by increasing knowledge,
empathy, and understanding
for our neighbors in need.
The Better Collective produces a quarterly publication that tells the life stories and experiences of those experiencing homelessness in Utah. We work closely with local non-profits, shelters, and organizations to serve and interview our neighbors in need and those willing to tell their stories. Our publication empowers the homeless by giving them a voice in our community and helps increase empathy and understanding for them throughout the community.
TBC also provides earned income opportunities to the homeless by paying them to prepare and package our publication for delivery. Please donate today to help support those in need!
About
FAQ
What is The Better Collective?
The Better Collective is a non-profit organization that produces a quarterly publication dedicated to telling the stories of our homeless and formerly homeless neighbors in the Ogden area. Our mission is to use these stories to humanize homelessness and to give those experiencing it a voice in our community. Our hope is that sharing these stories will lead to increased understanding of and empathy for the homeless in our community. We believe this is the first step in truly helping those in need on an individual level as well as combating the problem of homelessness large-scale.
Who Writes The Better Collective?
The Better Collective is a compilation of articles written by TBC staff as well as submissions from community members. We serve the homeless by giving them a voice and providing opportunities not available to them elsewhere. Our goal is to help aspiring writers or those who simply enjoy writing in the same way. We encourage any member of the community to submit their work to be considered for publication in TBC’s next issue. We especially encourage students and youth to submit their work. We publish writing on a variety of topics and submissions are not required to discuss homelessness.
How Can I Help The Homeless In My Community?
While the best way to help the homeless in our community is unique to each individual, everyone can start by showing kindness in their thoughts, words, and actions. The homeless in our community often face many mental, emotional, and physical challenges day to day. Judgment and ridicule from the public never uplifts emotionally and seldom inspires positive action. A smile, a wave, or any other kind gesture can change someone’s entire day for the better.
Donating to The Better Collective is also a great way to support the homeless. With as little as $2, you can provide earned income to those in need and help spread their stories throughout your community. Please consider donating today!
Why Does The Better Collective Print A Physical Publication?
While TBC does share our publications virtually, printing a physical publication every month allows us to provide earned income opportunities to the homeless in our community. Additionally, even in a digital age, we also believe that it is especially impactful to physically hold the image and life story of a real person who has experienced homelessness in our community.
How Is The Better Collective Distributed?
The Better Collective delivers all of our print publications ourselves directly to homes throughout Utah. We rely on volunteers to help deliver each month and aid in spreading the life stories of our homeless neighbors to their own neighborhoods.
What is The Better Collective’s Total Distribution?
The Better Collective delivers between 5,000-8,000 copies of our printed publication directly to homes throughout Northern Utah each month. We also share our publication virtually through our email newsletter, social media pages, etc.
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