DREAMS BEGIN HERE

For children facing critical or chronic illness, a dream can bring hope, joy, and lasting memories.

MAKE A DREAM COME TRUE
MAKE A DREAM COME TRUE
Refer a Child
Refer a Child

Some of us imagine far-away, storybook places. Others wish for a furry, four-legged friend or dream of meeting a hero. And if we are lucky, many of those dreams become part of our life’s journey.

But for children facing critical or chronic illnesses such as diabetes, cystic fibrosis, or cancer, the road can be far too short, leaving little time for big dreams to come true.

That is why the dream factory exists.

Since 1985, the Dream Factory of Greater Kansas City has been dedicated to making dreams come true for critically and chronically ill children in our community.

From ocean getaways and new computers to Disney character visits and shopping sprees, we proudly grants dreams of all shapes and sizes throughout the Kansas City area.

For children and families who live each day with uncertainty, a granted dream offers a moment of joy, hope, and memories that last a lifetime.

AS CHILDREN WE ALL DREAM BIG.

Ways to Give
Ways to Give

UPCOMING EVENTS

  • Dine and Dance with the Stars 2026

    Saturday, June 6, 2026
    Sheraton Crown Center
    Kansas City, MO

    Dine & Dance with the Stars is an annual charity gala and dance competition hosted by the BMA Foundation. It’s inspired by the TV show Dancing with the Stars, where local “celebrities” partner with professional dancers to perform and raise funds for local nonprofits including the Dream Factory of Greater Kansas City.

    VOTING & DONATIONS

  • Driving for Dreams Golf Tournament

    Monday, September 14, 2026
    Nicklaus Golf Club at LionsGate
    Overland Park, KS

    The 10th Annual Golf Tournament will bring together golfers, sponsors, and community partners for a full day on the course, combining friendly competition with fundraising. Proceeds will help bring dreams to life, offering hope, joy, and cherished memories to children and their families.

    MORE INFO COMING SOON

COMMUNITY PARTNER SPOTLIGHT

The Dream Factory of Greater Kansas City was honored to be a beneficiary of MPH Dining’s Give Local event, which brought the community together to support children facing critical or chronic illnesses. Guests dined at MPH Dining/Culver’s locations, with a portion of proceeds helping make dreams come true for local children.