Overview

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Est.

2012

Fiscal Year Start

Jul 1

Organization Type

Grantmaker

AI Summary

DREAM PARTNERSHIP is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on fostering relationships within the nonprofit sector. In the 2025 filing year, it awarded a total of $203.2K across 13 grantees. The organization does not accept unsolicited proposals and operates on an invitation-only basis, emphasizing engagement through established relationships. Nonprofits interested in funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

THE MISSION OF THE D.R.E.A.M. PARTNERSHIP IS TO DEVELOP SCHOLARSHIP AND POST-SECONDARY EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES, WHICH LEAD TO INDEPENDENT LIVING AND EMPLOYMENT FOR STUDENTS WITH INTELLECTUAL DISABILITIES IN PENNSYLVANIA.
Total Funding Given
$203.2K
2025
Grantees funded
13
Multi-year grantees
100%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants
7
Median 1st year grant
$50K
Median 2nd year grant
$33.6K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
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Lisa Ritchie
Board Member
L
Lynn Stickler
Board Member
M
Maria Mardula
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to DREAM PARTNERSHIP?
No. DREAM PARTNERSHIP does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does DREAM PARTNERSHIP give?
DREAM PARTNERSHIP primarily gives to organizations located in Pennsylvania. 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 PARTNERSHIP’s grants?
The largest share of grants from DREAM PARTNERSHIP fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $50 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does DREAM PARTNERSHIP make each year?
In 2025, DREAM PARTNERSHIP awarded about 7 grants, totaling nearly $203 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did DREAM PARTNERSHIP fund recently?
In 2025, DREAM PARTNERSHIP awarded grants to about 10 grantees. Recent grantees include THE PENNSYLVANIA STATE UNIVERSITY, SLIPPERY ROCK UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION INC, and Temple University - Of The Commonwealth System of Higher Education. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to DREAM PARTNERSHIP?
DREAM PARTNERSHIP does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.