8:30 AM | Registration and Breakfast
9:30 AM | Announcements and Dream Reveals
9:50 AM | National Anthem and Flyover
10:00 AM | Shotgun Start
Lunch will be served on the course.
Dinner, auction, 50/50 raffle and awards immediately following
From first-time catches to favorite activities, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Bring the whole family and make memories together.
Dine and Dance with the Stars is a competition based on the hit tv show Dancing with the Stars. Local “celebrities” dance to raise money for the charities BMA supports. They are partnered with local professional dancers. The person who gets the most votes ($20 per vote) becomes the grand champion and takes home the coveted mirror ball. Professional dancers from the ABC television show join us as judges, as well as perform and auction off dances with themselves. Emcees for 2023 are 610 Sports Bob Fescoe and KMBZ 98.1 radio anchor Amy Anderson.
Pricing: $1400 / foursome ($350 for single ticket)
Tickets include:
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Drinks on the course
Course games
Participant gift
There will be a 50/50 raffle and tickets can be purchased on site on the day of the event!
Join us for a day at the K!
Tailgating starts at 6pm and the game starts at 7:10pm.
This event is only for dream children and their families. Please contact Erin at erin@kcdream.org for information about how to sign up
A Star is Born! Blake is a local Real Estate professional with more than twenty-plus years of experience. He is a top producer in Kansas City, achieving the top 20 list consistently. The most measurable part of Blake’s business is not found in the stats; but, rather in the hearts of his clients. As a young man, Blake learned the value of hard work and the importance of giving back. He attended the University of Kansas as an undergraduate, and later the Law School program before deciding that real estate presented a unique challenge and loads of opportunity. Blake loves the human element of leading a team and helping his clients achieve their real estate goals. He always welcomes a challenge, which is why he plans to display his ability to work hard, dance his heart out and give back to this fine city! Blake’s life dance partner Kelly and his two cherished Beagles are excited to be a part of such a great event and cause! He brings a tremendous amount of enthusiasm to everything he does!
The Dream Factory has five $3,000 scholarships now available for the 2022-2023 school year to prior Dream Recipients. The deadline for application is April 30, 2022.
When: Friday, April 1st (7pm-11pm)
Where: Starlight Theatre
Event Theme: Neon Nights / Come in your brightest most fun Cocktail Attire
Early Bird Pricing (If purchased before March 1st):
General Admission : $125 (Regular Price: $150)
Table of 10 (10 included): $1250 (Regular Price: $1500) - This will guarantee that you and your friends sit together with premier seating!
We are back! Please join us for our 13th Annual Gala, Boulevard of Dreams. You’ll be amongst some of the coolest, most generous individuals who love giving back as much as we do. The evening will consist of a cocktail hour, heavy hors d’oeuvres, a silent auction, live auction and after party. There will be local entertainment, great food, close friends and overall, an inspirational event that makes possible the dream in all of us.
At Boulevard of Dreams, we raise money to make sure these boys and girls have an experience of a lifetime. Most of these kids are struggling with a critical or chronic illness. So whether it’s a week long vacation, a day long shopping trip, or a special needs playground professionally installed in their backyard. We try our hardest to provide a positive distraction from their everyday challenges and would love to see all your smiling faces join in us for a night of giving back.
Tickets are live - Click here to purchase!
If you have any questions please contact Megan Lovelace at Megan@kcdream.org
Save the date for our 5th Annual Driving for Dreams Golf Tournament fundraiser!
100% of your donations are used to fund local dreams
Dream Factory is a 100% volunteer organization
The average dream cost is $5,000 and we currently have 42 children’s dreams awaiting funding
Sponsorship levels range from $500 through $10,000 with additional ways to support. Email lisa@kcdream.org to learn about additional opportunities to support this event
$1000/Golf Foursome
$250/Individual Golfer
What is Rockin’ For Dreams?
It’s our 5th year of bringing some of Kansas City’s greatest tribute bands to the stage to help make dreams come true for chronically and critically ill children.
These events have helped raise over $75,000 dollars over the last four years. We are hoping to raise close to that amount for this year’s event!
Last year’s event was virtual because of COVID. We are excited to announce that this year’s event will be the biggest event ever held by the Rockin’ For Dreams founders.
This year’s event will be held at the beautiful Uptown Theater. Returning for their 5 th year of support to this event is Elton Dan & The Rocket Band. Elton Dan will have several of his friends joining him on stage. Once again KC/DC will join in on the fun supporting us for the 4th year. Finally, new to our event but not to the Dream Factory is Fast Times! This band raised the highest total donations in our competition to open or event! Finally, the one and only Drew Six will be performing in our VIP Lounge during the event!
We will have celebrity guest also attending the event!
Tickets are on sale through the Uptown Theater website & Facebook page. We also have an opportunity for donors & sponsors that want to be a part of the event.
We have 10 tables that seat up to 8 individuals that can be purchased directly through the Dream Factory for $1500 each. This will also include access to our VIP Lounge, food, drink tickets and a swag bag!
Please contact Bob Pennington at (816) 598-2100 if you are interested in more details. Be a part of the charity music event of the year don’t wait and get your tickets now!
Get your tickets here": https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/06005A6F95EC0F69
Dear Dream Recipient,
The Dream Factory has five $3,000 scholarships now available for the 2021-2022 school year to prior Dream Recipients. The deadline for application is April 30, 2021.
THE KMBC LARRY MOORE COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP
In May of 2000, the Dream Factory of Kansas City began a College Scholarship Program in honor of Larry Moore. In 2021, five $3,000 College Scholarships will be available for prior dream recipients who are either college-bound or currently enrolled in college.
Any high school senior or college student who has previously received a dream from the Dream Factory and can show evidence of scholastic ability and leadership qualities is eligible to apply for the Larry Moore Scholarship. This scholarship is to be used at any accredited post-high school institution or four-year college of his or her choice.
You may only receive the Larry Moore Scholarship once (previous winners are not eligible to reapply).
The Scholarship Application must be completed in its entirety and include:
Scholastic Aptitude Test Score or American College Testing Program Score.
Accumulated GPA of at least 3.0 through seven semesters of high school.
Listing of school activities that indicate leadership, responsibility and character.
A 300-word essay on “What the Dream Factory Means to Me.”
Any supplemental information that would be helpful to the Committee.
Scholarship applications available online at www.kcdream.org/larry-moore-scholarship.
Again, make note of the extended DEADLINE DATE OF April 30, 2021
Sincerely,
Bob Pennington
Vice President
Dream Factory of Kansas City
PO Box 26185
Overland Park, KS 66225-6185
Bob@kcdream.org
Unfortunately, last May we announced the cancellation of the 2020 Boulevard of Dreams event due to the coronavirus pandemic and our concern for attendees’ health and safety, as well as that of the Dream Factory’s dreamers, families, and volunteers.
With Covid-19 in mind, Boulevard of Dreams is hosting a safe and fun night at the Boulevard Drive-in Theatre in order to support the amazing kids of the Dream Factory. Grab your family and friends and come enjoy a (socially distanced) night at the drive-in! There will be a short program where dreams will be granted followed by the movie Jumanji Welcome to the Jungle. You can choose to stay in your vehicle or watch the festivities ‘tailgate’ style with plenty of outdoor space to spread out.
Stay tuned here as more details become available.
Date:
Thursday, April 29, 2021
Time:
Gates open at 6:00 pm
The presentation starts at 8:30 pm
Jumanji Welcome to the Jungle starts at 8:45 pm
Price:
GA: $100/car (2-4 people)
VIP: $200/car (4-6 people + snack pack and 1 bottle of wine)
Kill some time before the presentation begins:
> Come hungry! Concessions will be available for purchase from multiple food trucks and beverage carts
> Enjoy a wide variety of Silent Auction baskets. This event will utilize mobile bidding, stay tuned here for item sneak peeks and early bidding!
> Take your chances with the 50/50 Raffle and Blind Wine Wagon Pull
> East Forty Brewing is creating a Limited Edition Dream Ale specifically handcrafted for the Dream Factory called the Dream Catcher
East Forty Brewing company has teamed up with Dream Factory of Greater Kansas City to create a new beer called the Dream Catcher! The time has come to be one of the first to try it!
Dream Catcher ale will be available at the brewery on April 17, Blvd of Dreams on April 29 and a variety of retailers around the metro area thereafter. Follow Dream Factory or East Forty Brewing for details.
Visit East Forty Brewing’s website for more information. Coming soon!
