Our mission is to empower young people of all abilities through dynamic leadership programs and life-changing activities that inspire them to fearlessly pursue their dreams and compassionately change the world.

Dreams for Kids is a volunteer based, registered non-profit 501(c)(3) children's charity which empowers young people of all abilities through dynamic leadership programs and life-changing activities that inspire them to fearlessly pursue their dreams and compassionately change the world.
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    Dreams for Kids Press Releases and Media Articles

    The following press releases and media stories feature Dreams for Kids participants and/or events!

    Call from Iraq Kiss of a Dolphin is being used to inspire wounded soldiers in Iraq and Afghanistan . . .

    Embrace Race - NBC Slideshow A slideshow of pictures of the Embrace Race from NBC . . .

    Hugs to Benefit Dreams for Kids @ ABC-of-Rock Climbing Embrace Race at ABC-of-Rock Climbing . . .

    Duo 'hugs it out' for world record - Daily Southtown An article in the Daily Southtown about the Embrace Race . . .

    Pro Socer Players Attempt to Break Guinness World Record for Number of Hugs to Benefit Dreams for Kids - Zhong Hua Rising - China The Embrace Race makes it all the way to China . . .

    Embrace Race - Good News Now Blog - May 31st Embrace Race in the Good News Blog . . .

    Embrace Race - Hugtastic - Chicagoist An article in the Chicagoist about the Embrace Race. Scroll down to view the blog . . .

    Hug it Out - NBC Street Team Blog A NBC Street Team blog commenting on the Embrace Race . . .

    Dean Ruddy in England - BigSoccer - Embrace Race A few threads about Dean Ruddy, a professional soccer player, and a link to an article about the Embrace Race . . .

    Mount Prospect Times: Hug Story - Embrace Race An article about the Embrace Race in the Mount Prospect Times . . .

    ABC 7 News Chicago Organization fulfills children's dreams . . .

    Duo Tries To Break World Record For Hugs - Video
    http://www.motionbox.com/video/player/7493d5b81b1bf0?iid=shothpub#1 . . . DFK Children Charity
    Embrace Race Slideshow
    http://www.nbc5.com/slideshow/news/13428139/detail.html?qs=;s=32;dm=ss;w=400&taf=chi . . . DFK Children Charity
    Overflowing Gratitude: Best You Can Be Foundation
    Overflowing Gratitude and Holiday Wish In this season of miracles, there is so much to be thankful for. One of my greatest gifts is having each of in my life. Regardless of what you or yo . . . DFK Children Charity
    'The greatest gift that we give'
    Bill Bird
    Naperville Sun article on the success of Dreams for Kids' Holiday for Hope event this year. . . . DFK Children Charity
    Dreams for Kids Holiday for Hope Fundraiser
    Margaret Littman
    10 things to do this weekend HOB NOB. Lauren Conrad, right, of MTV's "The Hills" hosts the DREAMS FOR KIDS HOLIDAY FOR HOPE FUNDRAISER at Crobar. The red-carpet event is part of the nightc . . . DFK Children Charity
    A Mother's Influence - Woman Chicago Magazine
    Tom Tuohy
    On December 24, 1989, I honored a commitment to my mother which continues today. On that day, in a small homeless shelter for mothers and their children called Clara's House, the organization Dreams for Kids began its work. . . . DFK Children Charity
    What One Thing Can Change the World?
    Debbie Milam
    Debbie Milam -- Spiritual Parenting Weston, FL bc-10/30/07-parenting-milam What One Thing Can Change the World? Commentary: Spiritual Parenting Can one person change the world? If you have . . . DFK Children Charity
    World's Biggest Blog Party
    Seeking 1000 Bloggers to Connect the Globe for Good (Knoxville, TN) October 3, 2007 -- The World's Biggest Blog Party founder, Tim Richardson announces new philanthropies to benefit fro . . . DFK Children Charity
    Extraordinary Jobs for Ordinary People
    On Wednesday August 1st Dreams for Kids children's charity hosted its 10th Annual Adaptive Water Sports Clinic. The event was held at Twin Lakes in Wisconsin. Participants with varying physical and co . . . DFK Children Charity
    He finds time for underprivileged, disabled kids
    Pat Milhizer
    Just down the hall from where he helps Chicago cops and union electrical workers plan their wills, Thomas W. Tuohy brings holidays to underprivileged kids and helps disabled youngsters play sports . . . DFK Children Charity
    Tom Tuohy named one of the "Richest people in America!"
    The REAL Richest People in America is about people making a difference. This inaugural list focuses on richness in giving with the aim of inspiring businesses and individuals to give their profits and . . . DFK Children Charity
    Embrace Race World Record!
    Ross and Dean set the World Record for Hugs in 24 hours on June 1-2 in support of Dreams for Kids! . . . DFK Children Charity
    Embrace Race in Chicago!
    Professional Soccer players, Ross Smith and Dean Ruddy attempt to break the Guiness World Record for number of hugs in a 24 hour period and raise money for Dreams for Kids on June 1-2, 2007 in Chicago . . . DFK Children Charity
    Countdown to Embrace Race!
    "A hug is a handshake from the heart." The first ever Embrace Race to break the Guiness Book of W . . . DFK Children Charity
    The Embrace Race Invites Owen Wilson and Rachel McAdams To Benefit 'Dreams for Kids' : Soul Shine Magazine
    The Embrace Race Invites Owen Wilson and Rachel McAdams To Benefit 'Dreams for Kids' Published: 2007-05-16 Milton, Ontario's Ross Smith and his friend Dean from Chicago, IL have turned . . . DFK Children Charity
    Erica Named USA Disabled Hockey Athlete of the Year!
    Dreams for Kids participant Erica Mitchell was named Disabled Athlete of the Year by USA Hockey! . . . DFK Children Charity
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