Wish Stories
We’ve granted over 3,300 wishes
Mary Fulfills Her Western Dreams in Wyoming
Mary relives memories and shares her love of classic Westerns with her daughter on a memorable trip to the Wild Wild West in Wyoming.
Molly and Earl’s Love Grows to New Lengths
Molly learns a new skill and shows her love for her husband Earl by learning to give him a haircut at home.
Lifelong Pianist June Fulfills Dream to Play with Orchestra
Music lover June celebrates her lifelong passion for the piano fulfills her dream to perform on stage with an orchestra.
Mike and John Reconnect at the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall
After 5 decades apart, Mike and John renew their unbreakable friendship by visiting the Vietnam Veterans Memorial together to honor their lost brothers in arms.
Geologist Mary Jo Explores Dinosaur National Monument
Life-long learner and geologist Mary Jo celebrates her passion for science by visiting Dinosaur National Monument.
Sue Connects with Students to Share Her Story
Sue connected with a student group at St. Johns University to share her story of overcoming challenges as immigrant woman working in Media.
Vickie Reunites with Her Best Friend and Godson
For Christie and Vickie, what started as a work friendship turned into a mother-daughter relationship that has stood the test of time. So much so that Christie even asked Vickie to be her son Brayden’s godmother.
Teresa’s Gold Medal Day at the Olympic Museum
Former Junior Olympics coach Teresa reconnects with close friend Toni at the Olympic and Paralympic Museum in Colorado after 30 years apart
Margaret Rides in the Oscar Mayer Wienermobile
Since her daughters were little, Margaret joked about someday riding in the Oscar Mayer Wienermobile. A family joke became a wish come true!
Howard’s Passion Comes to Life on Broadway
At age 74 Howard gained the confidence to chase his dreams and perform the song “To Life” on Broadway in New York City
Four Lifelong Fans Cheer on the Blackhawks
We brought four lifelong hockey fans together to do the thing they love most: root for the Chicago Blackhawks, this time in a VIP private suite!
WWII Veteran Hugh Returns to Kaneohe Bay after 75 Years
WWII Veteran Hugh and his crew suffered a deadly plane crash in 1944. One of only six survivors, Hugh returned to Kaneohe Bay in Oahu, Hawaii to get closure.
Pauline’s Memories Bloom at Family Reunion
An extraordinary story about a mother’s love and a family reunion that helped Pauline’s memories bloom again.
Sisters and Holocaust Survivors Joyfully Reunite
Born in Ukraine, Ida and her sister Betty survived the Holocaust as children. After over 20 years apart, they reunited in Israel for a joyful visit.
EMT Volunteer Allen Visits the Flight for Life Headquarters
As a volunteer firefighter and EMT for 30 years, Allen’s wish was to visit the Flight For Life headquarters and thank the crew for their dedication to helping others.
