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April 2015 Dream Project  |  Get involved  |  UW alumni

Welcome 
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 Welcome to Dream Project’s e-newsletter. These quarterly updates are an easy way for friends and alumni to stay connected with one another and to learn about Dream Project’s efforts and events. With contributions from mentors, mentees, staff and alumni, we hope this keeps you informed on all things Dream Project!

Dream Project in the news
Mentor reflection
 The Dream Project works. Last fall, we concluded our grant from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, which funded a four-year evaluation of the Dream Project's impact. The results are in and local news outlets were happy to spread the good news! Read on.

Seattle Foundation Grant
The Dream Project was awarded $39,000 from the Seattle Foundation’s Give Together for Higher Education grant. The Seattle Foundation was looking to give to organizations that provided wraparound support services to underserved populations in King County with a focus on supporting students on the path to completing a four year degree, two year degree, or certificate program. Learn more.

Dream Project partners with HSPA
for suicide prevention training
AWW wrap-up
 We're collaborating with Huskies for Suicide Prevention and Awareness to launch thorough trainings on suicide prevention and awareness to all Dream Project mentors starting Spring Quarter 2015. These trainings are to support both Mentors and Mentees, helping to establish well-rounded mentors. Learn more.
 

Mentor reflections
Mentor reflection

UW sophomore Meili Powell credits the Dream Project with helping define her path. Adopted from China at an early age, Powell’s adoptive mother was a consistent figure of support throughout her childhood. Her mom remarried when she was in 2nd grade and during Powell’s freshman year of high school, unexpectedly passed away from cancer. When it came time to apply to college, she was living (as she does today) with her sister and her stepdad, who wasn’t too familiar with the process. Read on.

Mentor highlights
Mentor reflection

I wake up every Thursday at the crack of dawn, struggling to get out of bed. I always end up running to catch the bus to school because I accidentally turned my alarm off instead of putting it on snooze for another five minutes. But at the end of visit, I feel so rewarded that it makes me happy that I woke up extra early and ran for the bus. Read on.

Mark your calendars!
Events

It's time to get ready for spring and summer quarter events! From Spring BBQ to the Dream Project Graduation Ceremony, there's a lot happening at DP! Don't miss out on anything. Learn more.

Scholarship Saturday Wrap Up!
Mentor reflection

This year’s event happened on January 31st, and we had over 150 high schoolers participate! This year’s Scholarship Saturday has grown so much from previous years that we plan to reevaluate the event and change the layout of it in some capacity; perhaps including lunch and extending the work time for students. These decisions will be made in the coming weeks. Learn more.

SUPPORT STUDENTS

Your gift to the Dream Project can support scholarships to help first-generation and low-income high school students achieve the dream of attending college.

Keep in Touch

Has anything you led, experienced, or changed in the Dream Project influenced your current life, schooling or career? Drop a line and let us know!

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