[edit] History

The Dream Mile foot race, launched in Vibha Atlanta in 1998, has grown over the years and is now the key fundraising vehicle for Vibha in seven action centers. In 2007, the Vibha family decided to brand the event and thus was born The Dream Mile. "A few miles for a million dreams" - the Vibha family truly believes in and subscribes to this message. We believe that a small initiative taken by us can go a long way in helping underprivileged children fulfill their dreams.

The Dream Mile has come a long way since its inception. It has grown from being a small event attended primarily by volunteers and friends to a permanent fixture on the calendars of runners in the various cities in America.

Every year, starting early summer, action centers across the US plan and host The Dream Mile. Vibha also hosts a pledge drive as part of the event, thus providing those who cannot participate in the race an opportunity to get involved. As an individual you can make a pledge as well as sign up to become a fundraiser for the race. The funds raised through The Dream Mile go towards supporting projects in India and the US. Several action centers identify a local beneficiary at the onset of the race season, thus giving back to the local communities in which they live and operate.

We believe that going forward, The Dream Mile will continue to grow and become more recognized in the local communities in which Vibha operates. We hope that you will be part of our efforts in the years to come.

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[edit] Door Step School

The mission of the Door Step School(DSS) is to use innovative programs to bring education to the poor children in urban areas.

DSS conducts classes close to where they live or work. It identifies communities, like migrant workers' children, street children, fishermens' children etc, and tries to establish Non Formal Education classes for them.

Read more about DSS-NFE.

All proceeds from The Dream Mile 2008 will benefit Vibha supported projects in India (including DSS - Door Step School) and a local beneficiary.

Vibha is a 501 (c) (3) organization, registered in the State of New Jersey. Vibha's Tax ID is 22-3122761.
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