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The DREAM CENTER FOUNDATION is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses primarily on funding initiatives in California, having paid out a total of $5.3 million in grants in 2024 to just three grantees. The foundation operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only engagement model and does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in collaborating with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
DREAM CENTER FOUNDATION PARTNERS WITH COMMUNITY CENTERED ORGANIZATIONS TO PROVIDE HOUSING, CLOTHING, FOOD, MEDICAL CARE, TRAINING AND EDUCATION TO THE CHRONICALLY UNDERSERVED INDIVIDUALS AND COMMUNITIES.
Cause Areas
2
Foundations
Human services
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share

DREAM CENTER FOUNDATION
$25M
70%

LOS ANGELES THE DREAM CENTER
$5.1M
14%
LORD'S GYM AT THE LA DREAM CENTER
$30K
< 1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to DREAM CENTER FOUNDATION?
No. DREAM CENTER FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does DREAM CENTER FOUNDATION give?
DREAM CENTER FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in California. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are DREAM CENTER FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from DREAM CENTER FOUNDATION fall in the $5 million to $10 million range. The median first-year grant is about $2.8 million. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does DREAM CENTER FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, DREAM CENTER FOUNDATION awarded about 1 grants, totaling nearly $5.3 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did DREAM CENTER FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, DREAM CENTER FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 3 grantees. Recent grantees include DREAM CENTER FOUNDATION, LOS ANGELES THE DREAM CENTER, and LORD'S GYM AT THE LA DREAM CENTER. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to DREAM CENTER FOUNDATION?
DREAM CENTER FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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