Empowering At-Risk Youth in Sullivan County, NY

Dream Tank is an organization that provides opportunities for young people to learn, grown, and excel. At the same time, we provide support and mentoring to guide them in the right direction. Through our work, we empower at-risk youth to discover their purpose in life and make the most of their potential.

About Us

Dream Tank was founded by Judge Josephine Finn in order to help at-risk and disadvantaged youth find their purpose and avoid her courtroom. As a nonprofit organization, we empower young people to find their purpose. We maximize research based protective factors such as enrichment, mentorship and character education; thereby minimizing the risk factors that lead to gangs, violence, crimes, substance abuse and teen pregnancy.

Power Project Pilot Program

In order to achieve our mission, we offer a variety of enrichment services that keep our youth and their families engaged. We do this by providing creative opportunities such as.

Family engagement

Character Education

Cultural Exploration

Field Trips to Museums, Colleges, and Plays

Retreats

Life Mapping

Mentorship

Music

Mentoring

Outdoor Exploration

Volunteerism

Civic engagement

Books study and writing workshops

Internships

Networking with nationally renowned experts

Restorative justice

Professional development

Tutoring

Artistic development

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Dream Tank Activities & Field Trip Consents
- I give permission for my child to participate in ALL program activities, events, and field trips
- I give permission for program staff to transport my child in their own personal vehicle.
- I give permission for MCSD to transport my child to all programs, activities and field trips (MCSD Students Only)
There may be certain days where after school Dream Tank activities last longer than 4:30pm. When that occurs, MCSD late buses will be unavailable to bring your child home. Please see activity schedule for days which that will occur. That schedule is subject to change and there may be other activities that require your child to find their own means of transportation home. Please note below how you would like your child to get home:
Please indicate which program you would like your child to attend:
- Wednesday After School Sister Sister Program from 2:30pm-4:30pm (MCSD Females Only)
- Thursday After School Program from 2:30pm-4:30pm (MCSD Students Only)
- Saturday Music Enrichment Program from 11:00am-2:00pm (Open to ALL residents of Sullivan County)
- Wednesdays 2:30-5:30 Recording studio
My child is allowed to walk home if activity is located at school or close to home in Monticello:
Circle One:
- YES
- NO
If no, student will be required to be picked up by parent/guardian or person(s) noted below:
Person Picking Up Child / Relationship & Phone Number:
I acknowledge that my child is in good physical health and suffers from no condition that would restrict her/him from participation in any program activities.

Liability Clause: I understand that Monticello Central School District and Creative Think Tank inc. (a.k.a. Dream Tank) shall not be responsible or legally liable for any bodily injuries or the result thereof incurred and suffered by my child while engaged in any activity, unless such loss or injury results directly from negligence or willful act of any employee or volunteer of the Monticello Central School District or Creative Think Tank inc. (a.k.a. Dream Tank) acting outside the scope of their employment duties.

Medical Consent: I consent that my child be transported and given medical treatment if needed.

Other: I also give consent for my child to have their photo or video published for advertisements, publications, social media or press release.

By signing I am confirming that I have read and understand this document in its entirety and I am in full agreement. I am granting permission for my child to participate in all programs and activities. Should any circumstances arise during the event, I will be available to pick up my child. My child knows that inappropriate behavior may result in removal from activities and ineligibility from future events.
Name of child enrolling in MBK:
Name of parent / legal guardian:
Address of parent/ legal guardian:
Phone number of parent / legal guardian:
Signature of parent / legal guardian:
Date
MM slash DD slash YYYY
Please state any food allergies or any other information about your child that we should be aware of:

Partnerships

Monticello Central School District

My Brother’s Keeper

Fallsburg Central School District

Maternal Infant Services Network (MISN)

Ellenville Central School District

Children's Rights Society (SPEAK)

Where to Find Us

33 Lakewood Ave
Monticello, NY 12701

How You Can Help

Our dedicated team of staff members and volunteers from our local community are passionate about making a difference in the lives of our young people. We are always looking for new ways to individualize our approach to helping the youth as well as addressing the needs of the community we serve. If you would like to be a part of this effort, consider becoming a volunteer. We also accept donations. Your financial contributions help fund our programs for the youth.

Become a Volunteer

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