Creating space for life-changing conversations
Learn more about becoming
a Champion at TalentDreams.
TalentDreams is an online mentoring platform that connects Members, with Mentors. Members are ages 15-22, and we call them Dreamers. Mentors come from all walks of life and we call them Champions. Champions are amazing resources for our Dreamers to tap into and learn from.
The TalentDreams platform allows Dreamers to request to meet with any Champion. We call this meeting a Mentor Moment. A Mentor Moment is when a Dreamer and Champion meet online via zoom.
We believe that community and purpose play a key role in a young person's life, and that having access to mentors can make a huge difference in the lives and development of our youth and young adults. We want everyone to have an equal chance of achieving their potential regardless of gender, race, background or any other factor.
TalentDreams is committed to serving youth and young adults ages 15-22. Particularly those tackling the challenges, trials, and tribulations adolescence and early adulthood can often bring. Through our mission, we strive to empower the youth of our community to tap into their potential and develop the confidence and skills to become the leaders they were born to be. These are our Members. We call them-
TalentDreams is committed to serving youth and young adults ages 15-22. Particularly those tackling the challenges, trials, and tribulations adolescence and early adulthood can often bring. Through our mission, we strive to empower the youth of our community to tap into their potential and develop the confidence and skills to become the leaders they were born to be. These are our Members. We call them-
Dreamers.
What does it mean to be a leader?Being a leader is just a state of… being. A mindset. It’s taking ownership of your life and starts from within. It’s holding yourself accountable, being true to who you are– and in doing so, that may inspire others to do the same.
That’s leadership. Everyone, can be a leader in their own life. We want to create a place for the youth of our community, where they can meet like-minded peers and mentors, discover their passions and talents, and surround themselves with a network of supporters who believe in them. Welcome to TalentDreams.
That’s leadership. Everyone, can be a leader in their own life. We want to create a place for the youth of our community, where they can meet like-minded peers and mentors, discover their passions and talents, and surround themselves with a network of supporters who believe in them. Welcome to TalentDreams.
Dreamers are
Ages 15 - 18
High school (or equivalent) students.
Ages 18 - 22
Young adults.
ages 15 - 22
Youth and young adults facing economic and racial barriers or emotional disconnect.
How it works
TalentDreams provides Dreamers (members) with unique access to a network of Champions. Dreamers are youth and young adults from ages 15-22. Champions are invaluable resources and committed to serving our community of Dreamers.
Everything we do is free for Dreamers. Click here to learn more.
Dreamers
Once you become a member, you can log into TalentDreams and search or preview mentor profiles online. Profiles include information on who the Champion is such as their industry, a brief bio, focus areas, interests, hobbies, and much more.
mentor Moment
A Dreamer can request to meet with a TalentDreams Champion. A single conversation, at the right time, has the power to change the trajectory of your life. Sometimes, hearing someone else's perspective is all we need.
Champions
Champions from diverse backgrounds are available to speak 1:1 with Dreamers who would like to hear about their experience, how they got to where they are, or what helped them accomplish the things they have.
Become a Supporter of Talent Dreams!!
After over several years of planning and tireless work, and tens of thousands of dollars of out-of-pocket expenses, we are in the final stages of our Launch Schedule.
Read our Letter from the President to learn more.
We need your help. In order to deliver on our mission, we're building out a website with an integrated technology platform to match Dreamers with Champions and support their Mentor Moment sessions, employing full-time staff, incurring all the operational expenses that come with running a small business, and investing in all of the infrastructure and critical components that will support TalentDreams to grow into its vision in the years to come. We NEED your help. Please consider becoming a Supporter today!
Your Donation powers TalentDreams
Your donation as a Supporter is tax-deductible. TalentDreams is a non-stock non-profit organization registered with the IRS [we are a tax-exempt organization, as defined by section 501(c)(3) of the IRS], where donors may be able to deduct contributions for tax exemptions as provided in IRC 170(c)(2) of the U.S. Tax Code.
We rely heavily on our benefactors who believe in what we're doing- the individuals, foundations, and businesses, whose generous contributions provide us the operational ability to deliver on our mission.
The team at TalentDreams is working hard to build something that will support the youth of our community for decades to come, and the contributions we receive are instrumental in helping us accomplish our mission to inspire, enrich, and mentor young people so they can discover, embrace, and express their talent and pursue their dreams.
We are deeply very grateful to all those who contribute their time or money to support our mission.
We rely heavily on our benefactors who believe in what we're doing- the individuals, foundations, and businesses, whose generous contributions provide us the operational ability to deliver on our mission.
The team at TalentDreams is working hard to build something that will support the youth of our community for decades to come, and the contributions we receive are instrumental in helping us accomplish our mission to inspire, enrich, and mentor young people so they can discover, embrace, and express their talent and pursue their dreams.
We are deeply very grateful to all those who contribute their time or money to support our mission.
Champions
Our network of Champions come from all walks of life, with varied vocations and chosen professions, but they're all dedicated to the same thing-- serving the youth and young adults of our community as best they can.
What we do
Mentoring
We provide 1:1 mentoring.
group TRAINING
We conduct group training programs.
Interactive Events
We host events covering many different topics.
Member Support
We provide individual support.
What our Dreamers are saying...
- "I was able to connect several times with a Champion from TalentDreams. It was nice to get another perspective in addition to my parents and teachers. Hearing about his experience helped me realize I wasn't alone in the way I was feeling. The way he challenged me with simple questions, helped me think about certain things differently. For me, TalentDreams is a great opportunity to connect with amazing resources I wouldn't otherwise have access to."Student @ Arroyo Grande High School
- "Coming soon..."Linda Collins, Member
- "Coming soon..."John Smith, Member