Because every minute matters.
About Us
Our Mission
Rooted in faith and strengthened by community, Eighteen Collective is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization that comes alongside families experiencing pregnancy and infant loss to offer comfort, dignity, and meaningful support during their most difficult moments through partnerships with local hospitals in Central Illinois.
The Impact of Compassion
"Eighteen Collective creates such beautiful gifts for grieving mothers, and I know firsthand that they bring joy and comfort during times of devestation."
A Mother in our Community
"Delivering the basket mostly makes the families speechless...they feel so seen that someone cares for them and what they're going through."
Voices from the Bedside
"Our doctors are always amazed and touched that this is something we offer our patients."
Labor and Delivery Nurse
Our Approach
How we support the Community
1
Understanding Grief
We foster a compassionate and supportive community by listening to and understanding the evolving needs of families experiencing loss and striving to meet those needs with meaningful care and support.
2
Providing Resources
We deliver hope baskets filled with comforting items and resources to help families navigate their grief journey. Baskets are delivered to St. John's Hospital and Memorial Hospital - in Springfield, Illinois.
3
Ongoing Support
Through community engagement, partnerships, and financial support, we work to grow and sustain meaningful resources that provide comfort, dignity, and care to families when they need it most.
Join Our Community
Whether you are a family, healthcare partner, volunteer, or supporter, we're honored to connect with you.