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Devoted Dreamers Foundation
Tempe, AZ · EIN 851358749 · Form 990 · FY2022 · NTEE T22 · Philanthropy & Grantmaking · Small ($100K-$1M) · www.devoteddreamers.org
revenue
$621K
expenses
$776K
net assets
$32K
employees
0
program ratio
84%
mission · from form 990

The goal of the Foundation is to equip the Next Generation of Leaders (athletes, entertainers, politicians, doctors, lawyers etc.) with the tools to be successful spiritually, mentally, and physically. In a nation where Inner-City children are often times more likely to end up in jail than they are pursuing higher education opportunities, the Devoted Dreamers Project has created a number of initiatives aimed at connecting young men and women of the future to the resources needed to make their biggest dreams a reality.

profile · synthesized from sources

Devoted Dreamers Foundation is a nonprofit organization focused on empowering youth through mentorship and holistic development programs. Serving young people aged 8-18, the foundation operates in various states including New Orleans, Mississippi, Tennessee, New Jersey, and New York, emphasizing faith, leadership, and personal growth.

irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2022

what they reported doing

Program narrative the organization filed with the IRS. Ordered by program spending.

  1. #1 primary $162K
    Devoted Dreamers also works to provide the Next Generation with tools to help them live healthy spiritual lives. Activities include Encounter, a one-night worship experience designed to help usher young men and women into the presence of the Lord. Future goals include developing a full day Encounter conference, gospel music and contemporary worship music event (2022), and discipleship and evangelism training summer camp (2028).
  2. #2 $162K
    Devoted Dreamers provides the Next Generation with tools to help them succeed on and off the field. The goal of Devoted Dreamers Sports is to form an Elite High School Select Travel 7 on 7 Football Team comprised of some of the best athletes across the State of Mississippi. Future sports goals include hosting a state-wide flag football tournament (2023) and host the high school state Combine (2028).
named programs · 4 · from sources

what they call their work

Devoted Dreamers Academy
An educational initiative providing after-school programs and summer camps that emphasize character building, leadership, and life skills.
Dining for Dreams
A fundraising event that brings together community members to support the foundation's mission through an elegant dinner and auction.
Encounter Conference
An annual event designed to inspire youth through worship, community, and personal growth experiences.
P.E.A.R.L.S. for Girls
A mentorship program for girls aged 8-18 focusing on character development, leadership, and personal growth through various activities and discussions.
activities · 4 groups

what they do

  • Women's Leadership Development Programs 6 activities
    • P.E.A.R.L.S. Mentorship and Character Development Program
      Operates P.E.A.R.L.S., a mentorship and character development program for girls aged 8-18 (or 10-17), conducting monthly gatherings covering topics such as etiquette, confidence, personal and mental health, fitness, wellness, fashion, creative expression, culinary arts, leadership, career and college preparation, faith, purpose, and identity.
    • P.E.A.R.L.S. Mentorship and Character Development Program
      Operates P.E.A.R.L.S., a mentorship and character development program for girls aged 8-18 (or 10-17), conducting monthly gatherings covering topics such as etiquette, confidence, personal and mental health, fitness, wellness, fashion, creative expression, culinary arts, leadership, career and college preparation, faith, purpose, and identity.
    • P.E.A.R.L.S. Mentorship and Character Development Program
      Operates the P.E.A.R.L.S. program, a mentorship and character development initiative for girls aged 8-18 (or 10-17), conducting monthly gatherings covering topics such as etiquette, confidence, personal and mental health, fitness, wellness, fashion, creative expression, culinary arts, leadership, career and college preparation, faith, purpose, and identity.
    • P.E.A.R.L.S. mentorship and character development program
      Operates P.E.A.R.L.S., a mentorship and character development program for girls aged 8–18, offering monthly gatherings that cover topics including etiquette, confidence, mental health, leadership, career and college preparation, faith, and identity; also referred to as serving girls aged 10–17.
    • P.E.A.R.L.S. mentorship and character development program
      Operates P.E.A.R.L.S., a mentorship and character development program for girls aged 8–18, offering monthly gatherings that cover topics such as etiquette, confidence, mental health, leadership, career preparation, faith, and identity; also referred to as serving girls aged 10–17.
    • P.E.A.R.L.S. mentorship program
      Operates P.E.A.R.L.S., a mentorship and character development program for girls aged 8-18, offering monthly gatherings that cover topics such as etiquette, confidence, mental health, leadership, career preparation, faith, and identity; also known as the PEARLS Program for girls aged 10-17.
  • Christian Retreats & Prayer Events 5 activities
    • Youth and Young Adult Worship Gatherings
      Hosts one-night worship gatherings and an annual event each July for youth and young adults, designed to inspire spiritual transformation and encouragement.
    • Youth and Young Adult Worship Gatherings
      Hosts worship gatherings and an annual event for youth and young adults, designed to inspire spiritual transformation and encouragement.
    • Youth and Young Adult Worship Gatherings
      Hosts one-night worship gatherings and an annual event each July for youth and young adults, designed to inspire spiritual transformation and encouragement.
    • Youth and young adult worship gatherings
      Hosts an annual one-night worship event each July designed to inspire spiritual transformation in youth and young adults.
    • Youth and young adult worship gatherings
      Hosts an annual one-night worship event each July designed to inspire spiritual transformation in youth and young adults.
  • Member-Focused Social Events 3 activities
    • Dining for Dreams fundraising event
      Organizes "Dining for Dreams," a premier fundraising event established in 2020 to support foundation initiatives.
    • Fundraising event management
      Established and operates "Dining for Dreams," a premier fundraising event launched in 2020.
    • Fundraising event: Dining for Dreams
      Organizes "Dining for Dreams," a premier fundraising event established in 2020 to support foundation initiatives.
  • Uncategorized 19 activities
    • Geographic expansion support
      Supported the growth and expansion of Devoted Dreamers programs into New Orleans, Mississippi, Middle Tennessee, New Jersey, and New York.
    • Geographic expansion support
      Supported the growth and establishment of Devoted Dreamers programs in New Orleans, Mississippi, Middle Tennessee, New Jersey, and New York.
    • Holistic Life and Leadership Development Programs
      Offers programs focused on holistic living, leadership development, marriage, and family life, with an emphasis on youth empowerment through sports, faith, and education. This includes providing keynote speaking, panels, intimate conversations, and one-on-one coaching to individuals and families.
    • Holistic Life and Leadership Development Programs
      Offers programs focused on holistic living, leadership development, marriage, and family life, with an emphasis on youth empowerment through sports, faith, and education. This includes providing keynote speaking, panels, intimate conversations, and one-on-one coaching.
    • Holistic Life and Leadership Development Programs
      Offers programs focusing on holistic living, leadership development, marriage, and family life, with an emphasis on youth empowerment through sports, faith, and education. This includes providing keynote speaking, panels, intimate conversations, and one-on-one coaching to individuals and families.
    • Leadership and personal development programs
      Offers programs focused on holistic living, leadership development, marriage, and family life, including keynote speaking, panels, intimate conversations, and one-on-one coaching for individuals and families across age groups and professions.
    • Leadership and personal development programs
      Offers programs focused on holistic living, leadership development, marriage, and family life, with emphasis on youth empowerment through sports, faith, and education; includes keynote speaking, panels, intimate conversations, and one-on-one coaching for individuals and families across age groups and professions.
    • Leadership and personal development programs
      Offers programs focused on holistic living, leadership development, marriage, and family life, with emphasis on youth empowerment through sports, faith, and education; includes keynote speaking, panels, intimate conversations, and one-on-one coaching for individuals and families across age groups and professions.
    • Organizational Growth Support
      Supports the growth of Devoted Dreamers in various locations including New Orleans, Mississippi, Middle Tennessee, New Jersey, and New York.
    • Regional Growth Support
      Supports the growth of Devoted Dreamers in various regions including New Orleans, Mississippi, Middle Tennessee, New Jersey, and New York.
    • Regional expansion support
      Supports the growth and operational development of Devoted Dreamers chapters in New Orleans, Mississippi, Middle Tennessee, New Jersey, and New York.
    • Summer Camp for Youth
      Operates a 4-week summer camp for youth entering grades 6th-8th.
    • Summer Camp for Youth
      Operates a 4-week summer camp for youth entering grades 6th-8th.
    • Summer Camp for Youth
      Operates a 4-week summer camp for youth entering grades 6th-8th.
    • Summer camp for middle school youth
      Operates a 4-week summer camp program for youth entering grades 6th through 8th.
    • Summer camp for middle school youth
      Operates a 4-week summer camp program for youth entering grades 6th through 8th.
    • Support for Devoted Dreamers Chapters
      Supports the growth of Devoted Dreamers in various locations including New Orleans, Mississippi, Middle Tennessee, New Jersey, and New York.
    • Support for Devoted Dreamers Chapters
      Supports the growth of Devoted Dreamers in various locations including New Orleans, Mississippi, Middle Tennessee, New Jersey, and New York.
    • Youth summer camp
      Operates a 4-week summer camp program for youth entering grades 6th through 8th.
financials · form 990 · fy2022
revenue
Total revenue$621K
Contributions & grants$621K100%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$776K
Program expenses84%
Admin / overhead7%
Fundraising10%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$270K
Largest expense lineProfessional Fees
balance sheet
Total assets$32K
Cash$32K
Investments$0
Liabilities$0
Net assets$32K
Liquid reserves0.5 mo
1 years on record · 2022–2022
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2022

who runs it

board members · 3
  • David Loria — Director / Treasurer
  • Demario Davis — Director / President
  • Tamela Davis — Director / Secretary
relationships · 6

who they work with

  • Demario Davis Partner — Co-Founder of the Devoted Dreamers Foundation with his wife, Tamela Gill Davis.
  • Demario Davis Partner — Delivers the keynote message at the Encounter Conference.
  • Ochsner Hospital Partner — Partners on the "Beyond Sports" program to teach health, wellness, and injury prevention.
  • community organizations Partner — Works closely with community organizations to deliver programming for the PEARLS Program.
  • partner agencies Partner — Works closely with partner agencies to deliver programming for the PEARLS Program.
  • schools Partner — Works closely with schools to deliver programming for the PEARLS Program.