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Dream Foundation The only national organization making final dreams a reality for terminally-ill adults and their families.
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The first and largest national organization granting final dreams for adults. Dream Foundation enhances the quality of life for individuals and their families facing terminal illness. Dream recipients are those individuals who have been given a year or less life expectancy. Dreams range from basic need items, like a working stove, to bedside reunions and meaningful experiences with children and loved ones. Founded in 1994, Dream Foundation serves more than 2,500 dreams each year and relies on a network of volunteers, sponsors and individual donors. For more information, visit www.dreamfoundation.org or call (805) 564-2131.

Robert dreamed of meeting Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson because “he has been an exceptional role model - a symbol of resilie...
10/09/2026

Robert dreamed of meeting Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson because “he has been an exceptional role model - a symbol of resilience, integrity, and heart” that Robert has looked to, especially “now, during these trying times.”
We just wanted to thank Dwayne The Rock Johnson for going beyond Robert’s Dream, and for the generosity he showed Robert and his wife, Elizabeth.
Elizabeth shared, “You have no idea how much this day meant to Robert and how much me and the rest of his family will cherish this. There are not enough words. Thank you.”

Abby and Josh always talked about holding a special celebration for their 20-year wedding anniversary in December, but t...
09/25/2026

Abby and Josh always talked about holding a special celebration for their 20-year wedding anniversary in December, but then Abby was diagnosed with terminal brain cancer. She says, “My doctors have made it clear I will not make it.”

Abby had one Dream: to renew her vows to the man she loves by the sea with their children present.

Thank you to all of you who made Abby’s Dream come true, with special thanks to Sundial Beach Resort & Spa, Jennifer Manzo, Floral Artistry of Sanibel, Lady Cakes, Sanibel Skin Spa, Beautifulife by Kay Casperson, pink out, FISH of Sanibel-Captiva Inc, Alaska Airlines and Turo.

Thank you to Veronica Costa Photography for capturing a celebration the family will treasure forever.

This Dream was so magical that we created a special ‘vow renewal’ album where you can see the full love story you helped write. Visit https://www.dreamfoundation.org/abbys-dream/.

09/09/2026

Kim’s sacrifice will stay in your heart forever – and her Dream lives on.

Watch this film by Jeff Harasimowicz for the full incredible story, and if you’d like to know more about how you can help make Dreams like this come true, visit dreamfoundation.org.

Thank you Silverstein Properties, The Salvation Army USA, National September 11 Memorial & Museum, New York City Fire Department (FDNY), New York City Department of Parks & Recreation, WTC , New York City Department of Sanitation, Tunnel to Towers Foundation, Roman & Erica, Inc., Karen Carlucci, Dream Foundation’s New York Advisory Council .teichman.18488 and National Board of Directors .freeman.52, and Diane & Kurt Horning for helping make Kim’s Dream possible.

And thank you Jeff—we are beyond grateful for your moving film!

In Loving Memory Kim Schwich 03/06/1964 – 02/28/2024

James is a proud U.S. Army veteran. He is also a huge Elvis fan. Today, he is living with Alzheimer’s. His daughter told...
09/04/2026

James is a proud U.S. Army veteran. He is also a huge Elvis fan.
Today, he is living with Alzheimer’s. His daughter told us, “While he often forgets names and faces, he never forgets Elvis.”
In James’s mind, he served with Elvis in Germany and the two were good friends. They never met – but the thought brings James peace and comfort in this stage of his life.
His daughter, Jennie, wanted James to have “one final piece of happiness” and asked for help with a visit to Graceland, saying, “This trip would mean everything to a soldier who has given so much.”
Thank you to all of you who helped James “visit his friend” Elvis at Graceland.
Our special thanks go to Fisher House Foundation Hero Miles and Turo for helping with transportation. Jennie told us, “Divya, our Turo car rental host left a beautiful arrangement of flowers inside for us. It was such a sweet, thoughtful surprise that made us feel so welcomed.”
The Guest House at Graceland kindly welcomed James and Jennie as their guests and provided their Graceland Tour tickets, and took these fantastic photos of James’ Dream trip. Jennie says, “Having high-quality, professional portraits of him looking so happy at Graceland means the world to me. I will cherish them forever.”
Our wonderful supporters also helped Jennie buy James “many wonderful Elvis shirts and sweatshirts that he absolutely loves. Seeing the pure joy those souvenirs brought him is something I will never forget.”
“Since it is just the two of us, these memories are incredibly precious. Thank you so much.”
We’d also like to thank Genentech volunteers.
If you’d like to learn more about Dreams for Veterans or see how you can help make Dreams like these possible, visit dreamsforveterans.org.

“It was amazing what you all did for us. My husband and I were both crying watching the last fireworks. It was his last ...
08/14/2026

“It was amazing what you all did for us. My husband and I were both crying watching the last fireworks. It was his last trip and we both knew it. It was so sentimental, but I’m just so happy we were together.”
Bob’s whole world revolves around his family. He dreamed of spending his last months spoiling them and sharing one final adventure.
Thank you to all those who helped Bob, his wife and his son visit Orlando to enjoy the sunshine and family theme parks. We are especially grateful to the Marino Family who generously donated their timeshare points, Turo for kindly helping with transportation, and our caring supporters for contributing to their expenses. You gave Bob and his family the chance to relax and enjoy a trip full of love and joy. Those smiles say it all!

07/29/2026

Scott served his community as a police officer for 25 years after serving our nation in the U.S. Navy. Here’s what he has to say about his final Dream of seeing his favorite baseball team, the Pittsburgh Pirates, play at Oracle Park in San Francisco, California.
Thank you to everyone who made Scott’s Dream unforgettable: to all those who support Dreams for Veterans, to the San Francisco Police Department for honoring Scott and his wife with a police es**rt to the game, and to the Pittsburgh Pirates and San Francisco Giants for welcoming them with open arms and hearts.
If you’d like to learn more about Dreams for Veterans, or how you could help make a terminally-ill veteran’s final Dream come true, visit dreamsforveterans.org.

Lorraine had such fond memories of the time when family would gather for tea. When she learned she was facing the end of...
07/24/2026

Lorraine had such fond memories of the time when family would gather for tea. When she learned she was facing the end of her life, she dreamed of hosting one more elegant tea party for the people she loved the most.
Our generous supporters helped Lorraine provide a sumptuous spread.
Southwest Airlines kindly helped with flights so that three generations of women could come together for an afternoon of magic and memories. It was everything Lorraine had dreamed of.
She says, “I have come to value time with my loved ones more than ever.”
Thank you to Melissa Lyn Photography for capturing the occasion so beautifully.

David dreamed of spending time with his family, especially his brother, Aaron. They hadn’t seen each other in twelve yea...
07/10/2026

David dreamed of spending time with his family, especially his brother, Aaron. They hadn’t seen each other in twelve years.
Thank you to United for kindly providing flights and our generous supporters for helping the family enjoy a few special meals together.
You can see how happy David was from his big smile. After the Dream, David’s mom wrote, “Thanks so much for making David’s Dreams come true. Aaron and David really enjoyed their time reconnecting. In fact, we all did. Again, thank you to you and your amazing supporters.”

Darrick spent his life as a public servant, serving as a Police Officer for 23 years and a CSI instructor for 19 years. ...
06/26/2026

Darrick spent his life as a public servant, serving as a Police Officer for 23 years and a CSI instructor for 19 years.
He’d only ever seen the sea once in his life, and it moved him deeply. He told us, “I remember standing on the beach looking out in awe of something so big, so beautiful and so powerful.”
When he learned that his cancer was terminal, he wrote to Dream Foundation asking for help to take his wife to Florida to see the ocean one last time.
Our thanks go to Southwest Airlines and Turo for helping with transportation, Historic Tours of America for kindly welcoming the couple on a magical train ride through the best of Key West and FishingBooker for an unforgettable shark fishing trip.
Darrick told us, “I cannot thank the Dream Foundation enough for the memories that will absolutely last me for the rest of my life.”

Today we honor the courage, sacrifice, and strength of our women veterans. On , we're filled with deep gratitude for ev...
06/12/2026

Today we honor the courage, sacrifice, and strength of our women veterans.
On , we're filled with deep gratitude for every woman who has served our country. You are seen, you are celebrated, and you are never forgotten.
At the end of life, every veteran deserves a Dream come true. Thank you to everyone who helps Dream Foundation fulfill the final Dreams of women veterans, active service members, and members of the Reserve and National Guard.
U.S. Army veteran Michele dreamed of a family vacation in Hawaii. Thank you for making her Dream possible.
If you’d like to make a special gift towards Dream Foundation’s Dreams for Veterans or see how we help all U.S. veterans at the end of their life, visit dreamsforveterans.org.

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