School is officially back in session! At 1,000 Dreams Fund, we’re particularly fond of this time of year because it kickstarts another season of making dreams come true. The young women who we are funding with life-changing microgrants, inspiring through mentorship, and uplifting through hands-on learning opportunities are moving Full Dream Ahead — and we
This season, we’re reflecting on all that has been accomplished with your support. Our national nonprofit has been tirelessly dedicated to fueling the dreams of talented women in need in the U.S. and across the world for six years now. Through our micro-grants, experiential learning sessions, mentorship, and more, we’ve made a difference for thousands
We know a lot of holiday parties and fundraising events have been postponed this season, which makes us SO VERY grateful that our Streams for Dreams fundraisers are virtual by nature. And, our #StreamTheHalls winter edition, hosted on Dec. 7-11, was more merry and bright than even we could have dreamed! We entered into #StreamTheHalls
“A mentor is someone who allows you to see the hope inside yourself.” — Oprah Winfrey With the launch of 1,000 Dreams Fund’s inaugural MentorHERDay, we delivered hope — and plenty of good advice — to a group of 100 aspiring young girls at successful events in Washington, D.C., San Francisco, and Dallas. Our new national
I’m always excited about 1,000 Dreams Fund, especially when I read the stories of the inspiring young women we have funded so far. But here’s the truth: There’s no way I could be more thrilled than I am right now to announce the formation of a new and very special program: Paliwal Club of 100!
It’s beginning to look all kinds of festive up in here! The 1,000 Dreams Fund is getting into the spirit of the season and we’re excited to announce our first-ever Twitch holiday charity event, Stream the Halls — and you are cordially invited. From December 18 at 12 p.m. PST until December 19 at 12
Happy holidays from all of us at 1,000 Dreams Fund! As we celebrate a huge year of success, we want to give back to YOU! Our community of students, friends, and supporters have made everything we’ve accomplished possible. 1,000 Dreams Fund’s give-back is a huge thank-you to our fans. This month, we will be giving
“Empowerment” is a great buzzword. But here’s the truth: Without funding to back it up, it’s just a buzzword — a feel-good idea with no power behind it. 1,000 Dreams Fund doesn’t toss around words just to peak interest. We put that idea of empowerment into real action, providing the money and support girls need
By Christie Garton, Founder & CEO of the 1,000 Dreams Fund Mattel is already doing it — and their awesome new Barbie campaign got me thinking and reflecting on what the idea of “dream gap” means for women of all ages and backgrounds in our society today. It’s all about that huge, cavernous space between
At 1,000 Dreams Fund, one of the most rewarding things we get to do is empower young women to go for their goals. With that in mind, we are pleased to announce our 2018-2019 Student Advisory Board (SAB). This diverse group of outstanding young leaders comes from all walks of life, representing their peers in
