ABOUT US
Vision
We envision a world where every woman and student—regardless of background, circumstance, or social barriers—has the opportunity, support, and resources to boldly pursue their dreams.
Conceive A Dream Foundation is committed to nurturing resilience, encouraging purpose, and building pathways to success for those who need it most.
About the Founder
Shantrice Appleby, M.D, M.Sc
Shantrice is a board-certified family medicine physician, mother of three, and proud graduate of Spelman College, Mercer University, and Morehouse School of Medicine.
Born and raised in DeKalb County, Georgia, she knows firsthand the challenges of being a student mom and nontraditional learner navigating higher education. Her journey—marked by financial struggle, academic setbacks, and deep resilience—inspired her to create Conceive A Dream Foundation in 2015.
What began as a personal mission has grown into a nonprofit that uplifts moms in college and underserved youth through mentorship, scholarships, and educational support. Dr. Appleby’s story is proof that even nontraditional paths can lead to powerful purpose—and she’s committed to helping others walk their own.
Mission
Our mission is to empower student mothers and underserved youth through holistic mentorship, educational resources, scholarships, and professional development.
We provide the tools, encouragement, and opportunities needed to help them overcome barriers and thrive academically, professionally, and personally.
Shantrice is an amateur chef, her favorites include soul food cuisine and homemade lasagna, she also enjoys baking and is learning to master pound cake and red velvet cake recipes. She is an vivid writer, she blogs and has a collection of over 75 poems. She has dreamt of traveling the world, learning a new language, and tasting foreign delicacies! Her family of 4 are all passport holders and she hopes to expand their travel portfolio! She loves helping others by connecting those in need with resources and being a healthcare advocate for family and friends.
Professionally, her passion for primary care, lead her to Family Medicine. Shantrice is the ultimate DREAMER and hopes to one day craft a niche that allows her to incorporate her love for feeding the souls of others through her cooking, poetry and healthcare services!
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