Nonprofit Collaboration of the Year Finalist
SaintA
8901 W. Capitol Drive, Milwaukee
Empowerment is sometimes the difference-maker for individuals in need. Milwaukee-based SaintA recognized this fact when creating its GRiD MKE app for families and, specifically, youth aging out of the foster care system. The goal was to help youth and young adults find the resources they need for housing, income, health and education so they can transition into adulthood successfully.
Each year, 200 young people age out of foster care in the Milwaukee area. Without resources and support from services like GRiD MKE, they are at high risk for joblessness, homelessness, poverty and crime.
The app allows youth to learn about services, use the map to get directions to helpful organizations, and even make free Wi-Fi calls.
SaintA received a technology grant from the Tellier Foundation for the project. In collaboration with other local organizations, SaintA released the app in 2017 with resource provider information.
