How Touching Dreams raises funds
Touching Dreams started as a Dream Hotels & Resorts initiative and remains the charity of choice across its portfolio of 21 properties.
Over the years, annual Hospitality Industry Think Tanks and Gala Dinners have brought together leaders from across tourism and hospitality to raise funds for Touching Dreams initiatives.
But sustained impact requires sustained support.
Whether you are part of the tourism industry or a company seeking to align with high-impact causes, we welcome your partnership in building a more inclusive and sustainable future.
Souvenirs with a mission
Signature Initiatives
Learn about some of the initiatives that have been implemented to raise funds for Touching Dreams:
the official mascot of Dream Xplorers
Kamo the Chameleon
Kamo is the official mascot of Dream Xplorers, the children’s programme at Dream Hotels & Resorts. Touching Dreams has adopted this character as its own as a way to raise funds including being brough to life in the form of a Kamo toy.
Available at participating properties, every Kamo toy sold contributes directly to Touching Dreams initiatives. The toy is made by Wild Fig, a Kwazulu Natal small business, specialising in sustainable home décor and handcrafted products. This helps ensure community support extends through the supply chain.
INSPIRING YOUNG TRAVELLERS
Kamo Comic Book Series
A beautifully illustrated series of Kamo adventure comic books has been created to further support Touching Dreams.
Each book doubles as a colouring activity and shares educational messages about environmental protection and responsible tourism — inspiring young travellers while raising funds for good.
Purchase a Kamo toy or comic book at participating properties. Or to order one email debtor@touchingdreams.co.za
Create your own souvenir to raise funds
Are you interested in creating a purpose-driven product to sell at your hotel or resort? Consider creating your own children’s toy, comic book or bespoke souvenir that enhances the guest experience while raising funds for a meaningful cause.
the Taste of Giving
Collaboráre wines
Collaboráre is a South African wine range served exclusively at Dream Hotels & Resorts properties. For every glass or bottle sold, 15% of the proceeds are donated directly to Touching Dreams.
The range was developed through a collaboration of hospitality managers and renowned winemaker, Rikus Neethling. The collection includes a Sauvignon Blanc, Red Blend, Rosé, and Brut Sparkling Wine.
Each gifted bottle is paired with a unique coaster crafted from upcycled plastic by Lilly Loompa, a Western Cape-based waste management enterprise — further reinforcing the initiative’s sustainability ethos.
Stories of Impact
Dream Diaries
Dream Diaries is a curated collection of feel-good stories celebrating the everyday, unsung heroes across Dream Hotels & Resorts, who are working to make a positive difference for people and the planet.
From community upliftment to environmental stewardship, these stories showcase the human impact behind the hospitality experience.
The collection has been published as a beautifully designed coffee table book, available for purchase at Dream Hotels & Resorts properties. Proceeds from every copy sold go directly towards supporting Touching Dreams initiatives.
Purchase a copy at participating properties.
Be part of the movement.
Every purchase. Every partnership. Every donation makes a difference.
