DREAM IT FORWARDFOUNDATIONFree programs for youth ages 25 and under. Connected support for immediate needs, long-term goals and the space in between.
Free summer meals so school breaks do not mean a break from nourishment.
Dream Summer Food provides free, nutritious meals to children and youth during the summer months when school meals are unavailable. Meals are provided at community sites and are open to eligible children at no cost.
No registration or documentation is required for the meal service described by the program. Families can contact the team for current sites and schedules.
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Mentoring, tutoring and encouragement that help young people grow in school and life.
Dream Rise combines mentoring, academic assistance and emotional wellness resources. Mentoring is available to youth ages 8–25. Young people receive support that builds learning, confidence and healthy development.
Services may include tutoring, mentoring sessions and wellness skill building. Support meets young people where they are and grows with them over time.
Ask about Dream RiseEconomic mentoring for young women and aspiring social entrepreneurs.
Dream Global Mentoring helps young women build confidence, leadership and financial literacy as they explore career paths, entrepreneurship and community impact.
Participants receive culturally responsive support for purpose-driven projects and businesses. The program is especially supportive of young women navigating economic barriers or considering a social enterprise.
Become a mentorHoliday gifts that bring joy, dignity and relief to families and single mothers.
Dream Angel Project provides free holiday gifts to children from families experiencing financial hardship, with a special focus on supporting single mothers.
Families apply during the fall and are matched with age-appropriate gifts for their children. Applications generally open each year on or around October 1; contact the team for current availability.
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Rent-free communal housing for eligible young women ages 16–19. Coming early 2027.
Bloom offers a stable shared home while residents continue their education, prepare for a career and work toward independence. Residents receive mentorship, educational support, career-development opportunities and life-skills resources.
Applicants under 18 must be legally emancipated. Bloom supports independent living and does not provide clinical treatment, personal care or custodial supervision. Food, clothes and personal items may be residents’ responsibility.
Explore Bloom ResidenceCareer preparation and life skills for young women ages 18–25.
Thrive Pathways supports young women as they work toward independence and long-term stability. The program focuses on workforce readiness, career exploration, financial literacy and essential life skills.
It is especially supportive of young women facing economic challenges or transitioning into adulthood with limited resources. Confidence, self-sufficiency and informed decisions form the foundation for what comes next.
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