September - All Month Long

Dine For A Purpose

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 in September 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.

Dreamers and Siblings

Scholarship Application OPEN

Established in 2020, the Dreams Come True Moore Scholarship was created to help ease the financial burden of higher education for families navigating serious medical conditions.

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Sibling Application

Since 1984

5,000 Dreams and Growing

More than 5,000 local children and their families have experienced the hope and joy created through the power of a dream. Learn how you can give toward our mission.

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Get Involved, Make A Difference

Join our Volunteer Team

To be considered for volunteer activities and help our team in fulfilling its mission, register through our Galaxy Digital Volunteer Portal.

At Dreams Come True, magic happens daily.

Dreams come in all shapes and sizes; some children ask for a trip to Disney World, a cruise, or the opportunity to meet a celebrity. For others, the dream is seeing snow or snuggling with their puppy.

Whatever the dream may be, the momentary reprieve from doctor visits, tests, and medical treatments makes all the difference.

As the First Coast’s only locally-based organization dedicated to making dreams come true, we proudly say that we have never turned away an eligible dreamer and never will.

We can do this because of the generosity of our donors, business partners, program sponsors, and the support of our Board of Directors. We are not affiliated with any national wish-granting charity, and 100% of all donations go toward fulfilling dreams unless otherwise directed by the donor.

A male Dreamer posing with a male golfer on a golf course.

A girl smiling while looking at a puppy outside

A child with glasses smiling and wearing a costume inside.

5000+

Dreamers Served

A female Dreamer smiling with sitting on a swing.

550 + Children

currently dreaming on the First Coast.

A Dreamer posing with characters from Star Wars at Disney.

5,250 + Dreams

have been fulfilled since 1984.

A Dreamer smiling and pointing his fist towards the camera lens on the Jacksonville Jaguars football field.

100 Percent

of donations go directly to our Dreamers.

We Need Your Help!

We are reminded of the power of our community and the generosity that is making our mission possible. Your support has helped us in fulfilling 5,000 dreams, and together, we can do even more. We invite you to join us in building the future. Your gift, no matter the size, will ensure that we continue to deliver meaningful programs, empower individuals, and create lasting impact for years to come. Donate today and be a part of the legacy we’re creating together.

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Next Featured Event

Set Sail for Hope Gala

Jan 29

7:00 am

10:00 pm

Bentley of Jacksonville

Set Sail for Hope – An Evening of Dreams Gala

Every child deserves a voyage of a lifetime. Join us for Set Sail for Hope – An Evening of Dreams Gala — an unforgettable evening celebrating the power of dreams and the journeys they make possible.

Guests will be invited to set sail through four unique cruise destinations, each inspired by the incredible dreams made possible for local Dreamers. From the breathtaking beauty of Alaska to the magic of Disney, the relaxation of a tropical escape and the thrill of adventure, each experience will offer a glimpse into the joy, wonder, and memories created through a dream.

Attire: Cocktail

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Not your traditional gala.

Rather than a seated dinner, guests will explore immersive food stations, entertainment, interactive experiences, and meaningful moments that bring each destination to life—all while hearing from the dreamers and families whose lives are transformed through Dreams Come True.

Impact of Dreams Come True

Since 1984, Dreams Come True has been using the power of a dream to bring hope and joy to First Coast children battling life-threatening medical conditions. The power of Dreams Come True does not just stop at the dream, but also includes many special “Moments in Between”, created from the time a child is referred and throughout their medical journey.

Georgia L.

2025 Disney Dream

Age 7 Diagnosis – Congenital Heart Defect

“Our entire week felt like a nonstop celebration of all that Georgia has overcome in her lifetime! Truly an incredible experience and words could never be enough to describe how grateful we are for this incredible opportunity." – Family of Georgia L.

Jaxson G.

2025 Hawaii Dream

Age 17 Diagnosis – Cancer

“Everything was planned so perfectly. lt's an experience we all won't forget and are very grateful..” –The Family of Jaxson G.

Silas T.

2025 New York / Hamilton Dream

Age 18 Diagnosis – Neurological Condition

“Many thanks to Dreams Come True for providing this dream for Silas. He had a FABULOUS time, and so did our ENTIRE family! We enjoyed every activity they planned for us. The generosity of Dreams Come True is overwhelming." – Family of Silas T.

Arya P.

2024 Disney Cruise Dream

Age 10 Diagnosis – Cancer

"We are very grateful for the Dream! Arya was very excited and had so much fun meeting the Disney characters and even Daisy." - Family of Arya P.

Bringing Joy at the Holidays

Our 2025 Holiday Impact: 155 Dream Families visited our Toy Shop; 29 Local companies supported families through our Holiday Adoption; 42 Holiday Meals provided; 43 Toy Drive and more than 6,850 toys collected

Moments In Between

A Special Celebration at Ja-Ru Toys

The Ja-Ru team hosted a magical Dream Day at their office, where Dreamers designed superhero capes, made slime and dreamcatchers, paraded through the office, and ended the day with the ultimate toy shopping spree!

Without the support of our local community & businesses, none of this would be possible!