Mission
Founded in 2010, Dream Big! is a Boston-based nonprofit organization that empowers girls and young women from low-income situations by providing essential resources such as sports equipment, uniforms, program fees, and leadership training. This organization partners with schools and community organizations to identify and fulfill the needs of girls to encourage participation in sports, which fosters health, education, and well-being.
Basic Information
Founded in
2010
EIN
27-2204294
Total Assets
$142.6 thousand
UN Sustainable Development Goals Supported
This organization contributes to the following United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. See the SDG page for more information.
At a Glance

Jack Dorsey's #startsmall Grant
$250,000 grant from Jack Dorsey’s philanthropic initiative to support girls' empowerment through sports.

Dream Big! Leadership Conference
An event pairing female student-athletes from urban communities with accomplished women athletes.

Success Stories Podcast
A podcast sharing stories of girls empowered through sports and physical activities.
Impact Stats
Number of girls impacted
Over 75,000 girls impacted
Since its inception, Dream Big! has impacted the lives of more than 75,000 girls, young women, and elementary school children in economically disadvantaged communities.
Funds raised during Boston Marathon
Boston Marathon Partnership
Dream Big! has raised over $200,000 through the Boston Marathon to support girls from low-income situations.
Equipment and scholarships awarded
Equipment Grants and Scholarships
Through various grants and scholarships, Dream Big! provides essential equipment, attire, and program fees to girls in need.
Our Programs
Program Scholarships
Helping girls cover program and college showcase fees to participate in sports.
Learn MoreMIP Score (Beta)
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Overall Score
57
48
/100
Program Expense Ratio
85.24%
16
/20
Program Revenue Growth
0.00%
2
/20
Leverage Ratio
0.1608
16
/20
Working Capital Ratio
0.156
4
/20
Fundraising Efficiency
1.695
10
/20
Latest Filing Data: Form 990
Fiscal Year:2021
Source:Source: Self-reported by organization
Financial Details
Revenue
Category | Amount | Percentage |
---|---|---|
Contributions, Gifts, and Grants | 794.5K | 102.86% |
Program Services | 0 | 0.00% |
Investment Income | 0 | 0.00% |
Sales of Non-Inventory Assets | 0 | 0.00% |
Other Notable Sources | 0 | 0.00% |
Total Revenue | 772.4K | 100.00% |
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