The Center
The Milken Center for Advancing the American Dream is a cultural institution dedicated to illuminating pathways to opportunity for all. We are a part of the Milken Institute, a nonprofit, nonpartisan think tank focused on accelerating measurable progress on the path to a meaningful life.
What We Do
The ideal at the heart of the American Dream speaks to the aspirations of people everywhere: No matter who you are or where you come from, you should have an equal opportunity to succeed. At the Milken Center for Advancing the American Dream, we focus on four pillars: Health and Medical Research, Entrepreneurship and Innovation, Education and the Educator, and Access to Capital and Financial Empowerment. Through research, convenings, exhibitions and public programs, we invite people to explore bold ideas, gain practical insight, and engage in dialogue that can bridge divides and inspire action.
We are a place of possibility, where hope is made tangible, and solutions are forged together. Because when opportunity is accessible to everyone, the American Dream is not just preserved—it is propelled forward.
Leadership & Team
Meet the powerhouse team behind the Milken Center for Advancing the American Dream.
Careers
Our Work

The State of the American Dream
In partnership with Gallup, we embarked on a national survey to better understand perceptions of the American Dream. The findings will be featured in our Hall of Dreams through a dynamic data visualization wall.
The American Dream Video Project
We’ve captured thousands of powerful stories from visionaries, entrepreneurs, and changemakers who turned dreams into lasting impact. Here’s a glimpse into this project. More will be on view at The American Dream Experience.
Our Historic Buildings
The Milken Center for Advancing the American Dream is located in five historic buildings in the heart of Washington, D.C., just steps from the White House and the U.S. Treasury.

Over the past five decades, I’ve known and worked with many outstanding people who exemplified the American Dream. When we began planning the Milken Center for Advancing the American Dream several years ago, we wanted to celebrate their stories and those of thousands of others who provide inspiration and hope for the future.
Message from MCAAD Founder Mike Milken