Supplies for Dreams is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization dedicated to enhancing the educational experience for Chicago Public Schools (CPS) students.
Many CPS students do not have the means to purchase the basic school supplies that they need to begin their educational journeys. We gather funds and in-kind donations to equip students with pencils, notebooks, binders and other grade-appropriate learning tools that parents might not otherwise be able to afford. The goal is not only to donate backpacks full of supplies, but to lay a strong foundation for each student’s educational future.
The Award-a-Field Trip (AAFT) program provides students with an exciting learning experience at world-renowned museums in Chicago. Students learn about new cultural and historical perspectives in an interactive and memorable way. The AAFT program aims to ensure that all students have the chance to be inspired by their world and the opportunities that it offers them.
The goal of the Dream Mentors program is to help each student reach his or her maximum potential by offering one-on-one mentoring. Mentors work week in, week out with students to improve their academic performance (through grades and test scores) and their attitudes toward their educational futures. The mentors also work to develop strong relationships with their mentees so they can provide holistic support for the students.
