Blog - Dream

6/21/2023 10:07 AM

What children can learn at a farmers market

Bursting with vibrant colors, enticing scents and an abundance of fresh produce, farmers markets provide a hands-on opportunity for children to discover and explore various things....

5/8/2019 9:35 AM

Why English is so important for kids as they grow

English is the language of science, aviation, computers, diplomacy, and tourism. Being fluent in English increases your chances of getting a good job in a multinational company within your home country or for finding work abroad. It’s also the language of international communication, the media and the internet, so learning English is important fo...

5/1/2019 8:48 AM

Tutors are the answer to homework help

Just like the youth we serve, we know no two volunteers are the same—and that’s a great thing. We’re always looking for people with different backgrounds and upbringings to help mentor and lead youth towards making positive life choices....

5/1/2019 8:41 AM

Support National Foster Care Month

With more than 440,000 youth in foster care, there are plenty of ways to make a difference during this month. Here are ideas for how to support National Foster Care Month....

4/24/2019 10:28 AM

After school science experiments

After school programs, get ready to add a little flash, bang and boom to your after school lineup. Doing some simple science experiments at your home or in your classroom is the easiest way to teach kids to be problem solvers and critical thinkers. It will foster curiosity about the world around them too....

4/23/2019 9:12 AM

Donating to Charity Without Breaking the Bank

You want to make a difference, but aren’t sure where to start without money. Fortunately, we have ideas to help you donate to charity without breaking the bank....

4/17/2019 1:24 PM

Quality after school care

Students need more than a strong curriculum, good teachers, and time in the classroom to succeed. After school programs like DREAM have long known that they can embrace the hours between the time school closes and parents return from work to provide children, especially those who don’t have access to other activities, with exciting, engaging expe...

4/17/2019 8:39 AM

7 Green Ways to Embrace Earth Day

Turns out, even the smallest steps can have an impact. This Earth Day, consider your ecological footprint and enact these seven green ways to embrace today....

4/10/2019 8:24 AM

Helping youth and teens who are at risk

Because the definition of an “at-risk youth” is so broad, in some respects, all youth are at risk in one way or another. So, who fits the technical definition of “at-risk?” An at-risk youth is a child who is less likely to transition successfully into adulthood....