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Launch or grow a business you love with the guidance, funding, and roadmap of American Dreams Realized.

We help entrepreneurs build businesses they’re excited to run — and profitable enough to build generational wealth.

American Dreams Realized is a nonprofit founded to help entrepreneurs launch and grow successful businesses. Thousands of Americans are stuck in jobs they don’t love, but they just don’t know how to move on. Many are barely making ends meet, however, they don’t know how to find a career where they would actually enjoy going to work every day.

At American Dreams Realized

We help entrepreneurs build businesses they’re excited to run —
and profitable enough to build generational wealth.

At American Dreams Realized

We help entrepreneurs build businesses they’re excited to run — and profitable enough to build generational wealth.

You can live the American Dream with the help of our nonprofit

CHOOSE YOUR PATH

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Startup Entrepreneurs

Launch Something You Believe In

If you’re dreaming of starting a business — but unsure where to begin — we give you the structure, tools, and support to start strong and avoid costly mistakes.

Your Startup Benefits:

$1,500 Startup Grant toward branding, website, SEO, and social media
Startup Checklist built from Your Business Pipeline™
Access to mentors, online modules, and a new-entrepreneur community
Clarity and direction to build the right foundation from day one

Startup Checklist

Start Your Journey

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Existing Entrepreneurs & Home-Services Companies

Grow Smarter. Scale Faster. Earn More.

If you already run a business — but feel overwhelmed, under-supported, or stuck — ADR’s Growth Path gives you the systems and structure to scale without chaos.

Your Growth Benefits:

$5,000 Growth Grant for marketing, digital relaunch, and business optimization
Implementation of the Your Business Pipeline™ model
KPI tracking, workflow refinement, and system-building
Targeted support for trades and essential home-services entrepreneurs

Growth Plan Checklist

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“I went from working in my business to working on my business — and doubled revenue in 6 months.”
— Grant Recipient

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THE ROADMAP — YOUR BUSINESS PIPELINE™

The Proven Roadmap to Entrepreneurial Success

At the heart of ADR is a tested system: Your Business Pipeline™ — the book and program created by Daniel Fitzgerald, founder of Global Growth Networks.

Built on 25+ years of real-world experience helping contractors and entrepreneurs scale, this roadmap helps you:

Identify bottlenecks that limit your growth,
Build repeatable systems across marketing, sales, and operations, and
Turn your dream into a sustainable, scalable business.

This program is included with every ADR grant — giving you the education, structure, and accountability to succeed.

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Get The Book…

Used by hundreds of growing
businesses nationwide.

WHY WE EXIST

Why We Exist — To Help You Build Freedom, Purpose, and Prosperity

America’s entrepreneurial spirit is alive — but too many people don’t know where to start. We’re here to change that.

The world has changed. Since the pandemic, millions of Americans have re-evaluated what “work” means — and what success looks like.
People are realizing they don’t want to just have a job; they want to own their time, control their income, and do something that matters.

But the path to entrepreneurship can be confusing — especially when you’re trying to figure it out alone. That’s where American Dreams Realized (ADR) comes in.

We’re a nonprofit organization built to guide, fund, and mentor people from all walks of life who are ready to create something of their own. Whether it’s your first business, a second career, or a side gig that turns into your next big chapter — we help make that dream achievable.

Why it matters now more than ever:

Freedom & Flexibility: More people than ever work remotely or independently — business ownership gives you control of your schedule, your clients, and your income.
A New Generation of Entrepreneurs From Gen Z creators to mid-career professionals, people are turning passion projects into real revenue streams.
The Rise of the Home-Based Business: Digital tools now make it possible to launch and run a company from your laptop or garage — without huge overhead.
Trades & Essential Services Are Booming: Skilled trades are in high demand. Entrepreneurs who start these businesses today are tomorrow’s industry leaders.
Retirees Are Re-Entering as Founders: Many retirees are healthy, experienced, and eager to stay active — turning decades of wisdom into new ventures.
The Side-Hustle Revolution: Part-time businesses are becoming full-time opportunities. We help you structure and scale them responsibly.
Purpose & Community: Building something of your own reconnects people with purpose — and contributes to local economies and stronger families.

At ADR, we combine proven systems, grant funding, and hands-on mentorship so you can skip the guesswork and start strong.

Because when you thrive, your family thrives — and that’s how the American Dream is realized.

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83% of workers say they dream of being their own boss. ADR exists to make that dream attainable — not impossible.

WHY TRADES &
HOME-SERVICES MATTER

And Why They’re the Opportunity of a Generation

The trades are more than “jobs.” They are essential, high-demand, high-earning entrepreneurial careers — and they’re shaping the future of the American economy.

For decades, young people were pushed toward college degrees, corporate ladders, and office jobs. But today, the tide has turned. Across the country, families, schools, and communities are rediscovering the power, dignity, and financial potential of skilled trades and home-services businesses.

At the same time, America is facing something unprecedented:
A massive skilled-labor shortage — and a booming demand for essential service businesses.

Homeowners need help more than ever, and there simply aren’t enough qualified companies to serve them. That creates one of the greatest entrepreneurial opportunities in modern history.

Why the trades matter right now:

Explosive Demand: HVAC, waterproofing, remodeling, plumbing, electrical, and home safety services are growing every year — regardless of economic conditions.
Skilled Labor Shortage: As older tradespeople retire, demand far exceeds supply. Entrepreneurs entering now can dominate their markets.
High Income Potential: Many trades-business owners earn more than college graduates — often reaching six figures or multi-seven-figure annual revenues with the right systems.
Recession-Resistant: Homes always need repairs, maintenance, and upgrades. These are businesses that survive and thrive even in downturns.
Practical, Hands-On Entrepreneurship: You don’t need a degree or investors — just skill, discipline, and the right business roadmap.
Prestige Returning to the Trades: Younger generations are embracing craftsmanship, independence, and purpose-driven work.
Adults & Retirees Are Re-Entering:Retirees with strong work ethic and life experience are launching profitable boutique service businesses.
<Fastest Route to Generational Wealth: With repeat customers, high margins, and scalable systems, trades companies can build long-term family legacy.

This is why American Dreams Realized dedicates a full division to support tradespeople and home-services entrepreneurs. These are the businesses that:
✔ strengthen communities
✔ create stable jobs
✔ support families
✔ and build wealth that lasts for generations

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Trades are the fastest-growing segment of new entrepreneurs.

Our grant programs, mentorship, workforce partnerships, trade-school initiatives, and the Your Business Pipeline™ roadmap are specifically structured to help contractors:

Systematize their businesses
Grow without chaos
Train better teams
Increase profit and pricing power
Stand out using modern digital marketing
And become leaders in their local markets

Whether you’re a technician dreaming of going out on your own or a long-time business owner ready to scale, ADR gives you the resources, tools, and guidance to grow confidently and sustainably.

Meet Our Founder

Dan Fitzgerald is an esteemed author of global marketing programs, an influential entrepreneurial trainer, and lead generation pioneer in the home services industry! Dan wrote the quintessential “how-to program” on marketing to homeowners, for contractors in all industries. A totally inclusive guide to establishing an appropriate brand, planning & tracking techniques, marketing strategy, and implementation rules, tips & innovations to ensure contractor success. He introduced award winning media negotiation strategies that remove or lessen the risk on advertising campaigns, increasing their ROI. He established a theory on “allowable-cost-per-lead”, ensuring if followed, contractors will sustain profit margins, while staying within their allocated marketing budget.

Read Dan’s full bio.

At American Dreams Realized

We help entrepreneurs build businesses they’re excited to run — and profitable enough to build generational wealth.

At American Dreams Realized

We help entrepreneurs build businesses they’re excited to run — and profitable enough to build generational wealth.

You can live the American Dream with the help of our nonprofit

CHOOSE YOUR PATH

WHY WE EXIST

Why We Exist — To Help You Build Freedom, Purpose, and Prosperity

America’s entrepreneurial spirit is alive — but too many people don’t know where to start. We’re here to change that.

83% of workers say they dream of being their own boss. ADR exists to make that dream attainable — not impossible.

WHY TRADES &HOME-SERVICES MATTER

And Why They’re the Opportunity of a Generation

The trades are more than “jobs.” They are essential, high-demand, high-earning entrepreneurial careers — and they’re shaping the future of the American economy.

Trades are the fastest-growing segment of new entrepreneurs.

Meet Our Founder

We help entrepreneurs build businesses they’re excited to run —
and profitable enough to build generational wealth.

WHY TRADES &
HOME-SERVICES MATTER