About DC Kids
Dream Chaser Kids focuses on helping children Discover their talents, build strong Relationships, Experiment and learn through hands-on activities, overcome Adversity, and gain Momentum toward achieving their dreams. The program nurtures young entrepreneurs, engages communities, and creates a vibrant future through educational content, community building, and practical experiences.
Our Vision and Mission
Vision: Turn talents into creative opportunities and communities into centers of hope and innovation.
Mission: To nurture and support every child’s unique talents, empowering them to achieve personal success and contribute to transforming their communities.
Our Core Value:
- Purpose: Connecting talents to meaningful goals.
- Empowerment: Nurturing self-confidence and ownership.
- Creativity: Fostering innovation and imagination.
- Community: Building supportive, connected environments.
- Resilience: Encouraging persistence through challenges.
Our Core Belief:
- Big things start small.
- It’s supposed to be hard.
- Young people have stories to tell.
- Children are capable of more.
- Principles of faith are the bridge between potential and possibility.
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About Me (In two sentences)
My faith has taught me that all things are possible (Phil 4:13). So take great pleasure into helping other create their possibility, especially children who still dream, imagine, and excite hope in others.
An Unexpected Spark
The Spark
In the summer of 2019, what began as a simple volunteer opportunity at a friend’s summer camp would unknowingly became the spark for something greater. With no expectations beyond helping out, I found myself working with over 100 kids, ranging from kindergarten to 12th grade. As I saw their confidence grow, I realized that what started as a small gesture of help could become a bridge for children to discover their own dreams and talents.
Building a Movement
With that insight, Dream Chaser Kids was born. Since that summer, the program has grown beyond my wildest expectations, reaching over 700 students across Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools, the YMCA, Homeschool Co-Ops, and The Math and Science Academy among other.
The Future
As we continue to grow, Dream Chaser Kids is committed to reaching even more young dreamers, helping them discover who they are and what they are capable of achieving. Because every dream deserves to be chased, and every child deserves to believe they can succeed.
A Problem Worth Solving Together, Today.
As a father of three, I quickly learned what excessive screen time was doing to our children. Then I became curious. What happens when a generation of passive consumers become adults in an AI future? According to researchers like Patricia Greenfield at UCLA, they will likely suffer from reduced critical thinking, problem-solving abilities, motivation, and social skills.
That’s not a future we want for our children or any child.
Instead, what if children became active creators who used their God-given talents to do well for themselves and do good for others?
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Are you curious to see the impact of our learning approach? Explore Legacy for Parents, Case Studies, and Testimonials to discover how people like us prepare young minds for the road ahead.
More About Me
I’m a God Chaser, hip-hop head, author, nerd, and certified foodie who loves travel, gardening, and getting lost in the magic of Disney. Our home in Orlando, FL, is where the magic and messiness of life happen. With my baby mama, bride, and best friend of 16 years, we raise three caffeinated squirrels—ages 6, 8, and 13. When we’re not doing something planned, our favorite pastime is chill time.
My tenure with SIFE (now Enactus) taught me how to help learners to turn their talents into confidence. Today, I combine my entrepreneurial, pastoral, and corporate experiences to partner with parents and educators to help confident children become capable adults.
Meet The Fam!
Raising children is not for everybody. But for those who have and those who are, it’s a front-row seat to watch new love and new life unfold. You get to witness first words, first steps, and individuality while balancing the challenges and rewards of each stage. It’s a journey that molds you as much as you shape them, filled with moments that test, strengthen, and redefine your understanding of love, faith, respect, and responsibility.
Between those adorable and annoying moments, we’re simply helping each other figure things out through our unique lens of the world.
The Joy of Watching Kids Figure Stuff Out
Top Talents: Artistic Creator, Passionate Performer, and Social Connector
Project Playbook: Branded Shop (2019)
Initial Goal and Project Launch
In 2019, 8-year-old Imani set her sights on a $500 bike. Rejecting the idea of a simpler toy, she decided to earn the money herself by using her artistic talents and love for fashion. Thus, iStyle.Fashion was born, featuring a personalized sketchbook and fashion designer kit.
Surprising Success
Imani’s blend of artistry and entrepreneurial spirit quickly resonated with her audience. In less than a month, this social butterfly double her goal and learn a lot alone the way. But, she opted to save her earnings rather than spend them immediately.
Future Aspirations
Now 12, Imani’s ambitions have grown. Her early success has pivoted her interest toward the fashion world. She’s exploring an internship at a fashion agency, ready to explore new challenges and opportunities.
From Five And Below to $2 Everything Store
Top Talents: Eager Learner, Problem Solver, Innovative Explorer
Project Playbook: The Everything Store (2023)
In 2023, Aniyah, an imaginative 8-year-old, decided to create her store after a disappointing visit to her favorite shop, Five and Below, where rules limited customers to one item each. Inspired to make her own rules, she gathered various items around her house into a box, aiming to sell them. Excited by her initiative, I asked, “Where are you selling all this?”
With a confident smile, Aniyah was ready to take her first step into entrepreneurship.
Press play to see how things unfold.
Nehemiah, living his best life at six
Top Talents: Artistic Creator, Passionate Performer and Problem Solver
Imagine if Spider-Man decided to enter a dance contest and play soccer with anything remotely ball-shaped—that’s a day in the life with our son. We’re just here to enjoy the show.
The Dreamland Adventures
During the pandemic, I turned to writing to help handle the ups and downs of being a parent. I created this book as a way for young kids to learn about the importance of helping others—showing them that real success means giving back too.
Nehemiah’s Quest
This story is about Nehemiah, a young boy on an adventure to find the Five Dream Stones. Each stone stands for important values in life: Discovery, Relationships, Experiment, Adversity, and Momentum. With help from his older sisters, he tries different ways to solve problems, learning from what doesn’t work and becoming stronger for it.
Engaging Young Minds
This book isn’t just a story; it’s a way for parents and kids to talk about important things like respect, learning, and being a leader. It’s a tool to help discuss how to be successful while also caring about and giving back to the community.