Chloe · Artistic Creator
Turned her Artistic Creator talent into a real venture, designing products she could sell and share with her community.
500+ kids launched real projects
Raise creators , not just spectators .
Dream Chaser Kids is a 12‑week, faith‑shaped creator journey where kids discover their God‑given talents and launch one real project or micro‑venture that serves others.
Trusted by
YMCA Charlotte • CMS Schools • TMSA Charter
STEP 1 · SEE THE PATH FORWARD
Is your child drifting or building?
Choose how you'd like to explore the difference between the default path and the Dream Chaser journey.
Both lead to the same destination—choose your style
Like a video game character select screen, pick the profile that sounds most like your child. We'll show you the exact first step to take.
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The Wanderer
Ages 8-14 · Discovery Phase
"I don't know what I'm good at. I just do what my parents tell me to do."
Characteristics
- Lots of screen time
- Unsure of talents
- Needs discovery
- Drifting without direction
→ Recommended Start
TalentExplorer Tool
Discover God-given strengths
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The Spark
Ages 9-15 · Exploration Phase
"I have lots of ideas but don't know how to turn them into real things."
Characteristics
- Creative & curious
- Needs structure
- Wants to build things
- Has potential, needs guidance
→ Recommended Start
Project Playbooks
Turn ideas into real projects
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The Builder
Ages 11-17 · Launch Phase
"I know what I'm good at. I want to turn it into something bigger."
Characteristics
- Self-motivated
- Has started projects
- Ready to launch
- Wants to scale impact
→ Recommended Start
12-Week Cohort
Launch a real micro-venture
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Your Custom 3-Step Roadmap
Ready to start?
Click below to begin your child's Dream Chaser journey with the perfect first step.
Follow Nevaeh's journey and see how one choice creates two completely different outcomes. Click through to explore both paths.
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Meet Nevaeh, age 12
A typical "good kid"
Nevaeh spends 3-4 hours a day on TikTok and YouTube. She's a "good kid"—never in trouble, gets decent grades, shows up to church and school events.
But when you ask what she's passionate about or what she's really good at, she shrugs: "I don't know."
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Her parents wonder...
"Is she just going to drift through her teenage years? Will she ever discover what she's made for?"
What happens next?
BUILDERS WHO DARED TO DREAM AND NOW LIVE BY DESIGN
These kids started exactly where your child is now. Choose your exploration style above to see the path forward.
DISCOVER YOUR SUPERPOWERS
Every child has a unique gift. Let's find yours.
Take our 2-minute Talent Explorer to discover your God-given strengths and get a personalized path to build something real.
Your Progress
WHAT YOU GET
One journey. Different wins for everyone.
Dream Chaser Kids turns “I hope they figure it out someday” into a concrete, 12‑week path. Kids gain identity and agency. Parents gain a hopeful plan. Leaders gain visible stories of calling in action.
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For Kids & Teens
From “good kid” to called builder.
- • They get clear language for who they are—Innovative Explorer, Artistic Creator, Mindful Helper, and more—so they feel uniquely seen, not just “nice” or “good at school.”
- • They launch one real project or micro‑venture they can point to: a brand, club, cause, clinic, show, or service that actually helps people in the real world.
- • They learn to use AI and digital tools as instruments to brainstorm, design, and tell their story—instead of just a feed to scroll.
OUTCOME: “I know what I’m good at—and I built something real that serves others.”
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For Parents & Families
A hopeful plan in an AI‑shaped world.
- • A concrete, values‑aligned way for kids to “build with AI” under guidance, instead of being quietly shaped by whatever lands on their screens.
- • A rite‑of‑passage experience where confidence, calling, and money skills grow together—kids learn to earn, budget, and give without compromising their faith.
- • Shared language and tools to talk about gifts and purpose at the dinner table—not just grades, sports, and screen‑time battles.
OUTCOME: “We’re not guessing—we have a path we can walk together.”
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For Churches & Schools
Fewer kids aging out. More called leaders.
- • A plug‑in 12‑week cohort or elective that fits existing rhythms—leaders don’t have to become AI or entrepreneurship experts to run it.
- • Project‑based formation that builds collaboration, problem‑solving, communication, and leadership in real settings, not just on worksheets.
- • Ready‑to‑share artifacts—StoryBuilder pages, pitch nights, student ventures—that fill sermons, newsletters, and reports with visible stories of faith at work.
OUTCOME: “We see a steady stream of youth stories and real‑world impact—not just attendance.”
STUDENT PROJECT
Imani's Fashion House
Talents: Artistic Creator · Social Connector
Imani used her love of fashion to launch a micro‑business that helps other kids access books and supplies—learning design, pricing, storytelling, and generosity along the way.
From “I like clothes” to “I can use my gifts to meet real needs.”
STUDENT PROJECT
Javon Cre8's
Talents: Artistic Creator · Natural Leader
Javon blends art, digital tools, and entrepreneurship to tell hopeful stories to his peers—turning creativity into a brand, a platform, and practice in leading with his voice.
From “I like to draw” to “I can lead with my creativity.”
PROOF IT WORKS IN REAL PLACES
Churches, schools, and community partners are seeing real change.
From YMCA cohorts to CMS and TMSA classrooms and local churches, Dream Chaser Kids is helping students move from “good kids” to young builders—launching real projects and growing measurable confidence, agency, and real‑world skills.
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Pastor Story
Pastor Mario · Reflection Church, Orlando
“Dream Chaser Kids gave our kids a way to live out their faith in real projects, not just lessons. The stories that came out of this have fueled our preaching and our vision for what youth ministry can be.”
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School Founder Story
Sameer · Founder, Ark Academy
“Dream Chaser Kids fits exactly where schools are headed—real‑world, project‑based pathways where students build something that matters and can talk about it with confidence.”
Field‑tested case stories
Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools · 78% gain in pathways & agency
Northridge Middle and Reedy Creek Elementary used Dream Chaser Kids with a focused group of 35 students and saw a 78% increase in pathways and agency thinking, using the Children’s Hope Scale to measure growth.
“This learning experience truly delivers what it promises and provides students with the tools necessary to become entrepreneurs.” — Stefanie McNair, Dean of Students, CMS
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YMCA of Greater Charlotte · 80% real‑world project creation
Across three YMCA campuses, over 80% of participants completed and presented a viable project plan, with cohorts consistently oversubscribed and a 50% increase in enrollment requests semester over semester.
“Seeing them take what they’ve learned and use it in real life shows how ready they are for the future.” — Vickie Brammer, Director, YMCA of Greater Charlotte
TMSA (QueenCity STEM) · 60% uptick in problem‑solving
With 18 Dean’s List students over a full semester, TMSA saw a 60% improvement in problem‑solving capabilities and strong interest in entrepreneurship, financial planning, and public‑speaking roles.
“Dream Chaser Kids has allowed us to bridge the gap between traditional STEM subjects and the real‑world skills required for the future.” — Kyle King, former Dean of Students, TMSA
“We’re not just preparing students for tests. We’re preparing them for the kinds of challenges and opportunities they’ll actually face.”
KYLE KING · FORMER DEAN OF STUDENTS, TMSA
STUDENT STORIES · UNDER 30 SECONDS
Kids sharing their talent‑based projects.
Each video is a quick glimpse of a kid who discovered a talent, chose a Dream Chaser Kids project, and launched something real they can describe in their own words.
REAL KIDS · REAL PROJECTS · REAL IMPACT
Jacob · Athletic Competitor
Used his Athletic Competitor talent to create a sports‑focused project that helped younger kids build skills and confidence.
Nyla · Innovative Explorer
Took her Innovative Explorer curiosity and launched Perfect Pom Poms, learning how to test ideas and ship a simple product.
Mateo · Problem Solver
Built a project that used his Problem Solver talent to make life easier for people around him.
Aniyah · Social Connector
Leveraged her Social Connector talent to create a fun brand that brought people together.
Nehemiah · Natural Leader
Used his Natural Leader talent to organize and guide a project others could rally around.
Gio · Passionate Performer
Turned his Passionate Performer energy into a short, meaningful project others could watch and enjoy.
A SIMPLE PATH, NOT ANOTHER PROGRAM
From “I’m not sure” to “Here’s my project.”
Every kid you’ve seen on this page walked the same three steps: they discovered a core talent, chose one project to build, and launched it with support from caring adults.
1 Discover
Kids discover their DreamChaser Talents
Kids tap through the Talent Explorer and see their Top 3 talents with kid‑friendly names like Artistic Creator, Innovative Explorer, or Mindful Helper.
- • Feels like a conversation, not a test.
- • Gives everyone shared language for gifts, passion, and calling.
- • Works in a living room, youth room, or classroom.
2 Build
They choose one talent‑based project to build
Based on their talents, kids pick a Project Playbook—like Starter Merch Shop, Welcome Crew Project, Skills Clinic, or Kindness Campaign—and follow simple steps to turn that idea into something real.
- • Step‑by‑step guide aimed at one clear outcome.
- • Uses AI for brainstorming, planning, and storytelling in a guided, values‑aligned way.
- • Bakes in money skills, service, and collaboration.
3 Share
They share the story with their community
Kids join a simple Dream Circle to reflect on what they built and where they saw God at work, then publish a StoryBuilder page they can show to families, churches, and schools.
- • Easy reflection and celebration guide for any leader.
- • Online project page they can use for showcases or applications.
- • Built‑in moments to tell the story in services, assemblies, or newsletters.
WHAT THIS MEANS FOR YOU
You get a repeatable three‑step path: kids discover who they are, build one talent‑based project, and share a story you can point to as proof of growth.
Get Your Custom Plan
Build your Dream Chaser roadmap
Tell us about your context and we'll generate a personalized 3-step implementation plan to help you launch.
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Response time
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Explore Done-For-You CohortsONE ECOSYSTEM, COMPLETE IMPACT
Part of a bigger story.
Dream Chaser Kids empowers youth and families. When combined with Community Playbook for neighborhood mapping and Multiply for discipleship rhythms, you get a complete mission ecosystem.
An Integrated Mission Experience
One ecosystem for leaders, churches, and neighborhoods. Each tool strengthens the others, creating sustainable impact across generations.
From Insight to Partnership
Community Playbook reveals local assets and partners. Multiply connects those partnerships to discipleship content. Dream Chaser Kids engages families through community-based service opportunities.
Teaching Becomes Movement
Multiply turns sermons into weekly practices. Community Playbook shows where those practices happen in the neighborhood. Dream Chaser Kids helps families live out mission together.
Generations Moving Together
Dream Chaser Kids develops young leaders. Multiply equips them with discipleship rhythms. Community Playbook gives them a shared map of where God is already at work.
Explore the Ecosystem:
GET STARTED
Ready to bring Dream Chaser Kids to your context?
Whether you're a parent starting solo or a church launching a cohort, we'll map out a custom 3-step plan for your journey. First, let's answer your most common questions.
Common Questions
Does this require a full curriculum change?
No. It's a plug-in system. Families run it as an adventure, churches as a 12-week track, and schools as elective modules. Dream Chaser Kids integrates seamlessly with existing programs—you don't rebuild, you enhance.
How does this connect with our broader mission strategy?
Dream Chaser Kids is designed to work alongside Community Playbook and Multiply. While Community Playbook maps your neighborhood and Multiply guides discipleship, Dream Chaser Kids turns insights into action through youth-led projects that serve your community. Together, they create one integrated ecosystem.
What ages benefit most?
The journey is optimized for grades 4–10, but the Talent Explorer tools serve students ages 6–17. Whether you're working with elementary kids discovering their first talents or high schoolers launching real ventures, the program scales to meet them.
How is faith integrated?
Faith is woven through reflections—helping kids see talents, projects, and ventures as part of their calling, not separate from it. This connects naturally with Multiply's discipleship rhythms, creating a seamless faith formation experience across all ages.
Do leaders need to be entrepreneurship or AI experts?
No. The tools do the heavy lifting. You bring care, consistency, and a willingness to learn alongside your kids. Our Done-For-You cohort option provides complete facilitation support, training, and weekly guidance for leaders who want extra structure.
What kind of outcomes should we expect?
Kids finish with one real project or micro‑venture, a shared language for talents, and concrete stories you can point to in your community. When paired with Community Playbook, these projects align with actual neighborhood needs—creating visible kingdom impact that entire congregations can celebrate.
Can we use this as a standalone program?
Absolutely. Dream Chaser Kids works powerfully on its own for families, schools, and youth groups. The integration with Community Playbook and Multiply is an optional enhancement that deepens impact—but it's not required to see transformational results.