The Dawn Brancheau Foundation’s Fifth Annual Dream Big 5K was held over the weekend at SeaWorld Orlando. Nearly 1,000 participants enjoyed a scenic 3.1 mile fun run through the park with friends, family and co-workers while listening to Dawn's favorite inspirational music.
The Dawn Brancheau Foundation is dedicated to improving the lives of children and animals in need. Its goal is to inspire others to follow their dreams and promote the importance of community service. This year's event proceeds will benefit several community projects including:
- The purchase of a Yamaha Electric Utility Cart for the Adopt-A-Villa program at Give Kids the World
- Supply bunk beds and dressers for the boys at Central Florida Children's Home
- Provide funds for Dawn's Garden and the construction of a new playground swing set at Edgewood Children's Ranch
- Purchase picnic tables for Dawn's Picnic Area at Matthew's Hope Firm Foundation Preschool
- Sponsor the construction of Dawn's Nature Trail and Gazebo at Harbor House of Central Florida
- Purchase three benches for the new dog walk at Orange County Animal Services
- Build an area for small dogs within Dawn's Play Yard at Osceola County Animal Services
- Sponsor a day of free spay and neuter services for Dolly's Foundation
Immediately following the event, all participants were invited to join volunteers assembling “Family Food Bags" for the families serviced by Matthew's Hope and "Doggie Treat Bags" for the dogs sheltered by Osceola County and Dolly's Foundation.
For more information about the Foundation and how to get involved, visit DawnsFoundation.org.