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1,000 Dreams Fund Launches Bold Futures Scholarship Powered by TIAA

Talent is everywhere — but opportunity isn’t always available for all. That’s why we’re so excited to announce an exciting new partnership with TIAA and the launch of the Bold Futures Scholarship Powered by TIAA — a program designed to help talented students take the next step toward careers in business, technology, and financial services.

Decade of Dreams: Celebrating 10 Years of Impact

Ten years ago, one idea sparked something powerful: what if every dream had a chance?  What started as founder and CEO Christie Garton’s vision to remove barriers for women has grown into a movement — fueling ambition, unlocking opportunities, and changing lives. This is where it all began. And we’re just getting started!  In April,

1,000 Dreams Fund Founder Christie Garton Named to Inc. Female Founders 500 for 2026!

We are so excited to share that Christie Garton, our founder and CEO of 1,000 Dreams Fund (1DF), has been named to the Inc. Female Founders 500 list for 2026! Each year, Inc. recognizes women founders across the United States who are building influential companies and organizations. This year marks the first time the list

Making History: 1,000 Dreams Fund Founder Christie Garton Named to the 2025 Entreprenista 100

We are thrilled to share that Christie Garton, founder and CEO of 1,000 Dreams Fund (1DF), has been named a 2025 Entreprenista 100 Award Winner. Nearly ten years in, this recognition reflects a movement in motion — one that continues to make history by turning dreams into real, measurable impact. Presented by Entreprenista, this recognition

Celebrate Women’s History Month 2026 with 1,000 Dreams Fund

Every March, we collectively honor women who have made history and those who are making history. At 1,000 Dreams Fund, we also celebrate and uplift the women who are the next generation of history makers and game changers.  This month is more than just reflection, though — it’s a call to action. It’s a reminder

1,000 Dreams Fund’s BroadcastHER Academy Fellowship is Back!

The future of gaming is bold, bright, and innovative. We are so here for it — AND for the fems who are carving out a game-changing future in this space. With that, today, we’re thrilled to announce that the BroadcastHER Academy Fellowship for Women & Fems in Esports & Gaming is back – and we’re

As the Workforce Continues to Shift, 1,000 Dreams Fund and Twitch Women’s Guild Place Their Bet on Community-Driven Programming

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE As the Workforce Continues to Shift, 1,000 Dreams Fund and Twitch Women’s Guild Place Their Bet on Community-Driven Programming In its third year, the Streams for Dreams fundraiser hosted by 1DF and Twitch Women’s Guild returns at a moment when community-led support for women matters more than ever WASHINGTON — Feb. 23,

Join 1,000 Dreams Fund’s 2026 Women’s Month History Charity Fundraiser with Twitch Women’s Guild

1,000 Dreams Fund is thrilled to team up with the Twitch Women’s Guild on our Streams For Dreams charity fundraiser — our annual, month-long fundraising campaign in celebration of Women’s History Month 2026. Throughout March, creators and supporters across Twitch will come together to uplift women and fems in content creation, culminating in a special

1,000 Dreams Fund and Riot Games Welcome Two New Cadets for 2026

We’re so excited to introduce you to our two new cadets for our 1,000 Dreams Fund Broadcasting Cadetship in partnership with Riot Games’ Remote Broadcast Center (RBC), powered by AWS, in Seattle, Washington. This program is truly such a unique opportunity that helps early career professionals in esports production. The three-month paid cadetship offers a

1,000 Dreams Fund Announces the 2025 Paliwal Club of 100 S.T.E.A.M. and Music Scholarship Winners!

Welcome to the Paliwal Club of 100 Class of 2025 Scholars There’s no better way to kick off the New Year than by introducing you to our Paliwal Club of 100 S.T.E.A.M. and Music Scholars Class of 2025! The Paliwal Club of 100, which was launched in partnership with the Ila and Dinesh Paliwal Foundation,