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Dream Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization headquartered in Santa Barbara, California. The organization grants what are described as "Dreams" for terminally-ill adults.[1] Founded in 1994, Dream Foundation has granted over 25,000 dreams.[2] Dream Foundation serves families in need throughout the United States.[3]
History
[edit]In 1993, Thomas Rollerson was looking for a wish-granting organization for adults but discovered there were only ones for children. After the death of his partner Timothy Scott Palmer, a year later, he created Dream Foundation.[4]
Process and Eligibility
[edit]Dream recipients live in the United States, are 18 and older, diagnosed with a life limiting illness with a life expectancy of 12 months or less, and lack the resources to fulfill the Dream themselves.[5]
There are three different applications, one for those receiving hospice services, one for those under a doctor's care, and one specifically for veterans.[6]
Programs
[edit]Dreams for Veterans
[edit]Besides the general dream program, Dream Foundation has a program tailored to veterans and their families. It launched Washington, D.C. in 2015.
Governance
[edit]Kisa Heyer currently serves as Dream Foundation’s chief executive officer and Kenneth P. Slaught serves as board chair.[4]
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- ^ "Surreal Sensations Dream Foundation 15th Dreamland Gala | FBWorld.com". Retrieved 2017-03-24.
- ^ "Our People » Dream Foundation". www.dreamfoundation.org. Retrieved 2017-03-24.
- ^ a b "The Dalmatian Dreams Foundation dba Dream Foundation - GuideStar Profile". www2.guidestar.org. Retrieved 2017-03-24.
- ^ "Business Briefs: Amedisys To Grant Wishes Of Terminally Ill Patients". Home Health Care News. 2016-12-12. Retrieved 2017-03-24.
- ^ "How To Apply » Dream Foundation". www.dreamfoundation.org. Retrieved 2017-03-24.