Cristian’s Dream: No Child Left on the Sidelines

1 in 3 kids can’t afford to play youth sports.

Cristian Villarreal saw that reality one day. He stood on a broken field, watching kids play in mismatched shoes and hand-me-down gear. He turned to his dad and said:
“Dad, I wish we could help them.”

Cristian never got the chance. In 2020, his life was cut short by a reckless driver. But his compassion lives on — inspiring all of us to make sure no child is left on the sidelines.

👉 That’s why we’re here today. That’s why this campaign matter

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Our Mission

Empower kids with opportunities, resources, and support.
Level the playing field so no child is excluded due to finances or circumstances.
Build community where families, businesses, and neighbors come together to lift kids up.

How We Help

Cover sports participation fees and provide equipment.
Support children pursuing their dreams in education and athletics.
Partner with local supporters to expand opportunities year after year.

Proof of Impact

A leading regional business donated $5,000 — showing The Region believes in this mission.
A boy received a mitt through Cristian’s Dream — today, he’s a catcher.
Another young athlete rose all the way to play internationally for Team Mexico.

Impact Spotlight: Champions Rise

A generous supporter gave in Cristian’s honor to provide high-quality training equipment for local student-athletes. With that support, the team pushed harder, trained smarter, and went on to win a state championship this year.

That’s the ripple effect of Cristian’s Dream: when one person steps up, entire teams rise — and futures are changed.

Why the Home Run Derby Matters

The 5th Annual Home Run Derby isn’t just a fundraiser. It’s a celebration of Cristian’s life, his dream, and the future we’re building together.

Every swing, every cheer, every donation brings us closer to a world where no child is left out.

📅 Saturday, October 11, 2025
📍 Legacy Field, Crown Point, IN (home of the Lake County CornDogs)

Your Impact Could Be…

☕ $3 → A baseball – every swing begins here
🚗 $6 → A ride to practice – no child left behind
🥎 $10 → A glove that fits just right – dignity in every game
🎽 $100 → Equip a child for a season – uniform, gear, and access
🏆 $250 → Sponsor a young athlete’s journey – tournaments, travel, and growth
⚾ $495 → Support a whole team – keeping kids together on and off the field
🌟 $1,000 → Fuel dreams for generations – a legacy-level gift of opportunity

Together, We Build Futures

This is more than charity. It’s momentum.

Every donor, every business, every volunteer is part of Cristian’s Dream. Together, we begin with heart — and from here, we build futures.

With gratitude,
Gabriel Villarreal
Founder, Cristian’s Dream
A 501(c)(3) Public Charity | EIN: 86-1646454

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Cristian’s Dream Home Run Derby 2025 – 5th Annual

1 in 3 kids can’t afford to play youth sports. Cristian saw that reality and said, “Dad, I wish we could help them.” His dream lives on — no child left on the sidelines.