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Founded
2013
Led by
Ben Allred
HQ in
Charlotte, NC

Effectiveness & Efficiency info

What is the impact?
95% of Dream Families report increased hope, joy, and emotional well-being of participants, and over 90% of caregivers and healthcare partners observe improved motivation and engagement in participants’ recovery, therapy, school, and daily life
Growth in last 3 years?
26% Growth in clients served
How is money spent?
$3,587,028 spent last fiscal year to serve 709 children, teens, and young adults with life-altering conditions
Is fundraising efficient?
26¢ spent to raise $1 from 3,419 donors

Leadership & Focus info

Team
14 staff + 460 volunteers + board of 8
Mission
To create life-changing sports dream experiences for children, teens, and young adults living with life-altering conditions, including those with mental health challenges and intellectual disabilities
Topic(s)
Disabilities, Other, Athletics
People Served
People with Disabilities, Youth, Children, College Students, Families
Location(s)
1 (view list)

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