Helping Young People Discover What’s Possible.

The Dominguez Dream Academy is a community-based support organization. We work in partnership with schools, afterschool programs, community centers, and other youth-serving organizations to provide the tools and resources they need to inspire the next generation of STEAM leaders.

We work alongside our partners to help young people explore STEAM science, technology, engineering, the arts, and math, especially in communities that have historically lacked access to these kinds of opportunities.

We offer ready-to-use activity booklets, hands-on project ideas, support for community events, access to specialized STEAM programming, and connections to diverse role models working in STEAM fields today.

Our goal is to help youth-serving organizations show kids what’s possible. To help young people see themselves as Scientists, Technologists, Engineers, Artists, and Mathematicians. To help them believe, “This is something I can do. This is something I can be.”

Who We Are

Mission

To provide youth from under-resourced communities with STEAM opportunities that spark curiosity and open pathways toward a bright future.

Vision

We envision a future where every young person has the educational resources and opportunities to succeed.

History

Founded by Dorene C. Dominguez in honor of her father, H. Frank Dominguez, the organization is rooted in his belief that education is a pathway to success and that young people flourish when supported by family. His philosophy continues to shape everything we do.

Learn More About Dorene Dominguez

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Empowering Youth Through STEAM, Career Discovery, and Family Engagement

At Dominguez Dream, we deliver hands-on learning experiences that help youth from under-resourced communities discover meaningful educational opportunities, especially in STEAM (science, technology, engineering, the arts, and math). Our programs connect learning to real-world careers, help build essential tech and problem-solving skills, and strengthen support networks at home and throughout the community.

We partner with schools, afterschool providers, and nonprofits to offer flexible, engaging STEAM programs year-round.

By the Numbers

2004

Founded

16

Sites

250,00 +

Young People Served

Our Programs

NextGen STEAM

Enrichment support through hands-on labs, activity kits, field trips, digital tools, and special programs in creative tech, science, literacy, robotics, and innovation. Designed for classrooms, afterschool, and community spaces.

STEAM Survivors

A team-based story and activity program where youth use STEAM to solve real-world problems. It includes hands-on challenges that build leadership, teamwork, and creativity.

Dream STEAM Careers

Interactive career exploration through hands-on activities, storytelling, and real-world insight, including Career Days and guest speaker series with STEAM role models.

STEAM Activity Books

Age-appropriate STEAM activity books for PreK–12 with characters, themes, and experiments that spark creativity and confidence.

STEAM Events

Events where families and the community come together to explore STEAM through fun, hands-on projects, games, activities, and resources designed to spark curiosity.

Pathway Referrals

We help youth deepen their STEAM interests by connecting them to trusted nonprofit partners offering advanced workshops, mentorship, and real-world learning.