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The Dream Center - FY26-FY27 Joint Funding ApplicationCommunity Impact Funding FY26-FY27 - Joint Application Application Status: Submitted Application Submission Details Executive Director: Frederick Newell I certify that the information submitted in this application is true and correct to the best of my knowledge: Yes Submission Confirmation Email Sent To: info@dreamcityia.org Submitted By: Frederick O Newell on 10/4/2024 at 3:56 PM (CST) The Dream Center FY26-FY27 Joint Funding Application General Information Agency Name The Dream Center Executive Director Name Frederick O Newell Board President Name Terrence Thames Requestor Name Frederick Newell Requestor Phone (319) 594-1044 Requestor Email info@dreamcityia.org Agency Mission Statement and Description of Community Need Your agency's mission statement will automatically populate from your profile. You can leave it as is or update it below. The Description of Community Need is also available in your agency profile, but it will not auto-fill. You may copy and paste it from your profile or write a new statement below Agency Mission Statement Our mission is to inspire and empower communities by fostering meaningful connections through advocacy, the arts, community development, and holistic wellness, driving transformative impact and lasting growth. 10/16/2024 9:25 AM CST © 2024 e-CImpact page 1 of 27 Community Need: What specific need in the community is your agency addressing? Describe the extent of the need, including current local data with source information and the major factors in the community contributing to the need. 10/16/2024 9:25 AM CST © 2024 e-CImpact page 2 of 27 Dream City addresses significant and pressing needs within the Black and Latino communities in Johnson County, focusing on youth, families, and entrepreneurs. These populations face systemic barriers that result in disparities in education, economic opportunities, and access to holistic wellness services, creating cycles of disadvantage. Youth Disparities and the Need for Belonging: - Black and Latino youth are disproportionately impacted by systemic challenges, facing significantly higher rates of school suspensions, arrests, and detentions compared to their White peers. Black youth represent nearly half of all complaints and detention holds, a clear sign of deep-seated inequities. - There is an urgent need for safe, culturally relevant spaces where youth can feel a sense of belonging and receive holistic support. Dream City’s Youth Leadership and Performing Arts programs offer such spaces, fostering personal growth, critical thinking, and leadership development. These programs empower youth to build resilience and develop the skills needed to become leaders in their communities. Family Support and Holistic Wellness: - Black and Latino families experience food insecurity at more than twice the rate of White households, contributing to academic and social challenges. Beyond food insecurity, families often lack access to comprehensive services that address mental, emotional, and economic well-being. - Dream City’s Family Strengthening programs provide culturally competent support, including family counseling, mental health resources, and financial literacy training, helping families build stability and create nurturing environments. These services promote overall family wellness, allowing individuals to thrive both personally and economically. Challenges Faced by Black and Brown Entrepreneurs: - Black and Latino entrepreneurs face severe barriers to success, including limited access to capital, discriminatory lending practices, and lack of professional networks and mentorship. Even when loans are available, they often come with less favorable terms, limiting business growth and sustainability. - Dream City’s Community & Economic Development programs aim to reduce these barriers by offering business education, entrepreneurial mentorship, and access to professional networks. These programs help minority-owned businesses grow and contribute to the local economy, fostering sustainable community development. Holistic Spaces for Belonging and Wellness: - Beyond addressing economic and educational disparities, there is a critical need for safe, affirming spaces where Black and Latino individuals and families can feel a sense of belonging and access holistic wellness services. Traditional community services often overlook the cultural and personal needs of these populations, exacerbating feelings of exclusion and isolation. - Dream City serves as a hub for holistic support, offering wraparound services that address mental, emotional, physical, and economic well-being. Our programs provide a culturally relevant environment where youth, families, and entrepreneurs can heal, grow, and thrive, breaking cycles of disadvantage and creating opportunities for lasting success. By creating these affirming spaces and offering comprehensive services, Dream City is working to dismantle the systemic barriers faced by Black and Brown individuals and build a future where every member of the community can succeed. Through our focus on youth development, family support, and entrepreneurial empowerment, we are fostering long-term resilience and creating pathways to success for all. United Way JWC Impact Areas 10/16/2024 9:25 AM CST © 2024 e-CImpact page 3 of 27 Please select the United Way JWC Impact Areas that your agency's services support. Note that these areas have been recently updated. Hover over each option to see a description and examples of relevant programming for each impact area. Healthy Community Youth Opportunity Community Resiliency Financial Security City of Iowa City - City Steps Priority Areas If you are applying for City of Iowa City funding, please indicate the City of Iowa City - City Steps Priority Areas that your agency services support: Services to the homeless or those at risk of homelessness Childcare Transportation Health/Mental Health Services Youth Activities and Programming Elderly activities and programming Assistance for persons with disabilities Food Pantries Services for victims of domestic violence Services for immigrants and refugees Utility Assistance Financial literacy and credit repair programs 10/16/2024 9:25 AM CST © 2024 e-CImpact page 4 of 27 Other - Please Specify Below If you selected 'Other' as a City of Iowa City - City Steps Priority Area, please specify: Johnson County Priority Areas Please indicate the Johnson County Priority Areas that your agency services support: Basic Human Needs Child and Family Wellbeing Health/Mental Health Grant Narratives - Funder Requests Please complete the narratives below for each funder from whom you are requesting funding. If you are not requesting funding from one of the five listed funders, please enter 'N/A' in the corresponding field. You can find eligibility details and contact information for each funding entity by hovering over the questions below. 1. United Way JWC Funding Narrative: Tell us about your services to Johnson and/or Washington County and how United Way priorities are represented in your operation. If your agency serves a larger regional area, please provide the percent of overall clients that are Johnson or Washington County residents. If your request is program specific, please provide the percentage of Johnson and Washington County clients for that program. Not Applicable 2. Johnson County Funding Narrative: Johnson County prioritizes funding for organizations addressing basic needs, improving child and family wellbeing and/or health outcomes for Johnson County residents. Tell us about your services that address any or all of the County priority areas. If your agency serves a larger regional area, please provide the percent of overall clients that are Johnson County residents. 10/16/2024 9:25 AM CST © 2024 e-CImpact page 5 of 27 Dream City’s programs align closely with Johnson County’s priorities of addressing basic needs, improving child and family well-being, and enhancing health outcomes for underserved communities, particularly Black and Brown residents. Through our programs, we provide comprehensive year-round services that directly support these priorities, helping youth and families achieve stability, self-sufficiency, and holistic well-being. Basic Needs Support: Dream City prioritizes meeting basic needs for underserved youth and families in Johnson County. Our Summer and Afterschool Programs provide nutritional support, ensuring that participants have access to hot, nutritious meals, directly addressing food insecurity—a critical issue for many low-income households. By providing consistent access to healthy meals, we support physical and mental health, enabling better educational and life outcomes. Additionally, we offer job skill training to prepare youth and adults for the workforce and promote economic self-sufficiency. By teaching entrepreneurial skills and offering workshops on work readiness, we empower individuals to break cycles of poverty and contribute to the local economy, supporting the long-term economic development of the county. Improving Child and Family Well-Being: Our programming focuses on strengthening youth and family well-being. Dream City’s year-round initiatives help youth develop self-determination, build personal portfolios, and engage in character-building and leadership development. These activities foster personal growth, self-awareness, and life skills that are essential for navigating challenges in school and beyond. Through mentoring and personal enrichment, youth receive guidance from positive role models, helping them avoid involvement with the criminal justice system. This is particularly important for Black and Latino youth, who face disproportionately high rates of school suspensions and arrests. By providing a supportive environment, we help youth develop the resilience and leadership necessary for long-term success. Health Outcomes: Promoting physical health is a key component of Dream City’s programs. We offer regular fitness activities, health awareness sessions, and ensure youth receive nutritious meals. These efforts address the health disparities affecting minority communities, such as higher rates of obesity, diabetes, and other preventable conditions. Our holistic approach to wellness also includes promoting mental and emotional well-being through arts programming and community engagement events. These opportunities allow participants to express themselves creatively, build emotional resilience, and strengthen social connections, all of which contribute to better overall health outcomes. Community Engagement and Support: Dream City fosters a sense of belonging by hosting community events that bring together youth, families, and residents. These events help build connections and create a supportive network within Johnson County. By promoting unity, shared resources, and communal growth, we strengthen the overall well-being of the community and enhance social cohesion. Percentage of Johnson County Residents Served: Dream City serves 100% Johnson County residents. Our focus is on supporting local youth and families, particularly from minority and underserved backgrounds, through culturally relevant and comprehensive programs that promote long-term success and resilience. Through our holistic, culturally responsive approach, Dream City directly addresses Johnson County’s priority areas by meeting basic needs, improving child and family well-being, and enhancing health outcomes for local residents. Our programs help lift the most vulnerable members of the community, creating pathways for healthier, more successful families and individuals. 10/16/2024 9:25 AM CST © 2024 e-CImpact page 6 of 27 3. City of Iowa City Funding Narrative: Tell us about your services to Iowa City and how the City Steps Priorities are represented in your operation. If the agency serves a regional area, please provide % of overall clients that are Iowa City residents, if your request is program specific, please provide % of Iowa City clients for that program. Dream City’s programs are designed to serve the most vulnerable populations in Iowa City, including individuals and families who fall into the categories of extremely low to moderate income, large families, families with children, and persons with alcohol or other addictions. Through our comprehensive services, we directly align with the City Steps 2025 priorities, focusing on poverty reduction, access to services, and community development. Serving Low-Income and At-Risk Families: Our programming touches every part of the family unit, providing critical resources that support parents, children, and other household members. Dream City offers childcare services, including an afterschool and summer program, as well as youth activities, family engagement opportunities, and financial literacy programs. These services provide stability for families facing economic hardships and help mitigate the risk of homelessness by empowering individuals with the knowledge and tools needed to improve their financial well-being. Alignment with City Steps 2025 Priorities: Dream City’s programs support several key areas outlined in the City Steps 2025 plan: Services for persons experiencing homelessness or at risk of homelessness: Our family-focused services help prevent homelessness by addressing root causes such as financial instability, lack of access to childcare, and social support gaps. By providing financial literacy education, we equip families with the tools to manage their resources more effectively and reduce their risk of housing instability. Public services for non-homeless persons: Dream City provides a range of public services aimed at improving the well-being of low-income families and individuals. Our programs, from youth enrichment to family activities, are designed to foster personal growth, enhance community engagement, and promote long-term stability for residents of Iowa City. Public facility/community hub: Dream City serves as a community hub, offering our facility as a space for other local organizations and entrepreneurs to provide services. This collaborative model not only amplifies the impact of our services but also creates opportunities for budding entrepreneurs to grow their businesses while contributing to the community. Percentage of Iowa City Residents Served: Although we serve Johnson County as a whole, approximately 75% of our clients are Iowa City residents. This strong local focus ensures that our programs are meeting the needs of Iowa City’s most vulnerable populations, while also contributing to the broader community’s growth and well-being. Dream City’s holistic approach to family support, community engagement, and economic empowerment is directly aligned with the City Steps 2025 priorities. By providing essential services to low-income families, at-risk individuals, and the broader community, we are playing a crucial role in fostering resilience, reducing poverty, and supporting the long-term health and stability of Iowa City residents. 4. City of Coralville Funding Narrative: How do your services specifically address needs in Coralville? If your agency serves a regional area, please provide the percentage of overall clients that are Coralville residents. If your request is program specific, please provide the percentage of Coralville clients for that program. 10/16/2024 9:25 AM CST © 2024 e-CImpact page 7 of 27 Not Applicable 5. North Liberty Funding Narrative: How will this program/project benefit the community of North Liberty? What percentage of the program/project benefits North Liberty residents, and approximately how many North Liberty residents will you be serving with this program/project? Not Applicable Grant Narratives - Additional Agency Information All agencies applying for funding from any of the listed entities must complete the following questions. If a question does not apply to your organization, please provide an explanation. 6. Provide a succinct, specific description of your primary target populations(s). Describe clients as a group in terms of their primary needs and strengths. What barriers to success do they face? If your agency serves a regional area, please provide % of overall clients that are Johnson County residents. 10/16/2024 9:25 AM CST © 2024 e-CImpact page 8 of 27 Dream City primarily works with Black and Brown youth and families in Johnson County, though we have also served individuals from other racial and ethnic groups, including Caucasian, African, and Native American families. Our focus is on supporting underserved populations, particularly low-income and minority families, while maintaining a commitment to inclusivity and offering services to all, regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, or background. Most of the individuals we serve come from economically disadvantaged households, where financial instability limits their access to critical resources like educational tools and enrichment opportunities. Many of the youth experience educational disparities, lacking the academic support and mentorship needed to succeed in school, which puts them at risk of falling behind their peers. Our clients also face a lack of positive relationships and support networks. Many come from environments where nurturing relationships are limited, restricting their ability to form meaningful connections. Through our mentorship and community outreach programs, we provide opportunities to develop positive relationships and essential life skills, fostering leadership and personal growth. Limited parental support is another common challenge, especially for youth from single-parent households or families experiencing conflict. This lack of guidance and support at home can hinder emotional and social development. Dream City offers a supportive environment to help fill this gap, providing resources that nurture emotional well-being, social skills, and academic success. Our clients also encounter social and emotional barriers, such as isolation and peer relationship difficulties, often due to a lack of structured emotional support. Dream City’s programs emphasize emotional intelligence, resilience, and peer support, helping youth build confidence and develop positive, healthy relationships with others. Many of the youth we serve are considered “at-risk” by the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention, as they face challenges like living in high-crime areas, family dysfunction, substance abuse, academic struggles, and social isolation. While the majority of our clients are Black and Brown youth, we welcome all individuals facing these challenges. Strengths of the Target Population: Despite these barriers, the youth and families we serve exhibit immense resilience, creativity, and potential. They possess a strong capacity for growth and success when provided with the right resources and support. Dream City’s holistic approach helps unlock these strengths, empowering individuals to overcome obstacles and achieve their full potential. Barriers to Success: - Financial constraints limiting access to educational and developmental resources. - Educational disparities leading to academic struggles and underperformance. - Lack of positive relationships and support networks within their communities. - Limited parental support from single-parent households or families experiencing conflict. - Deficient social and emotional support, resulting in isolation and peer relationship challenges. Dream City’s programs are designed to address these barriers by offering culturally relevant services that meet the holistic needs of the youth and families we serve. Our inclusive environment empowers individuals to succeed academically, socially, and emotionally. 7. Please explain how your agency promotes racial equity and inclusivity for historically oppressed and marginalized populations (including BIPOC, LGBTQ, immigrants/refugees, individuals with disabilities) through your services, for your clients and for staff. 10/16/2024 9:25 AM CST © 2024 e-CImpact page 9 of 27 At Dream City, promoting racial equity and inclusivity for historically oppressed and marginalized populations is central to our mission and embedded in every aspect of our work. We serve a diverse population, primarily Black and Brown youth and families, and are committed to creating an environment that uplifts BIPOC, LGBTQ individuals, immigrants/refugees, and individuals with disabilities through culturally relevant services, staff training, and community engagement. Culturally Relevant Services for Clients: - Dream City offers culturally competent programming tailored to meet the unique needs of Black and Brown youth and families. Our programs take into account the cultural contexts, challenges, and strengths of these communities, ensuring that individuals feel respected, understood, and empowered. - Our programs emphasize inclusivity and support providing a safe, welcoming environment where everyone can access services without fear of discrimination or exclusion. - We actively seek to address systemic barriers faced by marginalized groups, such as educational disparities, financial constraints, and limited access to mentorship. By offering programs that focus on personal development, leadership, and economic empowerment, we help individuals break cycles of disadvantage and thrive within their communities. Staff Training and Education: - Dream City is committed to promoting racial equity and inclusivity internally by investing in continuous staff education. Our staff members receive regular training on cultural competency, implicit bias, and anti-racism to ensure they are equipped to serve diverse populations effectively and sensitively. This training helps our team understand the complexities of racial and social inequities and ensures that we are creating an inclusive environment for all clients. Our recruitment strategies prioritize inclusive hiring practices, ensuring that our staff reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. By fostering a diverse and culturally informed workforce, we are better positioned to understand the needs of our clients and deliver services that are equitable and impactful. Inclusive Policies and Practices: We have implemented policies and practices that promote equity and inclusivity at every level of our organization. This includes providing language access services for non-English speaking clients, making our programs accessible for individuals with disabilities, and ensuring that all community members feel welcome in our space. Dream City also prioritizes the mental and emotional well-being of marginalized groups by incorporating mental health services and emotional support within our programs. This includes a specific focus on the mental health challenges faced by BIPOC and LGBTQ communities, recognizing the impact of systemic discrimination and social isolation. Collaborative Community Efforts: We actively engage with other organizations in collaborative efforts to promote racial equity across Johnson County. This includes partnerships with local agencies that serve BIPOC, LGBTQ individuals, immigrants, and people with disabilities, ensuring that our clients can access a broad network of support. By working collectively, we amplify the impact of our services and contribute to a more inclusive and equitable community. Amplifying Marginalized Voices: Dream City believes in the importance of representation and actively creates platforms for marginalized voices to be heard. We empower our clients, particularly those from historically oppressed communities, to take on leadership roles and advocate for themselves and their peers. This not only helps build individual confidence but also strengthens the broader community by fostering a culture of inclusivity and respect. Our approach is holistic and intersectional, ensuring that every client and staff member, regardless of 10/16/2024 9:25 AM CST © 2024 e-CImpact page 10 of 27 background, feels valued, respected, and supported. 8. Please describe how your Agency is collaborating with other service providers in the community to reduce costs, increase efficiency or improve services for community members. How are you addressing duplication of services or how are you serving a unique unmet need? Dream City leverages collaboration as a core principle to amplify our reach, reduce costs, and enhance the effectiveness of our programs. We believe that working with diverse partners fosters stronger, more resilient support systems for the youth and families we serve, while optimizing resources and ensuring comprehensive service delivery. Our collaborations span a wide array of organizations, each contributing to the richness and efficiency of our work. For example, our partnership with the Iowa City Community School District integrates our programming with the school curriculum, ensuring academic continuity and providing additional educational support to youth outside of the classroom. By sharing resources with the school district, we reduce operational costs and strengthen the academic foundation of the youth we serve, while avoiding duplication of services already offered within the schools. We also collaborate with business associations like the South of 6 Business District and Black Professionals of Iowa, which enables us to offer practical job skill training and entrepreneurial insights that are aligned with current industry needs. These collaborations allow Dream City to provide a relevant, forward-thinking curriculum that prepares youth and adults for economic self-sufficiency and career readiness, without having to duplicate existing workforce development programs. In partnership with the University of Iowa Center for Disabilities and Development and Neighborhood Centers, we extend our services to include specialized support for individuals with disabilities, ensuring our programming is inclusive and addresses the needs of all community members. This collaboration fosters an environment of belonging and holistic development for participants who may not find these services elsewhere, meeting a unique unmet need in the community. Our work with art-focused entities allows us to infuse creativity into our programs, giving youth opportunities for self-expression, building self-esteem, and potentially opening doors to careers in the arts. These partnerships also allow us to provide art-based services without duplicating what other local arts programs offer, as we tailor our programming to integrate art with personal and academic development. Furthermore, we partner with faith organizations, local businesses, and other nonprofits, creating a multifaceted support network that nurtures the mind, body, and spirit. By aligning with local churches and community groups, we are able to offer moral and spiritual development alongside our other services, creating a comprehensive support system that helps guide youth and families toward holistic well-being. These collaborations ensure that Dream City addresses the unique unmet needs of our community without duplicating existing services. Instead, we enhance and extend what is already available through strategic partnerships, reducing costs, increasing efficiency, and improving the quality of services for our community members. Our approach is built on the belief that collaboration leads to a stronger, more supportive environment where every individual has the opportunity to thrive. 9. What costs are required of clients for services provided? Describe your fee structure and services available for those without ability to pay. 10/16/2024 9:25 AM CST © 2024 e-CImpact page 11 of 27 Dream City operates with a steadfast commitment to inclusivity and equal access to essential services. In line with this mission, we offer all of our services free of charge. We recognize the financial challenges faced by the communities we serve, particularly low-income and minority families, and believe that no one should be denied support due to their inability to pay. Our ability to provide services at no cost is made possible through a combination of grant funding and robust fundraising initiatives. We proactively seek grants and cultivate relationships with philanthropists, community leaders, and donors who share our vision of fostering positive change in the lives of underserved individuals. These efforts allow us to cover operational and staffing expenses, ensuring that our services remain high-quality, comprehensive, and accessible to all. For clients who may be concerned about financial barriers, Dream City offers an unequivocal assurance: no one is turned away based on financial need. We are committed to alleviating, rather than adding to, the financial stress that many of our clients experience. By removing cost as a barrier, we ensure that everyone has the opportunity to access the resources, guidance, and support they need to thrive. In addition to providing services free of charge, Dream City continually adjusts our fundraising efforts to ensure long-term sustainability and maintain our ability to serve those who need us most. We see ourselves not only as service providers but as community allies, standing in solidarity with the families and individuals we support. Our goal is to foster an environment where everyone has the opportunity to flourish, regardless of financial circumstances. 10. Describe how local funding received by your organization helped leverage other revenue in the last fiscal year. Identify and include specific grant/funding sources and amounts that were awarded that require a match. 10/16/2024 9:25 AM CST © 2024 e-CImpact page 12 of 27 Over the past fiscal year, local funding has been critical in enabling Dream City to expand its impact and attract additional resources. The strong financial backing from local government entities and foundations has supported key initiatives, particularly our Regional Hub Project and Youth Development and Leadership programs. The City of Iowa City made a significant contribution of $3,000,000 to Dream City for acquiring our facility and for a full renovation. This substantial support underscores the city’s commitment to fostering economic growth and inclusivity through this project. The City’s investment has enhanced our credibility, enabling us to leverage this local support when seeking additional funding from other sources. Dream City also received a $60,000 grant from Johnson County for our Youth Development program, which supports our afterschool, summer, and mentoring programs. This funding has allowed us to expand our youth services, providing critical educational enrichment, leadership development, and mentorship for underserved youth. Additionally, we secured a $25,000 grant from the Jordan Foundation for our Youth Leadership program, which has enabled us to enhance our leadership training, mentorship, and skill development for young people. This grant has been pivotal in fostering leadership qualities and preparing youth to become positive, engaged members of their community. We also received $10,000 from the University of Iowa Labor Center to help with the coordination of a Pre- Apprenticeship program, aimed at preparing individuals for successful careers through hands-on training and educational support. While these grants did not require formal matching, their impact has been significant. These funding sources have allowed us to leverage additional revenue by demonstrating strong local commitment to our initiatives. The support from the City of Iowa City, Johnson County, and private foundations like the Jordan Foundation has positioned Dream City as a strong candidate for further funding from regional and national sources, enhancing our ability to grow our programs and create lasting positive change. In summary, the strong local financial backing we’ve received has been essential in laying the groundwork for Dream City’s continued success. The support from the City of Iowa City, Johnson County, the Jordan Foundation, the University of Iowa Labor Center, and other funders has allowed us to expand our programs, serve more individuals, and attract additional funding sources, ensuring long-term sustainability and growth. 10/16/2024 9:25 AM CST © 2024 e-CImpact page 13 of 27 Form A: FY26-FY27 Funding RequestsThe Dream Center Form A: FY26-FY27 Funding Requests Please complete this section by including your agency's projected budget for the entire funding cycle, covering FY26 and FY27, along with the total amounts you are requesting from each funder for that period. Saving Your Work You can save your progress at any time by clicking on the "Save My Work” link/icon located at both the bottom and top of the page. Submitting the Form Once you have answered all questions in the form, select the "Save My Work and Mark as Completed” link/icon at the bottom or top of this page to finalize your submission. Switching Forms You may switch between forms within this application by using the SWITCH FORMS feature in the upper right corner. Any updates made to the current form will be automatically saved when you switch to a different form. Agency Budget Please enter your estimated total agency budget for the fiscal years FY26 and FY27. This should reflect the overall projected budget for your agency during this granting cycle. Agency Budget FY26 FY27 Agency Budget 400,000.00 425,000.00 Funding Requests Please enter your FY26 funding request for each funding entity. The amount will automatically populate the FY27 column, as all funders in this application roll over the annual request to duplicate in the following year. The percentage of the total budget will auto-populate for each fiscal year and funder. You can find funding eligibility details and contact information for each funding entity by hovering over the funder name below. FY26 Funding Request FY26 % of Total Budget FY27 Funding Request FY27 % of Total Budget United Way JWC 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 Johnson County 50,000.00 12.50 50,000.00 11.76 City of Iowa City 60,000.00 15.00 60,000.00 14.12 10/16/2024 9:25 AM CST © 2024 e-CImpact page 14 of 27 FY26 Funding Request FY26 % of Total Budget FY27 Funding Request FY27 % of Total Budget City of Coralville 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 City of North Liberty 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 10/16/2024 9:25 AM CST © 2024 e-CImpact page 15 of 27 Form B1: FY26-FY27 Agency DemographicsThe Dream Center Form B1: FY26-FY27 Agency Demographics Provide the total number of unique clients your agency served during the last fiscal year and a projected number you plan to serve during the current fiscal year. Please Note - you cannot submit the form with any blanks. If your agency does not have a client count for any of the categories, please enter "0" in that box. You may report the total number of unknown clients in the "Unknown" section for each demographic category. If your organization does not collect information for one or more of the categories, please include the total number of individuals served in the "Unknown" category and provide an explanation in Form B2: FY26-FY27 Agency Demographic - Additional Information for the corresponding category. Gender Please provide the unique number of individuals served who self-identified within each of the gender categories listed below. If your organization does not collect gender information, please report the total number of individuals served in the "Unknown" category and provide an explanation in Form B2: FY26-FY27 Agency Demographic - Additional Information. FY24 Projected FY25 Male 114 125 Female 97 105 Non-binary 0 0 Unknown Gender 0 0 Total 211 230 Race Please provide the unique number of individuals served who self-identified within each of the racial categories listed below. If your organization does not collect racial information, please report the total number of individuals served in the "Unknown" category and provide an explanation in Form B2: FY26-FY27 Agency Demographic - Additional Information. FY24 Projected FY25 Asian 0 0 African American 156 170 10/16/2024 9:25 AM CST © 2024 e-CImpact page 16 of 27 FY24 Projected FY25 American Indian or Alaska Native 0 0 Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander 0 0 White 20 22 Multiple Races 0 0 Other Racial Identity 35 38 Unknown Racial Identity 0 0 Total 211 230 Ethnicity Please provide the unique number of individuals served who self-identified within each of the ethnicity categories listed below. If your organization does not collect ethnicity information, please report the total number of individuals served in the "Unknown" category and provide an explanation in Form B2: FY26-FY27 Agency Demographic - Additional Information. FY24 Projected FY25 Hispanic, Latino, or Spanish Origin 35 38 Not of Hispanic, Latino, or Spanish Origin 176 192 Unknown Ethnicity 0 0 Total 211 230 Age Please provide the unique number of individuals served who self-identified within each of the age categories listed below. If your organization does not collect age information, please report the total number of individuals served in the "Unknown" category and provide an explanation in Form B2: FY26-FY27 Agency Demographic - Additional Information. FY24 Projected FY25 0-5 0 0 6-17 99 100 18-29 62 65 10/16/2024 9:25 AM CST © 2024 e-CImpact page 17 of 27 FY24 Projected FY25 30-61 47 60 62-74 3 5 75+ Years 0 0 Unknown Age 0 0 Total 211 230 Geographic Location Please provide the unique number of individuals served who reside within each of the geographic locations listed below. If your organization does not collect information on place of residence, please report the total number of individuals served in the "Unknown" category and provide an explanation in Form B2: FY26-FY27 Agency Demographic - Additional Information. NOTE: For Johnson County data, please exclude individuals from the following municipalities: Iowa City, Coralville, and North Liberty. To ensure unduplicated data, only include individuals from other Johnson County municipalities and rural areas. For Washington County, you may provide data at the whole county level. FY24 Projected FY25 Johnson County (Combined, Unduplicated) 211 230 Iowa City 163 180 Coralville 33 30 North Liberty 15 20 Washington County 0 0 Unknown Geographic Location 0 0 Total 422 460 10/16/2024 9:25 AM CST © 2024 e-CImpact page 18 of 27 Form B2: FY26-FY27 Agency Demographics - Additional InformationThe Dream Center Form B2: FY26-FY27 Agency Demographics - Additional Information If you reported individuals served in the unknown category for any of the demographic categories in Form B1: FY26-FY27 Agency Demographics, please provide additional context in the corresponding section below. This may include an explanation of why your agency does not collect this information, or if there are other categories not listed in the provided options. If you did not report individuals served in the unknown category for any of the demographic categories, please indicate 'NA" in the sections below. You may save your work at any time by clicking on the "Save My Work" link/icon at the bottom or top of the page. When you have completed all questions on the form, select the "Save My Work and Mark as Completed" link/icon at the bottom or top of this page. You may also SWITCH between forms in this application by using the SWITCH FORMS feature in the upper right corner. When switching forms, any updates to the existing form will automatically be saved. Additional Information for Unknown Catergories 1. UNKNOWN GENDER If you reported any individuals in the unknown gender category, please provide additional context. 2. UNKNOWN RACE If you reported any individuals in the unknown race category, please provide additional context. 3. UNKNOWN ETHNICITY If you reported any individuals in the unknown ethnicity category, please provide additional context. 4. UNKNOWN AGE: If you reported any individuals in the unknown age category, please provide additional context. 5. UNKNOWN AREA MEDIAN INCOME If you reported any individuals in the unknown area median income category, please provide additional context. 10/16/2024 9:25 AM CST © 2024 e-CImpact page 19 of 27 6. UNKNOWN GEOGRAPHIC LOCATION If you reported any individuals in the unknown geographic location category, please provide additional context. 10/16/2024 9:25 AM CST © 2024 e-CImpact page 20 of 27 Form C: FY26-FY27 Agency BudgetThe Dream Center FY26-FY27 Form C: FY26-FY27 Agency Budget Please complete all information. If there is an item that does not apply to your budget or the value is zero, please enter a "0" in that box. Do not leave an item blank. Some columns have auto-calculation but will not auto-calculate until the information is saved. Please save information often to activate the calculated fields. For items that require itemization, click the link to enter specific information in the itemization form. Budget Type Please enter a corresponding number to indicate your Budget type: 1 = Agency Level 2 = County Specific Budget Type 1.00 Revenues This includes all funding that your agency receives throughout the fiscal year for your operating expenses and planned restricted expenses. FY23 FY24 FY25 United Way of Johnson and Washington Counties Allocation 0.00 0.00 0.00 United Way of Johnson and Washington Counties Designations 0.00 0.00 0.00 Johnson County - Block Grant Funding 25,750.00 25,750.00 0.00 Johnson County Funding - Other Funding 70,000.00 60,000.00 45,000.00 City of Iowa City - Aid to Agencies Funding 25,242.75 25,000.00 25,215.00 City of Iowa City - Other Funding 0.00 78,633.94 2,921,366.10 City of Coralville Funding 0.00 0.00 0.00 City of North Liberty Funding 0.00 0.00 0.00 10/16/2024 9:25 AM CST © 2024 e-CImpact page 21 of 27 FY23 FY24 FY25 Community Foundation of Johnson County Funding 7,000.00 2,500.00 2,500.00 East Central Mental Health Region 0.00 0.00 0.00 Grants - Federal, State, Foundation 15,000.00 25,000.00 15,000.00 Fees for Services 21,008.00 15,703.20 5,000.00 Fundraising/Contributions/D onations 57,135.83 19,257.56 20,000.00 Interest and Investment Income 75.16 105.18 120.00 Annual Endowment Draw 0.00 0.00 0.00 Reserve or Carryover Funds 74,489.88 97,386.82 105,000.00 Other Revenue - Please Specify Source in Attachments 0.00 0.00 0.00 Total 295,701.62 349,336.70 3,139,201.10 Expenses FY23 FY24 Projected FY25 Personnel Expenses - Salaries & Benefits 128,723.90 114,055.77 150,000.00 All Other Operational Expenses 91,799.76 170,488.17 2,927,000.00 Other - Please Specify in Attachments 0.00 0.00 0.00 Total 220,523.66 284,543.94 3,077,000.00 Restricted Funds This category includes funds recorded in the revenues section that is restricted and was not paid out and included in the expense section. This may also involve funds set aside to meet required operating reserve thresholds or other designated reserve purposes. Please itemize all such restricted funds here. FY23 FY24 FY25 10/16/2024 9:25 AM CST © 2024 e-CImpact page 22 of 27 Operational Budget FY23 FY24 FY25 Total Revenue 295,701.62 349,336.70 3,139,201.10 Total Expenses 220,523.66 284,543.94 3,077,000.00 Surplus/Deficit 75,177.96 64,792.76 62,201.10 Reserve Funds Enter all reserve balances below. If you have additional reserves not listed, please enter them in the 'Other Reserve' section and specify their purpose in the Attachments. FY23 FY24 FY25 Operating Reserve Balance 0.00 0.00 0.00 Other Reserve Balance - Please Specify Purpose in Attachments 0.00 0.00 0.00 Total 0.00 0.00 0.00 In-Kind Support FY23 FY24 FY25 Service and Volunteer Hours 10.00 12.00 14.00 Material Goods 0.00 0.00 0.00 Space, Utilities, etc.0.00 0.00 0.00 Other 0.00 0.00 0.00 Total 10.00 12.00 14.00 10/16/2024 9:25 AM CST © 2024 e-CImpact page 23 of 27 Form D: FY26-FY27 Agency Salaries & BenefitsThe Dream Center Form D: FY26-FY27 Agency Salaries & Benefits Please provide information for the employees and volunteers in your organization. If a position is not listed, please add it in the "Other" section. You will need to add each position individually in the "Other" category. Average Salary: Enter the average salary for all staff in this position. Please note, this should not be the total salaries paid for all staff in this position. If only one staff member holds this position, enter that individual’s salary. Paid Leave, Health Insurance, Retirement: If the position offers any of these benefits, place a "1" in the corresponding column for each benefit received. FTE (Last Year, This Year, Next Year): Indicate the number of employees in this position for the periods noted. For part-time positions, you can use fractions (e.g., 0.25, 0.5) as needed. Employees Position Average Salary Paid Leave Health Insuranc e Retireme nt Plan FTE (Last Year) FTE (This Year) FTE (Next Year) Executive Director / President / CEO 55,000.0 0 120.00 0.75 1.00 1.00 Director of Operations /COO 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 Director of Development 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 Business Manager/CFO 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 Program Director / Manager 40,000.0 0 80.00 0.00 0.00 0.50 1.00 1.00 Program/Services Coordinator 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 Direct Services Worker 65,000.0 0 0.00 0.00 0.00 1.00 1.50 2.00 Total 160,000 200 0 0 2.25 3.50 4 Volunteers Please indicate the number of volunteers active with your Agency. Last Year This Year Volunteers 12 14 10/16/2024 9:25 AM CST © 2024 e-CImpact page 24 of 27 Services Provided:Youth activities and programming Outcome Statement: Through the implementation of our afterschool programming, we aim to provide holistic academic, social, and emotional support to 40 students over the course of the school year. By offering a safe and structured environment, students will have access to academic tutoring, enrichment activities, and positive mentorship. The expected outcomes include: Improved Academic Performance: 80% of participants will demonstrate an increase in their academic achievement, as evidenced by improved grades or standardized test scores in core subjects such as math, reading, and science. Enhanced Social and Emotional Skills: 90% of students will show measurable growth in self- regulation, conflict resolution, and communication skills, reflected in both teacher assessments and self-reported surveys. The Dream Center - Dream City - Form E: FY26-FY27 Performance Measures and OutcomesThe Dream Center - Dream City Form E: FY26-FY27 Performance Measures and Outcomes Reporting Metrics: Common Indicators, Agency-Identified Indicators, and Service Delivery Narrative Applicants are required to report on the common outcomes associated with each service for which funding is requested. In addition to the common outcomes, you may also report metrics your agency has used in the past that are no longer part of the common list or select your own outcome metrics that best represent the services you provide. Examples might include: the number of individuals receiving nutrition education, the number of individuals receiving case management services, or the number of attendees at a youth summit. In the final section, you may provide any additional information you would like reviewers to know about your common outcomes or agency- identified outcomes. You will also submit a narrative about your previous service delivery, including any unexpected outcomes, successes, or challenges experienced over the past year. Common Provided Outcome Number of Services Provided Number of Services Provided FY25 Projected # of enriching out-of-school services/sessions provided Number of Services Provided 144 Number of Individuals Number of Individuals Served Measurement FY25 Projected # of students receiving enriching out- of-school programming Number of Individuals Served 40 Agency Identified Outcome 10/16/2024 9:25 AM CST © 2024 e-CImpact page 25 of 27 Increased School Attendance: 85% of students will maintain or improve their school attendance, with fewer absences and tardies compared to the previous year, contributing to their overall educational success. Fostering Positive Relationships: At least 75% of students will report a stronger connection to peers and mentors, helping them build a sense of belonging and resilience through meaningful engagement and consistent support. These outcomes will be measured through academic reports, pre-and post-program surveys, attendance records, and regular feedback from parents, teachers, and program staff. By focusing on these goals, the afterschool program seeks to contribute to the long-term development and success of each student, both in and outside of the classroom. Supplemental Information on Outcomes:NA Agency Identified Outcome Explanation Please explain agency identified metrics. What is being measured and how is each metric an indicator of the expected outcome. How does the indicator show impact to those you serve? See above Previous Service Delivery Narrative + Supplemental Information on Outcomes Indicator Narrative Question: Pervious Service Delivery Previous Service Delivery: Please provide a specific outcome/performance measure your organization achieved in the last grant cycle. How are people/conditions better because of the services you provided? Were there any unanticipated outcomes you’d like to share? 10/16/2024 9:25 AM CST © 2024 e-CImpact page 26 of 27 In the last grant cycle, Dream City successfully served 50+ students through our afterschool program, exceeding our target of 40 students by at least 25%. One of the key outcomes achieved was improved academic performance, with 85% of participants showing measurable gains in core subjects, particularly math and reading, as reflected in their trimester report cards. Additionally, 90% of students reported feeling more confident in their academic abilities and more engaged in their learning, based on pre-and post-program surveys. How People/Conditions Are Better: As a result of our afterschool programming, students not only improved academically but also developed stronger social and emotional skills. Our mentorship and character-building sessions contributed to 88% of students demonstrating improved conflict resolution and communication abilities, leading to fewer behavioral issues in school, as reported by their teachers. In terms of attendance, 80% of the students showed improved school attendance, which enhanced their overall academic engagement. Unanticipated Outcomes: One unanticipated outcome was the high level of family engagement that emerged. Several parents reported that their children’s participation in the program encouraged them to take a more active role in their education at home. We had initially focused solely on student outcomes but found that this ripple effect of increased parental involvement significantly reinforced student learning and development, creating a more supportive home environment for the students. Additionally, a stronger sense of community emerged as students formed deeper bonds with peers and mentors, contributing to their personal growth and well-being. 10/16/2024 9:25 AM CST © 2024 e-CImpact page 27 of 27