Thomas Rollerson phoned a dream-granting agency for children and discovered no such place existed to honor the final dreams of adults. One year later, inspired by his late partner, Timothy Scott Palmer, and with the support of his community, he created Dream Foundation.
Flower Empower begins delivering floral bouquets to those in need of comfort and cheer in the Santa Barbara community.
A charitable account is established with United Airlines helping to establish national awareness of the organization and its mission.
Priscilla Presley begins her active support as a Dream Foundation Ambassador.
First Ladies Fundraising Luncheon takes place, leading to a series of highly successful fundraising events including the Celebration of Dreams Gala and Endless Summer Dream.
Genentech becomes a corporate partner, enabling Dream Foundation to serve 50 states thanks to its financial support and commitment to employee volunteerism.
Southwest Airlines begins providing flights for Dream recipients and their families, opening new routes and destinations for Dreams.
Dream Highlight: Gary dances with his daughter to create a video she will cherish.
Dreams for Veterans launches in Washington, D.C. with the support of Senator John McCain and First Lady Michelle Obama, serving our nation’s veterans.
A strategic partnership with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is announced to improve veterans’ end-of-life experience.
Dream Highlight; U.S. Marine Corp Reservist, Jill marries the love of her life in Hawaii.
Kyowa Kirin partners with Dream Foundation, enabling the fulfillment of hundreds of Dreams over the coming years.
New York Advisory Council established serving as a critical community champion for Dream Foundation.
Eisai partners with Dream Foundation, focusing its support on the Dreams for Veterans program.
Michael Rosenfeld gifts Dream Plaza at downtown Hotel Californian in Santa Barbara.
A partnership is established with Turo providing comfortable, safe and happy journeys for hundreds of Dream recipients and families.
American Airlines begins yearly donation of 1 million miles to support Dream travel.
Veterans Advisory Council is created to meet the unique needs of veterans at the end of life.
Language of Dreams Premieres at Santa Barbara International Film Festival.
Dream Foundation announces the award of a grant by Gilead Sciences that has since fulfilled hundreds of Dreams.
Dreams for Veterans is awarded the Fisher Service Award in recognition of its innovative and positive impact on our nation’s heroes and their loved ones.
Dream Highlight: Kellirae attends Super Bowl LVII.
3oth Anniversary
Dream Highlight: Kim’s last trip to the 9/11 memorial leaves her with no regrets.
Dream Foundation receives endowment gift from White Sox Charities to help fulfill Dreams for adults diagnosed with terminal pancreatic cancer and Dreams that involve travel.
