Dream Team
The Dream Makers Gala Celebration: Generations of Success!
Thursday, Sept. 28
Graduate Hotel
151 Goodman Drive.
Gala event open to community members, corporate partners, and supporters who share a passion for investing in the potential of young people.
For registration information, sponsorship opportunities, and event details, visit /www.cycyouth.org/dreammakers.
Cincinnati Youth Collaborative (CYC) is thrilled to announce its most anticipated fundraising event of the year – the Dream Makers Gala celebrating 35 years of CYC! Cincinnati Youth Collaborative is a nonprofit organization committed to nurturing the potential of youth through innovative educational programs, mentoring initiatives, and college and career readiness support.
Set to take place on September 28th at The Graduate Hotel, the Dream Makers Gala promises an unforgettable evening of inspiration, community, and celebration. This year we will be time traveling with a 1980’s theme as we celebrate 35 years of excellence. The Dream Makers gala holds special significance as it will honor this year's nine Outstanding student scholarship recipients! This year's Outstanding Students are all recent graduates from Cincinnati area high schools (Shroder High School, Oyler High School, Mt. Healthy High School, North College Hill High School, Western Hills High School) and are all pursuing post-secondary education and employment representing colleges like The University of Cincinnati, Xavier University, Northern Kentucky University, and more. We are thrilled to come together to celebrate the accomplishments and success of our Outstanding student scholarship recipients.
Attendees can look forward to an elegant evening filled with captivating speeches, heartwarming success stories, student performances, and a lovely dinner by the bite all dedicated to showcasing the power of education and mentorship. As part of the festivities, Cincinnati Youth Collaborative will be inducting its inaugural class into The CYC Hall of Fame. This year's Hall of Fame class includes Ed Berg, Wan Lim, Charlie Cavallo, Procter and Gamble, and Miriam West, who have achieved remarkable success in their respective fields and have demonstrated an unwavering commitment to empowering the next generation. Our honorees have long supported CYC through their work with UC Med Mentors, Saturday Hoops and other CYC mentoring programs.
Cincinnati Youth Collaborative believes that every young person deserves the opportunity to dream big and achieve their full potential. The Dream Makers Gala Celebration is not only a moment to honor remarkable individuals but also a reflection of our commitment to fostering a brighter future for our youth. Funds raised from the gala will directly support Cincinnati Youth Collaborative’s essential programs, including college and career readiness initiatives, mentoring programs, and other transformative experiences designed to equip young individuals with the skills, knowledge, and support they need to thrive in an ever-changing world.