Indy Standard

Indianapolis Public Schools (IPS) students are set to benefit from a $20,000 grant awarded to DREAM Alive by the Christian Theological Seminary’s Faith and Action Project. The funding is part of a broader initiative, with DREAM Alive being one of five Indianapolis nonprofits chosen to receive a portion of $100,000 aimed at addressing poverty-related challenges in the community.

DREAM Alive was founded by former Indianapolis Colts player Tarik Glenn and his wife Maya. The organization provides mentorship for IPS students from sixth grade through high school, focusing on character development, career exploration, and ongoing guidance. At present, DREAM Alive operates at Arlington, Howe, Longfellow, and Northwest middle schools. With this new grant, the group plans to expand its services to additional IPS campuses and enhance support for students through resources such as transportation, after-school meals, and career-exploration trips.

“The 2025 Grants Committee emphasized support for initiatives that are not only making a measurable difference but also have the potential to grow and be replicated,” said Lindsey Nell Rabinowitch, director of the Faith and Action Project.

According to DREAM Alive’s data, scholars in the program experience 91% fewer suspensions than their peers and have achieved a 99% high school graduation rate since 2011. The partnership between IPS and DREAM Alive focuses on mentorship and comprehensive support systems designed to help students remain on track for graduation and future success.