SPECIAL SPACES DUBUQUE
[ since 2014 ]
"It continues to be an honor and a privilege for our business to support Special Spaces Dubuque."
-Doug Dolter, Owner
About Special Spaces
Special Spaces, a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization, creates dream bedrooms for children with cancer.
When a child is diagnosed with cancer, it can change their world:
- The activities that they used to enjoy may look and feel different.
- They may not be able to do the things they really love.
- They don’t play soccer, ride bikes, go to prom, or attend school.
- Children with cancer spend a lot of time away from others; time in the hospital, visiting different doctors, receiving painful treatments, feeling tired and nauseous, and oftentimes being isolated.
Special Spaces' goal is to provide these children with a special space where they can not only sleep, relax, and recover, but also play and enjoy just being kids. A custom bedroom designed just for them.
Whether they're dreaming of a princess castle, a butterfly bedroom, a pirate ship, or a sports theme, Special Spaces transforms kids' existing bedrooms into places that only they can imagine. A place for them just to be kids!
August 2026
Jace's Dream Bedroom Makeover
Creating a Special Space for him to be a teenager!
Meet Jace
We may have exceeded Jace's expectations: he loves his new bedroom! While there wasn't a specific theme we worked with, Jace:
- wanted some organization, and
- loves the colors orange and blue.
He received a complete new bedroom and a lot of space to display his collectibles, including a unique closet turned into a showcase!
The perfect space for him to enjoy!
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April 2026
Evelyn's Dream Bedroom Makeover
Pretty in Pink (and Purple)!
Meet Evelyn
Our beautiful new friend: Evelyn!
She's a sweet and silly 5-year-old little girl who loves the colors pink and purple, playing teacher, and doing arts/crafts. Her favorite characters are Lilo and Stitch.
Evelyn has had 2 years of treatment for leukemia, and we’re honored to create a dream bedroom just for her—a space filled with magic that only she can dream of.
ALOHA! What a beautiful Lilo and Stitch day it was! Evelyn LOVES her new bedroom!
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August 2025
Ty's Dream Bedroom Makeover
FARMtastic!
Meet Ty
This young guy received a bedroom makeover in August 2025! Since he loves All Things Farming, Special Spaces of Dubuque planned some fun farm-themed things for him!
Dubuque Mattress Factory was privileged to play a role in this perfect makeover for Ty!
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June 2025
Jack's Dream Bedroom Makeover
Legos + Super Mario!
Meet Jack
This adorable and smart little guy received a bedroom makeover in June 2025! Since he loves Super Mario and Legos, Special Spaces of Dubuque planned some SUPER FUN things for him!
Dubuque Mattress Factory was privileged to play a role in this fun-inspired makeover!
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October 2024
Sophie's Dream Bedroom Makeover
Meet Sophie. We were excited to play a role in this Boho-inspired makeover for this beautiful girl!
Cue the Reveal!
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July 2024
Josie's Dream Bedroom Makeover
Meet Josie. It was our pleasure to help create an awesome new bedroom for her!
Josie and the fam.
Sweet Josie.
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May 2024
James's Dream Bedroom Makeover
Meet James. We helped create something super special for him!
James, the newest friend at Special Spaces!
James turned 4 the weekend of April 13-14.
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October 2023
Braxton's Dream Bedroom Makeover
In December 2021, Braxton's parents took him to Unity Point Clinic thinking he had pneumonia. After X-rays, it was discovered it wasn’t pneumonia after all. It was cancer.
August 2023
Zoe's Dream Bedroom Makeover
A boho eclectic room with pops of color and music!
The Big Reveal (08.27.23)
August 2023
Tripp's Dream Bedroom Makeover
A Spidey-inspired makeover!
