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Olivia’s Dream
13-year-old Olivia was diagnosed with Leukaemia.
Olivia loves Husky Dogs and her dream was to have a up and close experience with them.
With the help of the wonderful Eagle Heights we were able to arrange a Husky experience and a day that Olivia and her family will cherish forever.
Isla’s Dream
13 year old Isla was diagnosed with Hodgkins Lymphoma. Isla’s dream was to visit Scarefest at Alton Towers. Please read Isla’s story written by her mum
Isobel’s Dream
11-year-old Isobel was diagnosed with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukaemia.
Isobel’s dream was to enjoy a VIP experience at The O2 to see Katy Perry. Isobel had a wonderful hotel stay and lunch and watched Katy Perry from a special VIP box at the O2 which was kindly donated by me-engineers.
Sabiah’s Dream
20-year-old Sabiah was diagnosed with Hodgkin’s Lymphoma. Her dream was to enjoy a VIP experience in London, and thanks to the kindness and generosity of several amazing supporters, that dream became a reality.
So Proud of our Ambassador, Isaac
Our Ambassador and former Dream Recipient Isaac, continues to excel and inspire, now as an international speaker in Hong Kong. We granted Isaac’s dream, a helicopter flight back in 2008. Here are a few words from Isaac about his experience in Hong Kong :
A Spooktacular Scary Halloween Walk
Over 350 people came out in the appalling weather and braved our Scary Halloween Walk to support this successful fundraising event, what an amazing turnout. Watch our video to see the Scary Walk in action.
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Bollywood Party
Thursday 18th September, 6pm
Bollywood comes to Canary Wharf!
Join us as The Dream Factory takes over the fabulous Grand Cholan Restaurant in Canary Wharf for a spectacular Bollywood Party!
Enjoy a welcome mocktail, three-course Indian menu, fabulous raffle & auction prizes, plus music from DJ & Dhol drummer.
Tickets £80 in support of The Dream Factory. Available from Ticket Tailor.
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Urgent Appeal
For seventeen years, The Dream Factory has been dedicated to granting dreams to young people who are most in need. Thanks to your support, we have brought joy and hope to nearly 750 young people and their families during some of the most challenging times.
But today, we face an urgent challenge. The current economic climate has significantly impacted our funding, and without financial support we are at risk of being unable to continue our vital work.
We currently have 40 dreams on our waiting list. Please help us to keep those dreams alive.
Your donation, no matter the size, will make an immediate and tangible difference. Please act today to help us continue granting dreams for incredible, brave children and young adults.
Avril Mills BEM, Founder and Trustee
Interview on BBC Radio
A message
Videos
A message from our patron, Michael Watson MBE
Our Ambassadors singing Sweet Caroline, at our Ambassadors’ Lunch, January 2023
3 Stadium Dream Challenge
Sunday 8th June, starting at 10am
Join us for an 11-mile walk between three iconic football stadiums — West Ham’s London Stadium, Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, and Arsenal’s Emirates Stadium.
Our Patron, Olympic Gold medalist, Christine Ohuruogu MBE will be leading a pre -walk warm-up outside the West Ham Stadium.
Take on the challenge and walk through the heart of London’s football heritage.
Register your interest today!