Dreams Come True of Jacksonville, Inc.

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Dreams Come True of Jacksonville, Inc. Since 1984, we've delivered 5,200+ dream experiences bringing hope to local families At Dreams Come True, dreams bring hope and the promise of tomorrow.

Dreams Come True of Jacksonville is the First Coast’s only local nonprofit dedicated to making dreams come true for children battling life-threatening medical conditions. Dreams Come True of Jacksonville is the First Coast’s only locally based nonprofit dedicated to fulfilling the dreams of children battling life-threatening medical conditions. Since 1984, Dreams Come True has made more than 4,000 dreams come true for children across the First Coast. Joy looks different for every dreamer—swimming with dolphins, going on shopping sprees, meeting celebrities, catching blue marlin, or even seeing the volcanoes in Hawaii. Every dream fulfilled brings hope, joy, and unforgettable memories to a child and their family. Through the work of Dreams Come True, dreams offer families a much-needed break from doctor visits, hospital stays, tests, and treatments. These moments bring laughter, joy, and true childhood experiences back to the forefront—creating memories that carry families through difficult times and leave smiles that last a lifetime.

Looking for ways to make an impact? 💙 There are several ways to support local Dreamers and help Dreams Come True make dr...
10/13/2026

Looking for ways to make an impact? 💙 There are several ways to support local Dreamers and help Dreams Come True make dreams a reality!

From donating candy and toys to supporting community initiatives that benefit DCT, your involvement helps make dreams possible for local children with life-threatening medical conditions.

✨ Ready to make an impact? Explore the opportunities featured in this post and find the best way for you to get involved!

Candy Drive: https://bit.ly/DCTHalloweenList
Holiday Toy Drive: https://bit.ly/DCT-ToyList
Beaches Town Center Fashion Show at Hotel Palms: https://bit.ly/2026-BTCFashionShow
Book a Massage with Lift It With Halie: https://bit.ly/DCT-LiftItWithHalie

Every contribution makes a difference. Thank you for being part of the Dreams Come True community!

A family vacation full of adventure! ☀️🌴Ly’Nasia dreamed of a family vacation full of adventure, and that’s exactly what...
10/08/2026

A family vacation full of adventure! ☀️🌴

Ly’Nasia dreamed of a family vacation full of adventure, and that’s exactly what she experienced in St. Pete Beach! From jet skiing and a relaxing spa day to a sunset boat ride and a day at Busch Gardens, this family made memories filled with fun, adventure, and plenty of time together.

A special thank you to Commercial Metals Company (CMC) Steel Florida - Inside CMC helping make this dream come true! 💙

A senior trip redo that was truly EPIC! 🎓✨ Colin’s senior year was much different than he anticipated. After spending we...
10/06/2026

A senior trip redo that was truly EPIC! 🎓✨

Colin’s senior year was much different than he anticipated. After spending weeks upon weeks in the hospital and missing out on senior activities, he knew exactly what he wanted for his dream—a senior trip redo!

And to EPIC Universe he went! 🎢✨ The adventure was capped off with light saber making and much-needed family time, creating the kind of senior memories he had been looking forward to making.

A special thank you to The Dale Foundation for helping make this dream come true! 💙

A dream filled with Disney magic and Simpson-sized excitement! 💛Nova couldn’t wait to explore all things Disney and meet...
10/03/2026

A dream filled with Disney magic and Simpson-sized excitement! 💛

Nova couldn’t wait to explore all things Disney and meet the Simpsons—and her dream delivered plenty of magical moments!

Her family shared that Nova “had the best time,” and when she got to experience Simpson Land at Universal, she screamed with pure joy. From meeting characters to connecting with the staff, every moment brought a smile to her face. For her family, this dream meant so much. It gave Nova the opportunity to simply be a kid, make special memories and experience the joy she loves so much. ✨

A special thank you to The Bolles School – Ponte Vedra Beach Campus for helping make this dream come true! 💙

🎃 October is full of opportunities to make an impact for Dreams Come True!Check out what’s happening throughout the comm...
10/01/2026

🎃 October is full of opportunities to make an impact for Dreams Come True!

Check out what’s happening throughout the community this month:

📅 DCT Candy Drive* | Now through Oct. 22
📅 Palencia Flight of Witches | Sunday, Oct. 11
📅 Beaches Town Center Fashion Show at Hotel Palms | Thursday, Oct. 22
📅 DCT Trunk or Treat for Dreamers | Saturday, Oct. 24
*🛍️ Shop our Amazon shopping list (https://bit.ly/DCTHalloweenList) to donate candy, snacks and toys to our Candy Drive!

Whether you’re attending a community event, making a donation or simply helping spread the word, thank you for making an impact for local Dreamers this October! 💙

09/29/2026

What an incredible day for our Dreamers! 💙

More than 2,300 participants came together for the 9th Annual Dreams Come True 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run presented by TOTE (TOTE Maritime), helping us raise more than $330,000 to make dreams come true for local children with life-threatening medical conditions.

The impact of this event reached far beyond race day:
🏃 2,300+ participants
💙 Nearly 100 Dreamers joined us
👟 Nearly 150 teams participated
🙌 200 volunteers helped make the day possible
📞 More than $11,000 raised through the Dreams Come True Phone Bank at WJXT4 The Local Station / News4JAX

Every mile, team, volunteer hour and donation helped make an impact for our Dreamers. Thank you to everyone who showed up and supported the 2026 Dreams Come True 5K! 💙

Our Dreamers had a special day with the Jacksonville Jaguars as part of Crucial Catch, a campaign focused on helping mor...
09/25/2026

Our Dreamers had a special day with the Jacksonville Jaguars as part of Crucial Catch, a campaign focused on helping more people catch cancer early and increasing access to lifesaving screenings! 🎗️

We’re so grateful to the Jaguars for celebrating our Dreamers, creating special memories and helping spread hope throughout our community. 🩵

Thank you, Jacksonville Jaguars, for making our Dreamers feel like part of the team!

🍽️ Eat Well. Do Good. Support Dreams Come True!We’re excited to be part of the 1905 Family of Restaurants’ 29th Annual C...
09/23/2026

🍽️ Eat Well. Do Good. Support Dreams Come True!

We’re excited to be part of the 1905 Family of Restaurants’ 29th Annual Community Harvest!

When you dine at Columbia Restaurant - St. Augustine, you can help support local children with life-threatening medical conditions. Simply select “Dreams Come True” on the ballot provided with your check, and 5% of your bill will be donated back to Dreams Come True. 💙

📍 Columbia Restaurant | St. Augustine
📅 Now through September 30

Enjoy a meal, make your selection and help make an impact for local Dreamers!

A dream built around something he loves! 🚙🔧We’re honored to share that Dreams Come True of Jacksonville was one of the o...
09/23/2026

A dream built around something he loves! 🚙🔧

We’re honored to share that Dreams Come True of Jacksonville was one of the organizations chosen to work with MrBeast (MrBeast) to help make dreams come true for 100 children across the country battling cancer.

Aaron was granted his dream of having everything he needed to work on his prized possession, his truck! From new car parts and tools to everything in between, this team truly thought of everything. 🛠️✨ Working on his 2004 GMC Sierra gives Aaron a way to spend time with his friends, enjoy a sense of freedom and take pride in something that means so much to him. We’re so excited to see where his passion for his truck takes him!

A special thank you to Beast Philanthropy (Beast Philanthropy) for helping make this dream come true! 💙

A dream built around something he loves! 🚙🔧 We’re honored to share that Dreams Come True of Jacksonville was one of the ...
09/22/2026

A dream built around something he loves! 🚙🔧

We’re honored to share that Dreams Come True of Jacksonville was one of the organizations chosen to work with MrBeast to help make dreams come true for 100 children across the country battling cancer.

Aaron was granted his dream of having everything he needed to work on his prized possession, his truck! From new car parts and tools to everything in between, this team truly thought of everything. 🛠️✨ Working on his 2004 GMC Sierra gives Aaron a way to spend time with his friends, enjoy a sense of freedom and take pride in something that means so much to him. We’re so excited to see where his passion for his truck takes him!

A special thank you to Beast Philanthropy for helping make this dream come true! 💙

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Jacksonville, FL

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Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4pm

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+19042963030

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