FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
1. WHAT DOES CHASEN DREAMS FOUNDATION DO?
Answer: Chasen Dreams Foundation drives community reform in underserved communities through teaching life skills education, workforce development, and emotional literacy helping at-risk youth, foster youth, and TAY youth achieve independence and success.
2. WHAT IS THE CHASEN DREAMS FOUNDATION TREE OF LIFE FOOD PANTRY?
Answer: Tree of Life Pantry is an ongoing program designed to nourish families by providing food items, meal preparation support, and connections to essential services, fostering immediate relief and long-term stability. Your support would strengthen Tree of Life’s mission and reflect its dedication to giving back to the community it serves. We would truly be grateful for any assistance you can provide.
3.DO YOU GIVE DONATION RECEIPTS?
Answer: Your donation is eligible for an official donation receipt?
4. IS CHASEN DREAMS FOUNDATION A NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION?WHEN WAS IT ESTABLISHED?
Answer: The Chasen Dreams Foundation (CDF) established in 2022 is a 501(c)(3) organization based in South LA’s 8th district. CDF offers comprehensive support to individuals and families by teaching essential life skills through a variety of services.
1. WHAT DOES CHASEN DREAMS FOUNDATION DO?
Answer: Chasen Dreams Foundation drives community reform in underserved communities through teaching life skills education, workforce development, and emotional literacy helping at-risk youth, foster youth, and TAY youth achieve independence and success.
5. CAN I MAKE A ONE TIME OR MONTHLY DONATION?CAN I USE MY CREDIT CARD?
Answer: Yes, you can make either a one-time or monthly donation to support Chasen Dreams Foundation! And you can certainly use your credit card for donations. Our organization has set up secure options for credit card payments online, through our website on the zeffy donation platform, Cash App $ChasenDreamsFdn and Zelle.
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WHAT IMPACT WILL MY DONATION HAVE ON CHASEN DREAMS FOUNDATION?
Answer: Your donation to Chasen Dreams Foundation supports vital programs for underserved youth, providing essentials, career skills, mental wellness support, and food security for families.
7. WHAT RESOURCES DOES CHASEN DREAMS FOUNDATION OFFER FOR ADULTS?
Answer: Chasen Dreams Foundation offers adults career training, mental health support, housing resources, life skills workshops (e.g., financial literacy, parenting), and food assistance—promoting stability and community growth.
8. WHAT RESOURCES DOES CHASEN DREAMS FOUNDATION OFFER FOR THE YOUTH?
Answer: Chasen Dreams Foundation supports youth with career development, mental wellness resources, culinary training (Chasecakes and Catering), essential needs programs like Kicks for Kids, and educational life skills workshops.
9. WHAT IS THE MISSION OF CHASEN DREAMS FOUNDATION?
Answer: Building balance, confidence, and purpose through life skills and wellness
10. WHO IS THE FOUNDER AT CHASEN DREAMS FOUNDATION?
Answer: Maria Smith is the President of Chasen Dreams Foundation, leading its mission to support and uplift underserved community.
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