Making A Million Dreams Come True with Charlie Rocket of Dream Machine Foundation

Charlie Rocket realized the need to chase his dreams after being diagnosed with a brain tumor. So, after making some big life changes, Charlie started the Dream Machine Foundation. During this episode, Charlie shares more about his journey and how he is using his foundation to change the lives of others. Charlie shares how they make an impact on those who share their dreams with Dream Machine, and tells us a few amazing stories, such as a homeless artist becoming successful, a child raising $500,000 selling cookies in her new bakery and more. Charlie shares their Million Acts of Kindness challenge that took place earlier in April, and we hear some ideas of how you can provide a random act of kindness any time! Tune in to hear his incredible story and learn more about the Dream Machine Foundation! 

IN THIS EPISODE:

• [4:46] Charlie shares his story with us. 
• [8:13] How is Dream Machine Foundation different from Make A Wish?
• [9:29] Where does the funding come from for the dreams?
• [10:40] What is the impact the foundation makes each year?
• [15:11] How are the decisions made on who will get their dream fulfilled? 
• [16:46] Charlie shares some of the dreams they have completed. 
• [22:13] Were there any challenges when Charlie transitioned from being in the music industry to launching his Dream Machine Foundation? 
• [24:15] What does the rest of the “Dream Team” do for the Foundation?
• [26:34] How does Charlie get partners, such as Sprouts?
• [27:43] How did Charlie get Once Upon A Coconut launched into stores?
• [30:13] What are some examples of Acts of Kindness?
• [33:12] Where can people find out about upcoming Dream Machine events?

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

• [8:27] Dream Machine is a small foundation, consisting of 7 employees who utilize connections and social media to make dreams come true. They utilize the viral internet era of philanthropy to help make these dreams a reality. 
• [22:20] Charlie realized that he spent his whole adult life just focusing on making money, which buried his real dream of being an athlete. That’s when he decided to leave the music industry and start the Dream Machine Foundation. 
• [31:18] Acts of Kindness don’t have to cost any money and can be simple things such as holding the door open for someone, giving up your seat for an elderly or pregnant person. A little kindness goes a long way. 

LINKS MENTIONED:

Dream Machine Foundation Website

Charlie Rocket's Instagram

Dream Machine Foundation Instagram

Ask Brien Radio Show

BIO

Charlie Rocket was managing one of the biggest music management companies in the world when he was diagnosed with a brain tumor. Facing death and weighing over 300 pounds, he made the choice to return to his childhood dream of being an athlete. He ended up losing 125 lbs, running 5 marathons, completing an ironman, and best of all, reversing his brain tumor. To top it off, he was even featured in Nike’s biggest Super Bowl commercial of all time called “Dream Crazy”, the Colin Kaepernick commercial. Charlie has now dedicated his entire life to making other people’s dreams come true through his non-profit the Dream Machine Foundation. He wants to become a new type of millionaire: the one that makes a million dreams come true.