Day Dreams Foundation

08/29/2026

We’re so honored to be selected as this year’s COMO Business Times 20 Under 40 nonprofit partner 🫶🏻💙⭐️🧡🎉 By spreading the word & supporting our mission we’ll be able to help even more kiddos throughout Columbia!

🎉 We’re proud to introduce Day Dreams Foundation as this year’s 20 Under 40 nonprofit partner! 🌟​

Day Dreams Foundation helps eliminate financial barriers that prevent local children from participating in extracurricular activities. By providing scholarships for athletics, dance, music, theater, and more, they give Columbia kids the opportunity to build confidence, develop new skills, and pursue the activities they love.​

We’re honored to partner with an organization that believes every kid deserves the chance to dream big and be a star! 💫​

Learn more about their mission at https://ow.ly/Rupw50ZFifS.

08/27/2026

Learn a little Day Dreams Foundation history shared by Executive Director Adonica Coleman at last night’s community meet-and-greet hosted by Rockie Alden & Jocelyn Fisher Gates 🫶🏻💙⭐️🧡🎉 Shout out to our founder Joe Bradley for his amazing nonprofit dreams back in 2014!

08/27/2026

Tonight we’re sending a special THANK YOU to Rockie Alden for hosting a Day Dreams Foundation meet-and-greet at her house 🫶🏻💙⭐️🧡🎉 DDF board member Jocelyn Gates partnered with Rocky to share our mission with both new and long-time supporters from our amazing community. We’re so grateful for those who continue to open their homes so we can expand our footprint in COMO 💪🏻😎👣

08/17/2026

💛 Happy National Nonprofit Day!

Today we’re celebrating the incredible community behind Day Dreams Foundation our kids, families, volunteers, donors, partners, and everyone who believes every child deserves the chance to dream big. ✨

Thank you for helping us turn dreams into opportunities, one kid at a time. We couldn’t do it without YOU! 💛

08/17/2026

📚✏️ Back to School! ✏️📚

A new school year means new opportunities to learn, grow, and dream even bigger.

To all the students: Believe in yourself, stay curious, and never be afraid to ask questions. Every day is a chance to discover something new.

To our amazing teachers: Thank you for your dedication, patience, and the countless ways you inspire young minds. Your impact reaches far beyond the classroom.

To all the parents and caregivers: Thank you for your unwavering support and encouragement. Your love, guidance, and partnership help children thrive every step of the way.

Here’s to a year filled with growth, kindness, friendship, and success. Wishing everyone a safe, happy, and inspiring school year! 🍎📖✨

Dream big. Work hard. Be kind. You’ve got this! 💙⭐

08/07/2026

Meet Ademire✨

Ademire is 10 years old and loves Gymnastics. Her biggest role models are Simone Biles and, of course, her mom.
Ademire dreams of becoming a gymnastics coach when she grows up and believes that continuing on the team will help provide her with the necessary skills and education to one day achieve her goal.

Thanks to the Day Dreams Foundation, Ademire can continue doing what she loves while growing in confidence, discipline, and determination. 💙

Every child deserves the opportunity to dream big—and with your support, those dreams become possible.

08/05/2026

📚✏️ Back-to-school season is almost here!

Before the busy schedules begin, take time to make a few simple memories together. Whether it's dancing to your favorite song, making lemonade, playing outside, or creating a fun craft, it's the little moments that mean the most. 💙

Strong families help build confident kids—and those moments of connection can make all the difference as they head into a new school year.

Which activity are you checking off first? 🌞👇

08/03/2026

🍎22 DAYS AWAY✏️
As a new school year begins, remember that every day is a chance to learn something new, grow a little stronger, and become the best version of yourself.

Success isn’t about being perfect—it’s about showing up, working hard, and never giving up when things get challenging. Celebrate your progress, be kind to yourself and others, and don’t be afraid to dream big.

Wishing everyone a school year filled with confidence, curiosity, new friendships, and unforgettable memories. Here’s to learning, growing, and making this your best year yet! 💙📚✨

07/31/2026

We are incredibly honored to have been selected as one of just two nonprofit recipients at this year's CPAC Annual Dance Recital.

To everyone at CPAC, thank you for choosing Day Dreams Foundation to be part of such a meaningful event. Your generosity and the support of your dancers, families, and community help us continue making a difference for children and families throughout our area.

We loved celebrating alongside your talented performers and are so grateful to be part of a community that believes in giving back.

Thank you for dancing with purpose and helping dreams grow. 💜✨


@ CPAC - Columbia Performing Arts Centre

07/30/2026

⭐Some moments remind us just how powerful a community can be.⭐

A heartfelt THANK YOU to VU for their incredibly generous $50,000 gift to Day Dreams Foundation. Your belief in our mission allows us to dream bigger, reach farther, and continue creating opportunities that make a lasting impact in the lives of local children and families.

This investment is a commitment to doing good together. We are honored by your trust and can't wait to put these funds to work serving our community.

Thank you for believing in the work we do. 💙

Veterans United Foundation