Want to help make a child's dream come true?
Be a Dream Maker!100% of all donations go directly toward fulfilling the dreams of kids battling life-threatening or chronically debilitating illnesses.*
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What We Do
Dream Connection is a nonprofit that connects kids and their families with the funding they need to enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime experience – and forget about hospitals, medicines and treatments for a short time.
The Dream Connection works like this:
1.A Child is Nominated
2.We learn about their dreams
3.We pair them with a Dream Captainto pilot the process
4.We find a way to fulfill their dream!
The Latest Dreams Come True
See some of the dreams that recently became reality – thanks to generous donors like YOU!
The Dream Connection by the Numbers
29
Dreams Fulfilled Each Year
40
Years of Making Dreams Come True
1128
Total Dreams Fulfilled by The Dream Connection
16
Counties Served in East TN
About The Dream Connection
Dream Connection is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization run entirely by volunteers that is focused on raising money to help fulfill the dreams of children diagnosed with life-threatening or chronically debilitating illnesses.
Established under Tennessee law in October 1985, The Dream Connection remains the only organization of its kind serving 16 counties of East Tennessee.
Memorable fulfilled dreams include trips to Dollywood, Disney World and LEGOLAND, as well as meetings with Tennessee native Kenny Chesney.
Meet Our Dreamy Sponsors & Partners
*Garza Law’s support ensures every dollar donated goes toward a child’s dream
The Latest from the Dream Connection
Turn a Kid's Dream Into Reality!
Want to bring joy and light into a child’s life? Your contributions help us make a big impact on kids with dreams that seem big to them – but are small compared to what they endure every day.
Huge thank you to Dream Rides of Tennessee and Garza Law Firm - Trial Attorneys for hosting such an incredible motorcycle ride fundraiser yesterday in support of The Dream Connection! 🏍️
The weather couldn’t have been more perfect as riders kicked things off at Smoky Mountain Harley-Davidson and made their way to Chilhowee Lake, cruising through the iconic Tail of the Dragon along the way.
We loved seeing Dream Kid Chauncey and his family, along with Dream Kid Sierra, enjoying the day. ☀️
Chauncey received his dream trip earlier this year to Give Kids The World Village, Universal Epic Universe and Walt Disney World Resort. Sierra received her dream back in 2018 to Give Kids The World Village and Walt Disney World Resort!
Days like today are a beautiful reminder of the impact this community can make. Thank you to everyone who rode, supported, and helped make dreams come true 💙 ... See MoreSee Less
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It was a great day for a ride and raising money for some of the most deserving children in our community! ❤️
What an unforgettable evening celebrating 40 years of The Dream Connection ❤️✨
Our gala was a tremendous success—bringing together an incredible group of supporters, from local business owners and healthcare professionals to hometown friends, families, and the heart of our mission—our dream children and their families, both past and present.
The night was filled with meaningful connections, delicious food, and great music, all in support of granting dreams to children facing life-threatening or chronically debilitating illnesses. Because of this amazing community, we are able to continue making dreams come true. 💫
A special thank you to Fox Den for hosting and Gas Station Sushi for providing such fun and memorable entertainment, to our generous sponsors for their continued support, and to our dedicated board members who worked tirelessly behind the scenes to make this night possible.
We are so grateful for each and every person who joined us, supported us, and believes in the power of a dream!!
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Somehow i miss knowing about this every year until its over. We would love to go next year!