Making the world a nicer place to age, one Twilight Wish at a time.
Twilight Wish Foundation honors and enriches the lives of seniors through intergenerational Twilight Wish celebrations.
Wish #5334 granted. One more sailing trip!
Founder Cass Forkin, L’Oreal Paris Women of Worth Honoree
Wish #5000 granted. Visit memorial in Italy!
Norma Sue, 94, had her wish granted to visit the memorial In Italy for her late husband who was a WWII veteran and pilot!
Wish #4662 granted. 100th birthday celebration!
Norman, a WWII veteran, celebrated his 100th birthday with a big party!
Wish #5341 granted. Disney birthday party!
Barbara, 74, had her wish for a Disney-themed birthday party granted!
Wish #4716 granted. Accessibility ramp!
Chip, 76, had his wish for an accessibility ramp for his home granted!
Open Twilight Wishes
Discover how we turn dreams into reality for seniors in need. Learn about our mission, the lives we’ve touched and how you can be a part of the journey.
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Ruby P., 79, Morrisville, PA
Ruby P. is a 79-year-old from Morrisville, PA. who simply wants something many of us take for granted — a working refrigerator. Ruby’s current fridge no longer cools, and she’s relying on a small mini fridge to store her daily medications.…
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Jerry C., 69 New Castle, PA
Jerry has spent his life in service to others. He was a volunteer Pennsylvania State Police Constable for many years and dedicated over 45 years to the Lawrence County Housing Authority, where he worked to support the elderly and disabled residents. Even during…
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Richard L., 74, Greensboro, PA
Richard L., a 74-year-old resident of Greensboro, PA, dreams of owning an electric scooter. For years, he dedicated his time to volunteering at the local food bank and the Greensboro Firehall. Unfortunately, health issues have now prevented him from continuing…
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Grace P., 77. Leechburg, PA
Grace has submitted a Twilight Wish, and we need your help to make it come true. She would greatly benefit from a lift chair due to her severe mobility issues, including arthritis, hip and back pain, and a herniated disc.…
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Veterans Wish Program
Thanks to generous donors, we were able to grant many wishes over the past year to senior citizens who have proudly served our country. Our goal in 2025 is to surpass that number and grant wishes to as many elderly…
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Donate Now to help us grant more wishes!
Donate Now to help us grant more wishes!
How A Twilight Wish Comes True
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Apply
Submit a wish request for yourself or a deserving senior by completing our Twilight Wish Application either online or by downloading our printable application. Twilight Wish never charges an application fee and won’t accept applications from a third party.
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Review Process
Twilight Wish applications are reviewed by our Twilight Wish Committee at our monthly meeting which is the second Thursday of every month. If the application meets our criteria, it is either approved or denied. If approved, it is assigned to a committee member or a chapter
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Funding
Twilight Wishes are funded through donations, corporate partnerships, grants and in-kind donations of goods or services.
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Celebrate
With chapters throughout the U.S., we have many dedicated and enthusiastic Twilight Wish granters who help make dreams come true. On the day of their wish granting, every wish recipient receives an “My wish is being granted today!” button and a personalized Twilight Wish Certificate.
Why we do it
A Population In Need
Senior citizens are the fastest growing population in the world. The number of Americans 65 and older is projected to more than double to over 98 million by 2060. In the U.S. today, one in three seniors older than 65 live alone and the number of seniors living alone only increases with age. Many of these seniors experience social isolation which puts them at risk of developing medical conditions such as high blood pressure and dementia. Granting a Twilight Wish can help change that.
Changing Lives, One Twilight Wish At A Time
Our Twilight Wish recipients report overwhelmingly that having their wish granted impacted their life for the better. Their mental and physical health often improves, positively changing their outlook on life. Simple Needs Wishes, such as hearing aids, dentures, and lift chairs often have the biggest impact on improving the quality of life for low-income seniors. Items such as these reduce isolation, increase self-esteem and allow many seniors to continue living on their own.
Embracing Aging
The wishes we grant are changing the way our society views aging as it witnesses seniors living life to the fullest by skydiving, riding a Harley one more time or publishing their first novel. By sharing our recipients’ stories, we are inspiring both older and younger generations and helping to bring about a cultural shift in how aging is perceived in our society. Through our annual “Week of Wishes” or “WOW,” we encourage others to grant wishes for seniors in their communities and help us make the world a nicer place to age, one Twilight Wish at a time.
Experience and Results You Can Trust
Fulfilled Wishes
Discover heartwarming stories of fulfilled wishes. See how kindness and generosity have transformed the lives of seniors.
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Navy veteran has wish to attend Pirates game granted
Carl is a Navy veteran and has not been able to attend a Pirates game in many years after suffering a stroke. Now 90 years old, his health is further deteriorating and he wished to go to one last Pirates… Learn More
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Navy veteran celebrates his 90th birthday with Elvis impersonator
Our Rhode Island chapter granted a very special wish for Bob on June 28, 2025. A Navy veteran, Bob turned 90 on Saturday and also celebrated his 68th wedding anniversary with his beloved wife Barbara. His original wish was transportation… Learn More
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A taste of New Orleans in Houston
Although Bernadine had lived in New Orleans for many years when she was younger, she never had the chance to ride in a horse-drawn carriage there. Now, at 76 and living in Houston, she has courageously battled both liver and… Learn More
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Take me out to the ballgame!
“Take me out to the ballgame!” A group of veterans from The Retreat in Hartford were treated to a Hartford Yard Goats game! Thank you to NBC Connecticut for donating the tickets for these deserving veterans! Learn More
Upcoming events
Join us in making dreams come true for deserving older adults.
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Twilight Wish CT Golf Tournament
Save the date for the Twilight Wish CT 2025 golf tournament!
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Westmoreland County 9th Annual Golf Outing
Save the date for the Twilight Wish Westmoreland County 2025 golf tournament!
Voices of Gratitude
Lizzie R., 88
Bobbie Joe F., 75
Libby M., 79
Sylvia F., 73
Nancy S., 90
David C., 96
Give Today
As little as $25 can help make a senior’s Twilight Wish come true.