Grant a Wish, Change a Life
With your gift, we can grant more wishes, helping spark hope and joy to last a lifetime.
Our mission
As a charitable affiliate of AARP, Wish of a Lifetime® sparks hope and joy in the hearts of older adults by fulfilling their dreams through personalized experiences that promote healthy and purposeful aging. We share these stories to inspire those of all ages.
“I just want to show people that anyone can do everything they want to in life.”
Born underweight and later diagnosed with cerebral palsy, Beth has faced medical and social hurdles all her life. After experiencing the healing powers of scuba diving for the first time with her occupational therapist assistant, she yearned to get an even bigger taste of freedom.
Aging is universal
But as we age, we encounter barriers to connecting with the people, places, and events that bring joy and meaning to our lives.
Lost connections
Far too many seniors lose touch with their communities when facing barriers beyond their control. Whether economic factors, health challenges, or social inequalities, these challenges can seem insurmountable when faced alone.
Isolation and despair
When older adults experience a lack of connection to the people, places, and events that shaped their lives, it leads to feelings of hopelessness—blocking their ability to age with joy.
Together, we can change that, one wish at a time.
Let’s make waves
Watching someone age with hope and joy starts a ripple effect. It inspires all generations to strive for more and ensures that aging is full of possibilities.
With every life-changing wish we grant, we send a wave of hope through the community.
Be a champion for change
A life transformed by a wish starts with you. From discovering and granting wishes to joining our team for programs and events, you can experience the power of a wish firsthand.
Volunteer with Wish of a Lifetime to help older adults in the communities that need it most.
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