Tax Season is Here! ?? Did your employees earn less than $68,000 in 2024? If so, they may qualify for FREE federal and state tax preparation provided by IRS-certified preparers! At Dreams for Change, we’re committed to supporting individuals and families in navigating tax season without the stress or cost. Here’s how to schedule an appointment: ?? Call 2-1-1 ?? Visit: www.DreamsForChange.org Let’s ensure everyone gets the refunds and credits they’ve earned! Please share this post to spread the word to anyone who could benefit. Together, we can make tax season a little easier for all. #TaxSeason2025 #FreeTaxHelp #IRS #CommunitySupport
Dreams for Change
个人和家庭福利保障
San Diego，California 505 位关注者
Dreams for Change pioneers innovative and cost-effective programs that stabilize the lives of individuals and families
关于我们
Dreams for Change was founded in May 2009 by Teresa Smith, Ph.D., to serve the needs of families and individuals struggling due to the recession’s economic downturn by starting the first congregant Safe Parking Program. Since then, Dreams for Change has pioneered other cost-effective programs that stabilize the lives of thousands of individuals experiencing homelessness and diverting people from becoming homeless. Dreams for Change takes a 3 Paths to Stability approach. These paths include: Support – Case Management, Safe Parking, and Safe Sleeping Employment – Workforce Training, Job Readiness & Personal Development Classes, along with job placement or education opportunities Assets – Free Tax Preparation and Financial Literacy
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https://dreamsforchange.org
Dreams for Change的外部链接
- 所属行业
- 个人和家庭福利保障
- 规模
- 51-200 人
- 总部
- San Diego，California
- 类型
- 非营利机构
- 创立
- 2009
- 领域
- Advocates for our homeless population、Financial Literacy、Case Management、Workforce Training、employment social enterprises、Safe Parking、Safe Sleeping 、Free Tax Preperation、Volunteer Income Tax Assistance和Food Trucks
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4699 Murphy Canyon Rd
US，California，San Diego，92123
Dreams for Change员工
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Did you know that Dreams For Change operates a tax office in El Centro? In 2024, we proudly served 2,000 households in our community! As we gear up for the upcoming tax season, we’re on the lookout for passionate volunteers to join our incredible Imperial Valley tax team. Want to make a difference while gaining valuable experience? Join us in helping our community thrive! #DreamsForChange #Volunteer #TaxSeason #ElCentro
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?? Happy Holidays from all of us at Dreams For Change! ?? This year, our team gathered for a joyful celebration at McGregor's Bar and Grill. It was a night filled with laughter, camaraderie, and a spirit of appreciation for the amazing work we do together. A special thank you to Diversionary Theater, Trinity Theater, Cygnet Theater, the WNDR Museum, and the Living Coast Museum for their generous contributions of tickets. We also want to give a big shoutout to Sara Kelley for creating 13 wonderful gift baskets for our employee raffle — what a thoughtful gesture! As we reflect on the year, we are grateful for our talented team and the incredible support from our community. Wishing everyone a joyful holiday season and a prosperous New Year! ?? #DreamsForChange #Holidays #Gratitude #TeamCelebration #CommunitySupport #JoyfulSeason #HolidaySpirit #ThankYou #Teamwork #GivingBack #CelebratingTogether #SupportLocal #EndOfYearReflection #FestiveFun #SeasonOfGiving #NewYearAhead #McGregorsBarandGrill #DiversionaryTheater #TrinityTheater #CygnetTheater #WNDRMuseum #LivingCoastMuseum #CommunitySupport #LocalTheater #GiftBaskets #ThankYou #EmployeeAppreciation #SupportLocal #CultureAndCommunity
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?? A heartfelt thank you for your incredible generosity! Our clients will truly appreciate all the thoughtfully crafted items made with kindness. Your support makes a difference! ?? #Gratitude #KindnessMatters
This December we hosted our first community donation drive, gathering personal hygiene items and fleece blankets for those in need this holiday season! We want to express our heartfelt gratitude to our communities who generously donated items to the drive. We also want to thank our COAR Team, who worked hard to assemble kits and blankets will make a difference in our communities! Santa Rosa donations are on their way to?Petaluma People Services Center, an organization that offers counseling, economic sustainability, youth programming, homelessness prevention and access to fresh food for the Petaluma Community. San Diego donations are headed to?Dreams for Change, an organization that offers innovative and cost-effective programs that empower and stabilize the lives of underserved families and individuals across San Diego. Thank you for your donation contributions and time assembling: McParlane & Associates, Inc. Degenkolb Engineers ELEN Consulting, Inc. DELANE Engineering, Inc. Clark Construction Group Integra Planning + Landscape Architecture Wright Contracting #COARintheCommunity?#ThankYou
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Meet Kim, one of our incredible Board Members and a longtime VITA Volunteer! As we gear up for the upcoming tax season, we invite you to join Kim and hundreds of other passionate volunteers. No prior experience is needed—our team will provide all the necessary training to help you become an IRS Certified Volunteer Tax Preparer. Whether you're a high school or college student seeking real-life experience and volunteer hours, or a working professional, retiree, or stay-at-home parent wanting to make a meaningful impact, we’d love to have you on board! Contact us to sign up or learn more!
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?? New Video Alert! ?? We’re one of the 61 amazing employment social enterprises (ESEs) in the California Regional Initiative for Social Enterprise (CA RISE)! ?? Businesses like ours are creating pathways to meaningful careers and helping thousands of Californians gain the skills and stability they need to thrive. ?? ?? Check out the video to learn how CA RISE is reshaping the future of work and unlocking opportunities across California! #CARISE #EmploymentSocialEnterprise #CommunityImpact #JobCreation
???Watch now!??? Leaders and lawmakers from every corner of California convened to celebrate the launch of CA RISE, a first-of-its-kind statewide investment in employment social enterprise (ESEs) — businesses that hire individuals striving to overcome systemic employment barriers. Along with crucial funding, each mission-driven business in the 61-member cohort receives capacity-building support and access to a powerful network of peers to bolster their bottom line and increase their impact. The result? Thousands more Californians will gain access to employment opportunities! ?? Check out our new video to learn more about CA RISE and how public-private partnerships are expanding economic inclusion and mobility across California: https://lnkd.in/eANkANXY ?? Many thanks to the Office of California Governor Gavin Newsom for approving the nation's first statewide investment in ESEs, to the California Office of the Small Business Advocate (CalOSBA) for their partnership on this initiative, and to Lendistry for serving as fiscal agent. #CARISE #EmploymentSocialEnterprise #CommunityImpact #JobCreation
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?As we near the end of the year, we're excited to celebrate Samantha Hayes, a true champion for change!? ?Since joining Dreams For Change in October 2023, she’s helped many individuals and families find stable housing and led our new Spring Valley Safe Parking site—where an impressive 79% of participants have found homes! Samantha’s compassion and strong connections with property managers make all the difference. Inspired by her grandmother, she is dedicated to ensuring no one faces vulnerability alone. Join us in supporting services like Samantha's that foster community and belonging. Together, we can change lives, one home at a time.?
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A huge shoutout to the 600+ amazing volunteers! Your dedication and kindness have made a world of difference in the lives of our program participants and tax clients. Thank you for bringing joy and support to our community! #DreamsForChange #VolunteerAppreciation #CommunityImpact
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?? Why Volunteer with VITA at Dreams for Change? ?? Are you looking to make a difference in your community? Join our passionate team of VITA Volunteers! Here’s why some of our incredible volunteers decided to sign up: ? "I heard about VITA from a friend, and it inspired me to help those whom Dreams for Change supports." ? "I wanted to give back and help people in need!" ? "After working with DFC for three years, I've seen the real impact we make in our clients' lives. The gratitude and relief on their faces make it all worthwhile!" ? "I’ve always wanted to use my tax knowledge to support low-income families, and volunteering here allows me to do just that." ? "Having previously volunteered for 4 years in Florida, I wanted to continue making a positive impact." When you join us, you’re not just filing taxes; you’re transforming lives. Come be part of a rewarding experience and help ensure that everyone who qualifies has access to free tax returns! ???? Are you ready to make a meaningful difference? Sign up today to become a VITA Volunteer with Dreams for Change! ?? #Volunteer #VITAVolunteers #DreamsForChange #CommunityImpact #MakeADifference
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