About | Jumping Dreams,Inc.

Finding Inspiration in Every Turn

More than a rope.
A place to belong.

Founded in 2017 by siblings Angelicka Crawford-Davis and Dominique Artis, Jumping Dreams began with a love of jump rope and a commitment to Charlotte’s young people.

They saw that young people needed support, mentorship, and a safe place to grow. Jumping Dreams became that place.

Four programs. One purpose.

Jumping Dreams Academy — school-based after-school care, snacks, homework support, and enrichment.

Family Fitness Fun — monthly experiences that help families connect and build healthy habits.

Dreamers to Leaders — hands-on training and workforce experience for youth in grades 8–12.

Jumping Dreams Double Dutch — competition and performance that build confidence, endurance, teamwork, and good citizenship.

Room to grow. Reasons to dream.

Our Dreamers find mentors who believe in them, teammates who feel like family, and a positive outlet for their energy. We’ve seen shy participants become confident performers and teens grow into mentors, leaders, and college students.

We help young people dream bigger, reach higher, and lead stronger.

Creating Opportunities That Change Lives

At Jumping Dreams, we believe that exposure to new experiences is just as critical as building confidence and skills. We are proud to provide life-changing opportunities that empower our young people to dream bigger, achieve more, and see new possibilities for their futures.

Through their journey with us, our youth have had the opportunity to:

Visit college campuses across the region, sparking early college and career exploration
Perform at the legendary Apollo Theater in New York City, showcasing their talents on one of the world’s most iconic stages
Build lifelong connections through meaningful friendships and mentorships
Be featured on the nationally televised series Making Good, sharing their stories and inspiring a wider audience
Travel for the first time, gaining independence, and creating unforgettable memories

These experiences do more than strengthen résumés; they build hope, pride, and vision. They show our young people that their voices matter, their talents are valuable, and their dreams are worth pursuing.

At Jumping Dreams, we don’t just teach jump rope or supervise youth—we open doors, expand horizons, and help young people grow bold visions for their lives.