Dream Project working to make higher education accessible to all https://dream-project.org/ Our scholarship and mentorship relieves barriers for undocumented immigrants in higher education Sat, 02 Aug 2025 19:46:49 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.2 https://i0.wp.com/dream-project.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/cropped-Dreamproject_logo_final-12-01.png?fit=32%2C32&ssl=1 Dream Project working to make higher education accessible to all https://dream-project.org/ 32 32 213048040 NOW HIRING: EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR https://dream-project.org/now-hiring-executive-director/ Sat, 02 Aug 2025 19:45:02 +0000 https://dream-project.org/?p=6600 EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Salary Range $90,000- $120,00 About the Dream Project The Dream Project empowers students from Virginia’s immigrant community to succeed in college or vocational training through scholarships, mentoring, family engagement, and holistic support throughout their education. The Dream Project was established in 2010, when […]

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]]> 6600 NOW HIRING: Communications and Events Coordinator https://dream-project.org/now-hiring-communications-and-events-coordinator/ Fri, 27 Jun 2025 19:49:03 +0000 https://dream-project.org/?p=6591 Communications and Events Coordinator Salary: $53,000 per year (40-hour work week) The Dream Project’s mission is to empower Virginia high school graduates whose immigration status creates barriers to post-secondary education. We support these students in accessing and succeeding in college through scholarships, mentoring, and scholar […]

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]]> 6591 Immigration Registration Requirement Fact-Sheet https://dream-project.org/immigration-registration-requirement-fact-sheet/ Thu, 24 Apr 2025 18:13:05 +0000 https://dream-project.org/?p=6505 The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has implemented a non-citizen registration requirement. A legal challenge to the registration program has been denied by a court, and it appears the registration rules will go into effect. Do not panic! Read this fact sheet to see […]

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]]> 6505 (Position Filled) NOW HIRING: Mentoring Coordinator, Contract https://dream-project.org/now-hiring-mentoring-coordinator-contract/ Mon, 07 Apr 2025 18:48:27 +0000 https://dream-project.org/?p=6496 Job Description: Mentoring Coordinator (View PDF Here) Organization: Dream Project Position Type: Hybrid (Must be located in the Northern Virginia region). Contract (20 hours per month) This role will require primarily evening and weekend hours to accommodate program activities. Preferred start date is May 19, […]

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]]> 6496 Supporter Spotlight: Board Chair Tim Lawler https://dream-project.org/supporter-spotlight-board-chair-tim-lawler/ Thu, 27 Feb 2025 21:15:31 +0000 https://dream-project.org/?p=6440 The following story is from the Dream Project’s 2024 Annual Report “Supporter Spotlight” section. This year, we featured Board Chair and Mentor, Tim Lawler. Read Tim’s story below. “For the past three years I have had the privilege of being a Dream Project mentor – […]

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]]> 6440 How to Use “DESIGNATION OF A STANDBY GUARDIAN” Form https://dream-project.org/how-to-use-designation-of-a-standby-guardian-form/ Fri, 31 Jan 2025 19:00:10 +0000 https://dream-project.org/?p=6317 In the event a parent is taken by immigration officers, it is not too early to plan for a trusted adult to take care of the children under the age of 18. What is the Designation of Standby Guardian? Virginia law has a provision, section 16.1-352, […]

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]]> 6317 Annual Report Spotlight: Dream Project Alumni https://dream-project.org/annual-report-spotlight-dream-project-alumni/ Fri, 22 Nov 2024 22:14:21 +0000 https://dream-project.org/?p=6222 “When I was two years old, my mother left Mongolia for a job opportunity, and a better means to provide for our family. It was heartbreaking being away from her. Even though I was young, I understood why she had to leave. Two years later, […]

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]]> 6222 The 2023-24 Dream Project Annual Report is Out! https://dream-project.org/the-2023-24-dream-project-annual-report-is-out/ https://dream-project.org/the-2023-24-dream-project-annual-report-is-out/#respond Tue, 12 Nov 2024 19:23:38 +0000 https://dream-project.org/?p=6166 As we reflect on another year of growth and impact, the Dream Project is excited to share the 2023-24 Annual Report. This document highlights the incredible achievements, stories of success, and the key data points showcasing the unwavering dedication to our community. Thanks to your […]

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]]> https://dream-project.org/the-2023-24-dream-project-annual-report-is-out/feed/ 0 6166 Statement from Executive Director Karen Vallejos Corrales on 2024 Election Results https://dream-project.org/statement-from-executive-director-karen-vallejos-corrales-on-2024-election-results/ https://dream-project.org/statement-from-executive-director-karen-vallejos-corrales-on-2024-election-results/#respond Fri, 08 Nov 2024 16:55:16 +0000 https://dream-project.org/?p=6151 “The path to progress and justice is not always linear. For our community, it often feels more like a route of twists and turns with every election cycle — offering moments of calm only to bring renewed uncertainty and anxiety to the lives of immigrant […]

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]]> https://dream-project.org/statement-from-executive-director-karen-vallejos-corrales-on-2024-election-results/feed/ 0 6151 NOW HIRING: Program Assistant (Part-Time) https://dream-project.org/now-hiring-program-assistant-part-time/ https://dream-project.org/now-hiring-program-assistant-part-time/#respond Wed, 30 Oct 2024 20:12:31 +0000 https://dream-project.org/?p=6126 Program Assistant   (Part Time: 25 hours a week, Hybrid from the Arlington, VA area) $25 per hour  Role Description  The Program Assistant will support structures and processes facilitating the organization’s Mentoring, Scholarship, scholar and alumni support, and parent and family engagement programs. They will demonstrate […]

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