737 dreams granted to date

We grant dreams

for children and young adults with life-limiting or life-threatening conditions, and/or with severe disabilities

bringing hope, creating memories

3 Stadium Dream Challenge

Sunday 8th June, starting at 10am

Join us for an 11-mile walk between three iconic football stadiums — West Ham’s London Stadium, Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, and Arsenal’s Emirates Stadium.

Take on the challenge and walk through the heart of London’s football heritage.

Register your interest today!

Urgent Appeal

For seventeen years, The Dream Factory has been dedicated to granting dreams to young people who are most in need. Thanks to your support, we have brought joy and hope to nearly 750 young people and their families during some of the most challenging times.

But today, we face an urgent challenge. The current economic climate has significantly impacted our funding, and without financial support we are  at risk of being unable to continue our vital work.

We currently have 40 dreams on our waiting list. Please help us to keep those dreams alive.

Your donation, no matter the size, will make an immediate and tangible difference. Please act today to help us continue granting dreams for incredible, brave children and young adults.

Champions for a Great Cause

Meet and mingle with former World and UK boxing champions & legends, including Derek ‘Sweet C’ McMillan BEM and Michael ‘The Force’ Watson MBE. In support of The Dream Factory. Thursday, 30th January at Americana, Piccadilly.

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Liam’s Dream

25-year-old Liam was diagnosed with Stage 4 Burkitt Lymphoma (Blood Cancer). Liam’s dream was to visit Warner Brothers Harry Potter Studios – London.

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Champions for a Great Cause

A fabulous night was had by all who supported our Champions for a Great Cause Boxing Event as The Americana Restaurant in the Haymarket, London. 

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Media 10

We are delighted that Media 10, event organisers based in Loughton Essex,  have announced that The Dream Factory is one of their nominated charities for 2025.    Our Patron Josh Mills is an employee of Media 10 and they have kindly donated all the proceeds from their Christmas Jumper Day raised by the staff.  We are incredibly grateful for your support and thrilled to begin the year with such a fantastic partner.  Together we will continue to make dreams come true and create unforgettable memories for those who need them most.

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Ethan’s Christmas Dream Comes True

At six years old,  Ethan began exhibiting flu like symptoms. He developed swollen lymph nodes under both ears, red spots on his chest, nosebleeds, and pain in both legs making it difficult for him to walk. Ethan was taken to the GP on three separate occasions, but each time, the GP reassured the family that Ethan was simply battling severe flu.

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Help Bhavya’s Dream Come True

Our Dream Makers visited gorgeous 5 years old Bhavya to discuss her dream to have a wonderful 6th Birthday with her friends and family. Bhavya was diagnosed with Acute lymphoblastic leukaemia (ALL) in July 2023 and is currently receiving chemotherapy treatment.

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Help Us Make Ethan’s Christmas Toy Dream Come True

Ethan is 8 years old this is his story. At 6 years old,  Ethan began exhibiting flulike symptoms. He developed swollen lymph nodes under both ears, red spots on his chest, nosebleeds, and pain in both legs making it difficult for him to walk. Ethan was taken to the GP on three separate occasions, but each time, the GP reassured the family that Ethan was simply battling a severe flu. 

Avril Mills BEM, Founder and Trustee

Interview on BBC Radio

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A message from our patron, Michael Watson MBE

Our Ambassadors singing Sweet Caroline, at our Ambassadors’ Lunch, January 2023

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