The Dream Mile is Vibha's flagship annual fundraiser. Since 1998, the race has brought hundreds of people together every year, with the common hope of making a child's dream come true. 2007, like any other year, is no exception. Seven Action Centers across the US are hosting The Dream Mile this year.
| Bay Area | July 8th |
| Washington D.C | August 19th |
| Dallas | September 15th |
| Atlanta | September 22nd |
| Twin Cities, MN | September 21st |
| Los Angeles | October 7th |
| Austin | October 7th |
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[edit] How Can You Help?
[edit] Participate
If you are in a city that is hosting The Dream Mile, please take a few minutes to register as a walker/runner/corporate team.
[edit] Make a Pledge
If you are unable to participate on the day of the race, you can still contribute by making a pledge. All pledges are tax deductible in the US. Click here to make a donation right now.
[edit] Become a Fundraiser
Become a spokesperson for The Dream Mile. Set your personal fundraising goal and reach out to your family, friends and co-workers to achieve your target. Vibha will provide you with your personal Fundraising Web Page that will help you track your progress. Set up your fundraising page here.
[edit] Become a Sponsor
You can sponsor The Dream Mile in your city or nationally across 7 cities that are hosting the race this year. Contact us today if you wish to become a local or national sponsor.
Irrespective of the how you wish to contribute, rest assured that your efforts will go a long way in providing much needed education, health care, shelter and renewed hope to a child. Take a few minutes to review the statistics below.
- Quality education for a child - $120*
- Rehabilitation of a severely mentally handicapped child - $50*
- Non-Formal Education for a child - $40*
- Immunization for a child - $35*
- Educational materials for a child - $20*
- Study/play materials for a child in a balwadi - $5*
* Statistics above are annual amounts based on data from representative Vibha projects
As you can see, it doesn't take a whole lot to support a child's education, put a roof above their heads, ensure they are protected against preventable diseases or care for the physically and mentally disabled child.
Please join us in our efforts in making a child's dream come true.
[edit] Project Profile
[edit] Prayas
This Vibha supported project in Jaipur, Rajasthan is an institution working for mentally challenged, physically disabled and socially deprived children. Prayas was started by Ms. Jatinder Arora in 1996. A journalist with the "Times of India", Jatinder Arora lost her vision in both eyes when she met with an accident in 1993. When she recovered her vision after three years in 1996, she decided to dedicate her life to the cause of children. Read more about the objectives and initiatives of Prayas and the President of India's visit to this project.
