Wish Stories
We’ve granted nearly 3,000 wishes
Navy Veteran Billy Visits Washington, DC
Mariko sings her original songs live on stage after not performing for more than a decade, thanks to Wish of a Lifetime from AARP. Read her story now.
Mariko Connects with her Community at a Live Performance
Mariko sings her original songs live on stage after not performing for more than a decade, thanks to Wish of a Lifetime from AARP. Read her story now.
Billy Sees his Daughter for the First Time in more than 25 Years
Thanks to Wish of a Lifetime from AARP, Billy got to visit his long-lost daughter in Nevada and reconnect with her after more than 25 years. Read his story now.
Jan Takes a Road Trip to Rocky Mountain National Park
Jan shares her childhood memories at Rocky Mountain National Park with her wife for the first time. Read her story now.
Encarnacion Visits Alaska, Her 50th State
Encarnacion travels to Alaska, marking a milestone of visiting all 50 states. Come along on the journey.
Sherry Reclaims a Part of her Identity in Japan
Sherry reconnects with her childhood in Tokyo, Japan. Come along on the journey.
Treena Shares Childhood Memories with her Daughter in Chautauqua, New York
Wish of a Lifetime® from AARP grants Treena’s wish to revisit Chautauqua, New York with her only daughter. Read her story now.
Mary, 97, Reconnects with Loved Ones in New Orleans
Brenda uncovers her grandfather’s African American history and shares it with her family. Read her inspiring story now.
Bobbi Drives a NASCAR Race Car
All her life, Bobbi was told women couldn’t drive race cars. Now, she’s done laps in the fast lane. Read her NASCAR story.
Peggy Witnesses the Monarch Butterfly Migration in Mexico
U.S. Fulbright Education Specialist Peggy travels to Mexico to see the monarch butterfly migration up close. Read her story and get inspired.
Barbara’s Lifelong Magical Dream Comes True at Disney World
Barbara fulfills a childhood fantasy. She traveled to Orlando, Florida, to visit the Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World. Read her story.
Brenda Researches the Legacy of Past Generations
Brenda uncovers her grandfather’s African American history and shares it with her family. Read her inspiring story now.
Gwenetta Records her Personal History in her Own Voice
Gwenetta records her personal history with Wish of a Lifetime® from AARP, preserving her legacy with pride. Read her story now.
Nathaniel Honors Six Veteran Brothers in a Museum Exhibit
Nathaniel honors six veteran brothers in a museum exhibit with Wish of a Lifetime® from AARP, a proud tribute. See his story now.
Deborah Performs Her Life Story on Stage
Deborah performs her life story on stage with Wish of a Lifetime® from AARP, sharing a dramatic tale of courage. See her story now.
