Gathered Dreamz

Two socially aware community activists, Dana Barfielde and Tiffany Robinson, founded Gathered Dreamz, Inc, a nonprofit organization, in 2011 in Philadelphia, Pa. Barfielde and Robinson were brought together by a common belief that many youth, particularly foster children, in their community lacked meaningful academic, social and career guidance. Determined to make a difference, Barfielde and Robinson conducted several research studies pertaining to the overall care of girls and young women in foster care ages 6-18. It has been proven time and time again that this population has the difficulties that children in the same age group don’t face. In particular, young women ages 15-18 need assistance as they prepare to age out of foster care. Research has proven that there is a gap in services for these young women. With this information in hand, Barfielde and Robinson decided it was time to make a change; a change that would impact the rest of these girls and young women’s lives. With the backing of other prominent youth–serving organizations in the city of Philadelphia, Gathered Dreamz, Inc has become a valuable resource to the community. In addition, Gathered Dreamz has forged strong partnerships with the local business community, media, and the School District of Philadelphia.