Reconstructing Dreams

About Reconstructing Dreams

Reconstructing Dreams was founded on a deep desire to help restore the lives, confidence, and self-esteem of those who have been victimized by physical and sexual violence. We believe that by removing the physical reminders of abuse (brands, tattoos, scars), survivors can heal more quickly from emotional scars and return to productive, happy lives. We take care of the cost. Survivors take care of healing.

What differentiates you from the competition?

Ironically, there is no competition. We are the only organization providing this very necessary care.

What are your top selling services or products that your company offers?

We are only one of two organizations in the U.S. caring for these survivors.

If you had one message to get across to future customers, what would it be?

For survivors, know that placement for services can take a while. We rely on donors and volunteers to source and pay for care.

What is the biggest marketing challenge that you will face in the upcoming year?

Reconstructing Dreams was founded on a deep desire to help restore the lives, confidence, and self-esteem of those who have been victimized by physical and sexual violence. We believe that by removing the physical reminders of abuse (brands, tattoos, scars), survivors can heal more quickly from emotional scars and return to productive, happy lives. We take care of the cost. They take care of healing.

What is the biggest operational challenge that you will face in the upcoming year? Funding and finding passionate volunteers who want to get involved. We want to grow the business organically until we are able to afford paid positions to run the organization.

What is the core mission of your organization? Reconstructing Dreams was founded on a deep desire to help restore the lives, confidence, and self-esteem of those who have been victimized by physical and sexual violence. We believe that by removing the physical reminders of abuse (brands, tattoos, scars), survivors can heal more quickly from emotional scars and return to productive, happy lives. We take care of the cost. Survivors take care of healing.

How do you measure impact and success in your programs? Impact statements following completed care.

What are your biggest fundraising or outreach challenges? Funding in general. We are a young organization in need of volunteers to get us lifted.

How do you build long-term relationships with donors and supporters? Networking.

What trends are influencing the nonprofit world today? Reputation for fraud has made donors distrustful.

Can you share a story that shows your mission in action? Rebecca – drugged, raped and then her attacker carves his initials into her back with a knife. Due to shame, she never sought care or reported. We used our lasers to reduce the horrific scars so restoring her dignity and ability to live a more life (date, wear a open back dress or swimsuit).

What keeps you motivated in this work? my heart for God and for serving.