"I Have A Dream" Foundation of Boulder County

Who We Are:

At "I Have A Dream" Foundation of Boulder County (IHDF), we believe every child has innate potential—and that with equitable access to opportunity, every child can reach it. We partner with Dreamer Scholars and their families for the long haul, with year-round holistic academic, social and emotional support from 1st Grade to First Job. We work with our students in the afterschool space. 

Dreamer Scholars join IHDF as a class and grow together for more than 12 years, walking alongside mentors and staff who know them well—through high school graduation and onto the postsecondary pathway of their choice. Dreamer Scholars also receive a scholarship to a postsecondary pathway of their choice whether that's a four-year or two-year college, trade or vocational schooling, or a certificate program. The Class of 2026 achieved a 98% high school graduation rate.

What Your Gift Can Do:

• $10,000 funds a postsecondary scholarship for a Dreamer Scholar
• $5,000 helps to provide a year of academic, social, and emotional programming for a Dreamer Scholar
• $2,500 helps to invest in the Dreamer Institute that extends exciting programming into summer.
• $500 helps to bring hands-on STEAM learning to Dreamer Scholars, including our award-winning Dreambotics robotics team
• $250 helps to build career readiness as Dreamer Scholars prepare for the postsecondary pathway of their choice
• $100 can help to support parents and caregivers through our Advancing Families Program

Maximize Your Impact:

Gifts of $250 or more to IHDF may qualify for a 50% Colorado state income tax credit through the Colorado Child Care Contribution Tax Credit.

*Figures in the table are based on a 24% tax bracket and should not be considered tax advice. Situations vary, please consult your tax advisor.