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Wish of a Lifetime - Providing Hope and Joy For SeniorsWish of a Lifetime, powered by AARP, fulfills seniors’ dreams, from flights to reunions, inspiring joy and purpose in later years.Wish of a Lifetime - Providing Hope and Joy For Seniors Wishes Why it Matters Submit a Wish Wish Stories Programs United in Honor Voyage of Valor Wall of Valor Journey of Heroes Cupid Crew Get Involved Ways to Give 3,000 Wishes & Beyond Volunteer Celebrating Our Volunteers Get Email Updates Corporate Sponsorship Official Hotel Provider About Our History Our Mission Leadership Board Financials Media Center Donate Grant a Wish, Change a Life With your gift, we can grant more wishes, helping spark hope and joy to last a lifetime. Give today 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. Read stories “It was not just a wish of a lifetime, it was a trip of a lifetime.” At 91, Essie fulfilled her wish to visit the Smithsonian’s National Museum of African American History and Culture—honoring her heritage and her husband’s extraordinary legacy as a Tuskegee Airman. That journey became part of something even greater when Colonel James Randall’s historic artifacts, including his long-lost flight helmet, were accepted into the Smithsonian’s permanent collection. Read Essie's Story 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. Learn more 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. Get involved Stay connected and get inspired with every email. We could all use a little more hope and joy in our inboxes. Subscribe to Wish of a Lifetime emails for stories of triumph, connection, and joy. Get updates Join us in sparking hope and joy in the hearts of older adults by granting wishes. FollowFollowFollowFollow TAKE ACTION DonateGet involvedWork with us ABOUT US HomeWhy wishes matterWays to giveAbout CONTACT US 303 East 17th AveSuite 850Denver, CO 80203303-954-9144Email usAARP Privacy Policy | Terms of Service | Fundraising RegistrationsFederal tax exempt number 26-2123649 © 2026 Wish of a Lifetime® from AARP Some of the content on our website was generated with the assistance of AI tools and reviewed by staff. Nonprofit website design by Merge Studio Make Joy a Habit Your monthly gift brings wishes to life—bringing connection and hope to older adults when they need it most. Donate ×enusen-US1783837803https://wishofalifetime.org

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