What is DreamBuilder?
DreamBuilder is an initiative focused on empowering women entrepreneurs through flexible online business skills development and certification. Leveraging the expertise of the Thunderbird School of Global Management and sponsored by the Freeport-McMoRan Foundation, the program aims to foster economic success for women, their families, and their communities. Originally launched as a vision by Freeport-McMoRan in 2011 and piloted in Chile and Peru in 2012, DreamBuilder has evolved into a cornerstone of Freeport-McMoRan's commitment to sustainable community development, ensuring women have robust opportunities for economic participation and prosperity in regions where the company operates. The program builds upon Thunderbird for Good's legacy, which began in 2005 with a women's empowerment program for Afghanistan and has since provided business training to thousands globally, creating jobs and improving community conditions.
How much funding has DreamBuilder raised?
DreamBuilder has raised a total of $350K across 1 funding round:
Debt
$350K
Debt (2020): $350K with participation from PPP
Key Investors in DreamBuilder
PPP
Public-Private Partnership
What's next for DreamBuilder?
The substantial capital infusion, particularly the recent strategic investment, positions DreamBuilder for significant scaling and enhanced program reach. This financial momentum is expected to fuel further expansion of its online training modules and certification programs, potentially reaching new geographic markets and demographic segments. The company's focus on economic empowerment for women entrepreneurs, supported by established institutions like Thunderbird School of Global Management and corporate social responsibility leaders like Freeport-McMoRan Foundation, suggests a strategic direction towards deepening its impact and solidifying its role as a leader in global women's economic development.
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