Launching
Dreams to Space
Our first A Billion Dreams Space Mission launched with
Dreams ignite us, move us
"The daily chemo and major surgeries were grueling. I wasn't allowed visitors because of the pandemic. I was allergic to my medications. I lost my hair, parts of my body, and much of my mind.
But I had a dream.
And I held on to it."
— Alyssia Jovellanos, Founder of A Billion Dreams
Launching Hope into Orbit
- Through events, workshops, and partnerships with non-profits, hospitals, and charities, we collect names and dreams from children, cancer patients, and their loved ones.
- These names and dreams are etched onto a special plaque, which is then launched into space via sponsored payload missions. Our most recent launch took place on the SpaceX Transporter-10 rocket in March 2024. Stay tuned for our next mission announcement coming soon!
- The A Billion Dreams plaque is attached to a satellite that will orbit Earth for 5-10 years, carrying these aspirations among the stars. 💫
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Launch Video: A Billion Dreams "FIRST 100" SpaceX Falcon 9 Transporter-10 Mission
Watch our 60 second launch video on instagram from our first mission that launched from California's Starbase in March 2024!
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the next launch?
We will be announcing the next mission in the coming months! Our first mission carrying the first 100 names and dreams was launched from Calfornia by SpaceX on March 4, 2024. Watch the launch video here! However, you can still support us by going to our donation page, and subscribe to our email list to be notified of future launches!
Why send names and dreams to space?
The simple act of sending a name and thinking of a dream or goal that you want to hold on to can change an entire person's trajectory.
During cancer treatments, our founder Alyssia often looked up at the sky and found inspiration in space. There's something about space that makes us wonder, dream, and think of something bigger than ourselves.
Why is there a deadline to submitting names and dreams?
Physical payloads and hardware launching on SpaceX need to be finalized many months ahead of the launch! So to make sure the names and dreams make it on time, we require submissions by then. Thanks for your support!
How do the names and dreams get on the SpaceX rocket? Are they engraved?
All names and dreams submitted by the deadline will be etched onto a metal sheet that's attached to a weather satellite. That satellite will be launching on the SpaceX Falcon 9 Transporter-10 in Feb 2024, and will orbit around earth for approximately 5-10 years until it re-enters the atmosphere like a shooting star.
What are the character counts for names and dreams?
Names are up to 25 characters and dreams are up to 70 characters.
How can I donate to the organization?
If you're interested in supporting us beyond space mission tickets, check out our direct donation page here.
Why did you start A Billion Dreams?
Our founder, Alyssia Jovellanos, wrote a blog post on our why. Check it out here!
I want to sponsor or partner with A Billion Dreams! Who do I reach out to?
Email us at alyssia@abilliondreams.org!
A Billion Dreams Mission 1 - Launching with SpaceX Video
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