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Hope to Dream Provides Nearly 14,000 Complete Beds in ’24
January 1,
2025 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry 
Hope to Dream, a non–profit organization, reached a significant milestone in 2024, providing nearly 14,000 children in need with complete bed sets through its extensive network of partnerships and community events. Each recipient received a twin mattress, bed frame, bedding, and pillow, marking another successful year in the organization's 14-year journey of ensuring every child has a place to dream. Hope to Dream has donated over 180,000 to children across the U.S. and in Canada since its inception in 2010.
The charity has found success through fundraising efforts and donations, while each mattress purchased at over 725 participating Ashley stores in the U.S. and Canada helps to fulfill the mission to provide every child with a good night’s sleep. Hope to Dream will continue their efforts in 2025, aiming to donate 15,000 beds in the coming year.
In response to natural disasters affecting Florida's Gulf Coast, Hope to Dream formed a crucial partnership with Metropolitan Ministries to support families impacted by Hurricanes Helene and Milton. This collaboration exemplified the organization's ability to respond swiftly to community crises while supporting Metropolitan Ministries' broader mission of caring for homeless and at-risk families.
“This partnership with Hope to Dream exemplifies the power of unity in addressing the needs of families facing crisis," said Tim Marks, President and CEO of Metropolitan Ministries. "Thanks to their extraordinary generosity and dedication, we've been able to provide not just beds, but a renewed sense of hope to children who have endured unimaginable hardships. Together, we are helping families rebuild their lives and ensuring that every child has a safe and nurturing place to dream.”
"The power of a good night's sleep cannot be underestimated in a child's development and well-being," said Ruthie Bautista, Vice President of Hope to Dream. "Through the generous support of our retail partners, volunteers, and charitable organizations, we've been able to make a significant impact in communities nationwide. As we prepare to celebrate our 15th anniversary in 2025, we're energized by the opportunity to expand our reach and touch even more lives. This milestone year represents not just our history of giving, but our renewed commitment to ensuring every child has a proper place to dream."
Recipients of Hope to Dream beds are selected through a comprehensive nomination process and strategic partnerships with school districts and charitable organizations. This approach ensures that beds reach the children and families who need them most.
To learn more about the program and to nominate a child in need visit www.ahopetodream.com.