Dear Friends and Supporters,

As I reflect on last week's DreamBIG event, I am filled with immense gratitude for the incredible support we received from our cherished community. Your presence and generosity  made our annual fundraiser not only a success but a memorable celebration of the arts and culture that we all hold dear.

The energy and enthusiasm, despite the weather, were palpable, and it was a true joy to witness our community come together in such a meaningful way. Whether you contributed by attending, bidding in the auction, donating, designing a surfboard, or simply spreading the word about our mission, please know that your support has a profound impact on the work we do here at Dreamland.

With your help, we raised essential funds that will enable us to continue providing high-quality programming, educational opportunities, and cultural experiences for all ages. Our shared commitment to the arts enriches our community, and we are deeply appreciative of your unwavering dedication to our mission.

As we continue to build on this momentum, we are focusing our efforts on our vision for a tuition-free children's theater program for all children on Nantucket - including all camps, workshops, and theatre productions for the next year. 

Will you join us? Please consider making an additional donation to this campaign by clicking the DONATE button on this page. All donations will be matched dollar-for-dollar up to $100,000 thanks to a very special gift from Wendy Schmidt. 

I would like to extend a special thank you to our volunteers, staff, event chairs, host committee, board members and sponsors who worked tirelessly to make DreamBIG a reality. Your hard work and passion for the arts are the backbone of our success, and we could not have done it without you.

As we look ahead to the coming year, we are excited to continue building on this momentum and expanding our offerings. We are committed to making Dreamland a vibrant and inclusive space where creativity and community thrive.

Once again, thank you for your support and belief in our vision. Together, we are making a difference, and I look forward to seeing you at our future events and performances.

With warm regards and deep gratitude,

Alicia Carney  
Executive Director  
Nantucket Dreamland  

2024 Event Leadership:

Wendy Hudson, Honorary Chair
Ana and Chris Young, Event Chairs
Jenny Johnson and Robert Cocuzzo, Event Chairs
Timothy Ehrenberg & James Scheurell, Event Chairs

2024 DreamBIG Honoree Award Recipient: Elin Hilderbrand

2024 Fred Rogers Good Neighbor Award Recipient: Leah Bayer