TAMPA — Through collaborations and neighborhood gatherings, Ashley and Hope to Dream gave full bed sets to almost 14,000 underprivileged kids in 2024.
A twin mattress, bed frame, bedding, and pillow were given to each beneficiary as part of the organization’s 14-year mission to give every kid a place to dream. Since its founding in 2010, Hope to Dream has given to over 180,000 children in the United States and Canada.
“It is impossible to overstate the importance of a restful night’s sleep for a child’s growth and welfare,” stated Ruthie Bautista, vice president of Hope to Dream. We’ve been able to significantly influence communities around the country thanks to the kind donations of our store partners, volunteers, and nonprofits. We are inspired by the chance to broaden our influence and positively impact even more lives as we get ready to commemorate our 15th anniversary in 2025. This historic year signifies not only our legacy of generosity but also our reaffirmed dedication to making sure every child has a safe space to dream.
Fundraising and donations have helped the charity succeed, and every mattress bought at the more than 725 Ashley stores that participate in the program in the United States and Canada contributes to the organization’s goal of giving every child a good night’s sleep. With the goal of donating 15,000 beds in the upcoming year, Hope to Dream will keep up its efforts in 2025.
In order to assist families affected by Hurricanes Helene and Milton, Hope to Dream established a vital collaboration with Metropolitan Ministries in response to natural catastrophes striking Florida’s Gulf Coast. This partnership demonstrated the organization’s capacity to act quickly in times of community emergency while advancing Metropolitan Ministries’ overarching goal of providing care for families that are homeless or at risk.
Tim Marks, president and CEO of Metropolitan Ministries, stated, “This collaboration with Hope to Dream is a prime example of the strength of solidarity in meeting the needs of families in crisis.” We’ve been able to give children who have faced unspeakable adversity not just beds but also a fresh sense of hope because of their incredible generosity and commitment. By working together, we are assisting families in starting again and making sure that every child has a secure and supportive environment in which to grow up.
Hope to Dream bed recipients are chosen via a thorough nomination procedure and tactical collaborations with nonprofits and school districts. This strategy guarantees that beds get to the kids and families that need them the most.