Get ready and get set because 1,000 Dreams Fund’s Junior Board is bringing back its annual virtual fundraiser, but this year, we’re switching things up with an exciting “Chase the Dream: An Amazing Race” theme — and we can’t wait! Join us on Thursday, November 12, for a high-energy night of trivia, friendly competition, and plenty
Big things happened at the Clinton Global Initiative (CGI) this week — and we’re pretty excited to tell you about one of them. On September 22, 1,000 Dreams Fund founder and CEO Christie Garton joined leaders from around the world in New York City for the CGI 2026 Annual Meeting, where she took the stage
Announced from the Leaders Stage, the three-year Commitment to Action will break down geographic barriers by connecting 300,000 young people worldwide with professional mentors and access to workplace pathways. NEW YORK — SEPT. 22, 2026 — 1,000 Dreams Fund (1DF), a national nonprofit dedicated to investing in the dreams of talented young women and students
Opportunity is what turns dreams into futures. That’s why, from September 14–18, 1,000 Dreams Fund is launching Closing the Dream Gap — a five-day fall fundraiser with a goal of raising $5,000 to expand access to education, mentorship, and career opportunities for young women and students in need so they can pursue their goals. And
Equipping the next generation of healthcare leaders is so important in today’s world — and it’s something we don’t take lightly at 1,000 Dreams Fund. There are so many students with big, bold dreams in this vertical and we’re honored to help fuel them. That’s one of the many reasons we’re thrilled to bring back
We recently stepped up the energy this summer with our 2nd Annual 1,000 Dreams Fund Zumbathon on Sunday, July 26 — and we had a blast! Even better? This free, high-energy event made all the right moves to support brighter futures. Ginger Girard, a dedicated member of 1,000 Dreams Fund’s Junior Board, returned for the
Back-to-school season is here — and it always feels like a time that’s buzzing with energy and potential. We especially love this time of year because it means we get to introduce our new class of very-deserving 1,000 Dreams Scholarship Fund recipients for 2026! As our flagship scholarship, this program helps support the dreams of
When we announced our inaugural Bold Futures Scholarship Powered by TIAA, we were already looking forward to the day when we’d be able to introduce you to the winners. That day has arrived! This program is designed to help talented students take the next step toward careers in high-growth, high-impact industries across business, technology, and
Each year, we select standout student leaders (and recent graduates!) from across the United States to join our Student Advisory Board (SAB). We are constantly inspired by this dynamic, mission-driven group, as they work with our team on everything from scholarship selection to fundraising and creative outreach initiatives, all with the goal of extending 1,000
This summer season, 1,000 Dreams Fund is celebrating ambition, confidence, and community with the launch of Dream Girl Summer (#DreamGirlSummer) – a fundraising campaign with an additional goal to inspire young women to invest in themselves, chase what’s next, and show up boldly for their dreams. To help power their biggest dreams, we are thrilled
