DREAM Alive January Newsletter
As we kick off the new year, we’re reflecting on a powerful DREAM Christmas season while looking ahead to the impact still to come. From meaningful moments of service to generous partnerships that strengthened our scholars, we’re energized for what’s next.
Spotlight on Creativity: Meet Our DREAM Christmas T-Shirt Design Winner!
We kicked off the excitement of DREAM Christmas with a t-shirt design contest, inviting our talented 8th graders to unleash their creativity and capture the spirit of the season.
DREAM Alive Glick Foundation Grant
DREAM Alive is proud to announce we have received a generous $50,000 grant from Glick Philanthropies to increase programming and bring more scholars into DREAM Alive in 2026.
DREAM Alive December Newsletter
From festive budgeting workshops to joyful shopping and wrapping parties, this month is full of holiday magic. And as we look ahead, be sure to save the date for our 2nd Annual DREAM Maker’s Luncheon on February 25th—read on for more details!
Ascendium Grant
DREAM Alive is pleased to announce that it has been awarded a $100,000 Good Neighbor Grant from Ascendium Education Group.
This grant will help us continue to support our community by supporting over 200 youth in the Indianapolis region with mentorship, career, and learning opportunities within their schools.
DREAM Alive November Newsletter
Our scholars had an incredible month full of adventure and growth! They hit the road for our HBCU trip to Tennessee, discovered new career paths, and celebrated the Halloween season with festive activities. As we head into November, our scholars will gear up for the DREAM Christmas season — a time when our community shines brightest as volunteers and scholars spread holiday cheer to local families. Next up – DREAM Christmas season, where volunteers and scholars will come together to make the holidays unforgettable for local families.
Quarterly Update: 2025 First Quarter, Jan-March
DREAM Alive Quarterly Update 2025 First Quarter, Jan-March Scholar Spotlight Meet DJ Bunton, a dedicated staff civil engineer whose remarkable journey began in 7th grade with DREAM Alive’s Middle School program. Through personalized mentoring and one of our career site visits, DREAM Alive opened his eyes to the world