Your school can now fundraise directly for Blood Cancer United's Dare to Dream Project - where 100% of funds raised go directly to kids with blood cancer. Dare to Dream is a unique, innovation program that aims to transform blood cancer treatment and care for kids by funding research and providing free support for patients and their families
The Dare to Dream Project, powering innovative research, new, safer treatments, support services, and advocacy...for kids.
We are raising $175 million to support global, collaborative research and treatments for children's blood cancers, expanding the PedAL Master Clinical Trial, and widening our range of free education, personalized support services, financial assistance, and advocacy on behalf of all children and their families.
FAQs
What is Dare to Dream Schools?
Dare to Dream Schools is a student-centered fundraising program where kids help other kids by raising money and awareness for blood cancer. Schools, students, staff, and families work together to make a meaningful impact through fundraising and acts of kindness.
Where does the money go?
100% of funds raised support the Dare to Dream Project, helping fund blood cancer research, patient support programs, and advancements in safer, more effective treatments.
How does our school get started?
Getting started is easy. Schools can register at BloodCancerUnited.org/DaretoDreamSchools. A Dare to Dream team member will follow up with resources, guidance, and next steps to help launch your campaign.
Is there a cost to participate?
No. There is no cost for schools, students, or families to participate in Dare to Dream Schools.
Who can participate?
Students of all ages can participate with support from parents, caregivers, school staff, and volunteers. Schools may choose to involve classrooms, clubs, grade levels, or the entire school community.
How do students and schools raise funds?
Schools can choose fundraising activities that work best for their community, including online fundraising, classroom challenges, school events, spirit days, and student-led activities. Resources and fundraising ideas are provided to help make participation simple and successful.
What support will our school receive?
Every participating school receives access to fundraising resources, a school guide, promotional materials, online fundraising tools, and support from a dedicated Dare to Dream staff partner throughout the campaign.
Get access to our Common Core aligned STEM curriculum, and SEL activities modeled after the CASEL framework – the nation’s leading organization advancing the development of social and emotional competence for students.
Include these resources into your fundraiser, making this a comprehensive learning experience for your students. Register today to get access!
Recognition
Schools can earn a Tango gift card with value based on their total fundraising amount. Tango offers a variety of merchant gift cards, including Domino’s! After you complete your school fundraiser, submit the online Wrap-Up Report. Once your report is received and all donations have been processed, your school's gift card will be sent electronically.
