Many dyslexic learners are at a disadvantage in our “mainstream” education system as the classroom environment and teaching strategies are not designed to support learning that suits their way of thinking and learning. The dyslexic individual must acquire the understanding, tools and skills that can help them to overcome their learning difficulties . For a child, this can only happen when schools, teachers and parents seek understanding & offer environments and learning opportunities that allow the dyslexic child to reach their potential. Dyslexic Dreams Foundation was created to inspire and motivate children, young people and adults to discover and realize their potential by identifying, attracting, facilitating, sponsoring and gifting educational opportunities and resources throughout the U.S.
Founded in May of 2007. Evan Paul, a successful entrepreneur at age 18 (egamplace.com), and Jami Schwartz (mother and advocate) - both dyslexic themselves - recognized the need to raise awareness on a national level about what dyslexia really is, the myriad of challenges it presents, and most importantly, to support children, our most valuable resource. It was their collaboration, and understanding that 1 in 7 people are dyslexic, which led to the foundation’s beginnings. “We studied the most effective way to help our dyslexic community and combined forces to create a foundation to help at-risk dyslexic students on a national level.”
DDF was created to ensure that all dyslexic children, regardless of their socioeconomic status, have access to the fundamentals of an appropriate dyslexic education. “ We are committed to advancing the understanding of these bright children on a national level, and by doing so, enabling dyslexic children to reach their dreams and goals with the education they deserve“.
The Dyslexic Dreams Foundation is dedicated to preserving the determination and spirit of students with dyslexia. We believe that young people with desire should be encouraged to pursue their dreams. We do not believe that young people should be discouraged from the pursuit of their goals because of a learning difference. Therefore, Dyslexic Dreams Foundation offers young people of all ages the chance to continue to pursue their dreams by providing student scholarships, funding dyslexic education programs, expanding early diagnostic testing, and providing appropriate teacher training. “We hope to restore dignity and hope to children and parents who have been discouraged and misunderstood by teachers and administrators who do not have the tools required to teach a dyslexic child.
