About Us

Always Dream is committed to impacting early literacy through fostering family engagement and building a love of reading. Our Always Reading program is about more than reading; we are building confidence in each child, nurturing the discovery of their unique voice, and inspiring them to dream bigger. Our program is a magical mix of fun and learning for the entire family because we know that reading isn’t just a skill – it’s a ticket to future academic success and a world of endless possibilities. Join us on this journey where we’re turning little bookworms into big dreamers, one story at a time.

Our Founder

Kristi Yamaguchi

Founder and Board Chair

Kristi is an Olympic Gold Medalist, New York Times bestselling children’s author, philanthropist and mother. “As a mom of two, I’ve witnessed the transformative power of reading in my daughters’ lives and in the lives of the countless children and families we’ve worked with over the years. I feel books unlock the imagination in children, and that’s where dreams are born.”