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Creating Pathways to Opportunity with Students & Families in Boulder County

At “I Have A Dream” Foundation of Boulder County, we walk alongside students and families from 1st grade to first job.

Over a 12+ year journey, we create opportunities for academic growth, social-emotional learning and community engagement at every step of the way.

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Our Work

A 12-year journey, from 1st grade to first job.

We meet Dreamer Scholars in elementary school — and we stay.

Through middle school, high school, college, and into their first career, we walk alongside students and their families every step of the way.

At every stage, our holistic, 2-Generation model grows with them: academic support, social-emotional development, and family partnership, all the way to postsecondary scholarship assistance.

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ELEMENTARY

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MIDDLE SCHOOL

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HIGH SCHOOL

A young woman wearing a graduation cap and gown, holding a diploma, outdoors with trees and sunlight in the background.

POSTSECONDARY

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COMMUNITY CENTER

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ADVANCING FAMILIES

Our Impact

The program data paints a mural of students who show up, families that persevere, and communities that believe.

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100% GRADUATION RATE

Class of 2025

NEARLY 600

ANNUAL PROGRAM PARTICIPANTS

15-20 COLLEGE VISITS

PER YEAR SPANNING EVERY AGE GROUP

100% QUALIFY FOR

FREE OR REDUCED LUNCH

70% FIRST -GEN

IN COLLEGE/POSTSECONDARY

See our 2025 Impact Highlights report — the evidence is powerful!

See the Impact Report
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Amazing Tax Credits Help Your Gift go Further

Because IHDF's work is centered on afterschool programming, gifts of $250 or more annually may qualify for the 50% Colorado Child Care Contribution Credit, on top of standard federal and state deductions.

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Volunteer with us!

Join a passionate community of Learning Partners, mentors, and event supporters walking alongside Dreamer Scholars across Boulder County. Whether you can commit to weekly tutoring or a single event day, your time helps shape a student’s journey - from elementary school through career readiness and beyond.

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Coming Events

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INSPIRATION is hard to find these days‪—so don't miss this!

We can hardly wait for October 1 and the chance to hear from Dreamer Scholar alumnus and Mayor of Lafayette Saul Tapia Vega.

You and those you invite to our annual luncheon will be inspired and encouraged as you hear from this true community leader...and we'll get a chance to hear from current Dreamer Scholars about school, leadership and life.

October 1, 2026

Omni Interlocken, Broomfield, CO

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