Colorado Gives Day 2025
Top 10 Reasons to Support “I Have A Dream” Foundation of Boulder County on Colorado Gives Day!
On Colorado Gives Day, your gift to IHDF goes further thanks to statewide incentive funds that boost every donation. Your support helps Dreamer Scholars access long-term, life-changing opportunities—academically, socially, and throughout their postsecondary journeys.
Gift Match Opportunities:
The first $10,000 donated to the "I Have A Dream" Foundation of Boulder County on Colorado Gives Day
will be matched by a generous donor (beginning Monday afternoon).
New monthly gifts will be matched up to $100 for the first month.
Donations on Monday afternoon through Tuesday will be entered to win Broncos tickets for December 14. Be sure to include your contact information!
(Tickets are non-transferable, may not be sold and must be received on a mobile device. Be sure to include your contact information! Gift must be made through the Colorado Gives platform.)
10. Long-Term—1st Grade to 1st Job
Your contribution to IHDF invests in 12+ years of holistic enrichment: We walk with each Dreamer Scholar from first grade through post-secondary and career readiness.
9. Postsecondary Dreams Become Reality
Your gift fuels Dreamer Scholars’ growth from elementary school through postsecondary studies with scholarships, coaching, career exploration and preparation.
8. Gift Matching!
Incentive funds help your gift go even further. Learn more at give.dreamboulder.org.
7. Stronger Families, Stronger Community
Your donation becomes part of our 2 Generation strategy that seeks economic mobility for families across Boulder & Weld Counties facing economic challenges. You are part of building a more resilient community.
6. Academic + Social-Emotional Support
You fund a holistic approach that includes tutoring, field trips, college visits, STEAM education and essential SEL supports that help students thrive. Our evidence-based social-emotional learning, literacy and math curricula are highly effective!
5. Closing the Opportunity Gap
Your donation directly expands access and opportunity for students most impacted by systemic inequities. Dreamer Scholars can look forward to dozens of opportunities to explore future options and scholarships that make postsecondary education attainable.
4. Proven Outcomes You Can Trust
IHDF students have high graduation rates–100% of seniors in 2025–and persist in college at very high rates thanks to long-term relationships and evidence-based programming.
3. Boost Your Impact with the Child Care Tax Credit
Gifts of $250 or more typically qualify for the amazing Colorado Child Care Contribution Credit, which allows eligible donors to typically reduce state taxes by 50% of the donation. (Consult a tax expert regarding your situation.)
2. Inspire a Dreamer Scholar
Your generosity sends a powerful message: “You matter. You belong. Your dreams are possible.”
1. Help Carry MLK’s Dream Forward
Your gift helps build a Boulder County where every child has access to opportunity, dignity, and the chance to pursue their dreams.
