The Crystal Dreams Foundation
Also known as CDF and Crystal Dreams.
The Crystal Dreams Foundation is an organization in Inglewood, CA offering clothing, education, employment, financial, food, training, and youth services. Provides financial assistance to deserving students to continue their pursuit of scholastic advancement, plus programs supporting their growth.
- Location
- Inglewood, CA
- Services
- Clothing, Education, Employment, Financial, Food, Training, Youth services
- Website
- https://www.crystaldreamsfdn.org/
- EIN
- 330939310
Services
New Applicant Scholarships
Competitive, need-based scholarships for first year and continuing students; usable for tuition, books or room and board.
Eligibility: 12th graders or students enrolled in an accredited school, university, community college, performing arts academy or training program in the U.S.; U.S. citizen; demonstrated financial need; continuing undergraduates need 3.25 GPA.
Application: Apply online; have all documents ready as the form cannot be saved. Questions to info@crystaldreamsfdn.org.
Schedule: Application deadline June 5, 2026 (5P PST); awarded once per academic year.
Scholarship Renewal
Scholarships may be renewed once a year for a maximum of four years.
Eligibility: Minimum 3.25 cumulative GPA; pass 24 semester or 32 quarter units per year; submit renewal application, transcript and financial aid summary.
Application: Apply online via the renewal application; questions to info@crystaldreamsfdn.org.
Schedule: Renewal application due no later than June 5, 2026.
S.T.E.P.U.P. summer program
Two modules: professional skills and internship/applied learning with local businesses.
Application: An 'Apply Today' link is shown; no details given.
Schedule: 4-week summer program; sample day runs 9:00 to 3:00.
Food and Clothing Drive
Supports food and clothing drives, serving hot meals, producing care packages or sharing resources depending on community need.
Application: Communities that could use support are invited to contact the foundation.
Schedule: Throughout the year.
Lemonade Day
Youth learn business planning, marketing and customer service while selling lemonade, on Wayne County's Lemonade Day.
Schedule: Beginning of every summer.
Tutoring & Mentoring
Free tutoring in a variety of subjects with local colleges and educators.
Application: Contact the foundation if interested.
Fees: Free.
Schedule: During the school year.
School Garden Club support
Teaches healthy eating and growing and maintaining food.
Eligibility: Schools or organizations with an existing garden or interest in starting one.
Application: Schools or organizations should connect via the contact link.
Locations
- LA County, California Office, 510 S. La Brea Ave., Inglewood, CA, 90301
- Orange County, California Office, 400 Goddard Road, Irvine, CA, 92618
Questions
What does The Crystal Dreams Foundation offer?
The Crystal Dreams Foundation offers New Applicant Scholarships, Scholarship Renewal, S.T.E.P.U.P. summer program, Food and Clothing Drive, Lemonade Day, Tutoring & Mentoring, and School Garden Club support.
Where is The Crystal Dreams Foundation?
The Crystal Dreams Foundation is at 510 S. La Brea Ave., Inglewood, CA, 90301 and 400 Goddard Road, Irvine, CA, 92618.
How do I contact The Crystal Dreams Foundation?
To reach The Crystal Dreams Foundation, visit https://www.crystaldreamsfdn.org/.
Who is eligible for New Applicant Scholarships?
Eligibility for New Applicant Scholarships: 12th graders or students enrolled in an accredited school, university, community college, performing arts academy or training program in the U.S.; U.S. citizen; demonstrated financial need; continuing undergraduates need 3.25 GPA.
When is New Applicant Scholarships available?
Schedule for New Applicant Scholarships: Application deadline June 5, 2026 (5P PST); awarded once per academic year.
How do I apply for New Applicant Scholarships?
Application for New Applicant Scholarships: Apply online; have all documents ready as the form cannot be saved. Questions to info@crystaldreamsfdn.org.
Who is eligible for Scholarship Renewal?
Eligibility for Scholarship Renewal: Minimum 3.25 cumulative GPA; pass 24 semester or 32 quarter units per year; submit renewal application, transcript and financial aid summary.
When is Scholarship Renewal available?
Schedule for Scholarship Renewal: Renewal application due no later than June 5, 2026.
How do I apply for Scholarship Renewal?
Application for Scholarship Renewal: Apply online via the renewal application; questions to info@crystaldreamsfdn.org.
When is S.T.E.P.U.P. summer program available?
Schedule for S.T.E.P.U.P. summer program: 4-week summer program; sample day runs 9:00 to 3:00.
How do I apply for S.T.E.P.U.P. summer program?
Application for S.T.E.P.U.P. summer program: An 'Apply Today' link is shown; no details given.
When is Food and Clothing Drive available?
Schedule for Food and Clothing Drive: Throughout the year.
How do I apply for Food and Clothing Drive?
Application for Food and Clothing Drive: Communities that could use support are invited to contact the foundation.
When is Lemonade Day available?
Schedule for Lemonade Day: Beginning of every summer.
When is Tutoring & Mentoring available?
Schedule for Tutoring & Mentoring: During the school year.
Does Tutoring & Mentoring cost anything?
Fees for Tutoring & Mentoring: Free.
How do I apply for Tutoring & Mentoring?
Application for Tutoring & Mentoring: Contact the foundation if interested.
Who is eligible for School Garden Club support?
Eligibility for School Garden Club support: Schools or organizations with an existing garden or interest in starting one.
How do I apply for School Garden Club support?
Application for School Garden Club support: Schools or organizations should connect via the contact link.
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