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GIVING
66 · 2018 GG SPRINGFIELD BUSINESS JOURNAL
n Mission Statement
The Springfield Dream Center exists as a hub of practical
help and life-giving hope to families in Springfield, Missouri.
Located in Zone 1, the Dream Center gives donors and
supporters opportunities to make an impact by providing
food resources, life skills and kid programs where they are
needed most.
n Service Area
Springfield, Missouri, specifically Zone 1.
The Dream Center is in the Woodland Heights
Neighborhood and works directly with Bowerman
Elementary and Reed Middle School.
n Funding
The Springfield Dream Center offers services and
classes free of charge to participants. Special events,
private, and corporate donors are the primary funding
sources. Foundations, grants, gym rentals and gifts-in-kind
also contribute to the total annual revenue.
n 12 Month Goals
In the next 12 months the Dream Center’s goals are:
1. Increase programs offered to include one or two of
the most requested classes/support gathered from our
families.
2. Increase awareness of the Dream Center’s offerings to
potential participants, volunteers, and donors.
3. Convert 25 percent of one-time donors to ongoing
donors through easy-to-use giving technology,
e-newsletter updates, and helpful information about
ongoing support.
4. Identify a social entrepreneurship opportunity that would
both increase sustainable funds along with fulfill the
mission of the Dream Center and advancing families
towards stability.
5. Create a leadership academy geared towards 6th -12th
graders discovering their strengths through volunteer
service, mentorship, and life skills.
n Annual Events
• Hoopin’ for Hope 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament –
Oct. 12, 2018
• Dream Makers Celebration – Nov. 2, 2018
• Zone 1 Run 5k – Spring 2019
• Dream Makers Classic Golf Tournament – Fall 2019
n How People & Businesses Can Help
Become a monthly donor.
Host a generosity dinner. Invite your circle of influence
to dinner and we will help you tell the story of the Dream
Center and give them an opportunity to provide help and
hope.
Bring your small group, work group or family to the
Dream Center for a tour or volunteer opportunity.
Become an ally or mentor for one of our class
participants.
n Testimonials
“My life was chaos before coming here. Now, my family
has learned to budget and set goals. We have hope.” —
Amanda
“When I came to the Dream Center I only had one
person to talk to (my granny). Now I have lots of people like
Mr. Andy, Miss Brandi, Miss Quila and other teachers.” —
Gary, DC Academy Student
“The Dream Center saved our family. We were able to
get our feet back under us, stay clean and start giving
back. The Dream Center has provided us support and a
family when we needed one the most.” — Stacey and Zac
ADDRESS:
829 W. Atlantic St.
Springfield, MO 65803
PHONE: 417-720-1065
WEBSITE:
/springfielddreamcenter
/@sgfDreamCenter
TOTAL NUMBER OF EMPLOYEES (FTE):
3
ANNUAL REVENUES
(MOST RECENT FISCAL YEAR):
$325,000
TOP EXECUTIVE:
Jody Glazner, Executive Director
BOARD OF DIRECTORS CHAIRPERSON:
Jeremy Johnson, Lead Pastor,
North Point Church
BOARD OF DIRECTORS:
Matt Morris, Administrator,
Missouri State University
Shannon McMurtrey, Professor,
Drury University
Rob Neal, Partner,
ServiceWorld Business Solutions
Stephanie Jenkins, Co-Host,
88.3 The Wind
Angie McDonald, Owner,
Boat Life Living
ADVISORY BOARD MEMBERS:
Kim Burke
Amber Riddle
Charlie Kennedy
Alan Lockhart
Linda Daughtery
Shannon Yarnell
Amy Austin
Cheree Whaley
Dustin Dover