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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Uma C., 92, New York, NY
Uma is 92 and facing serious medical challenges, but her heart is full of beautiful memories—especially of time spent in Montauk with her late husband and children. It remains her favorite place in the world. Her Twilight Wish is a…
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Wish for a Simple Need
You can be part of this journey. Your donation helps grant wishes both big and small— meeting a simple but essential need like a new mattress to rest comfortably or an appliance that restores independence at home. Please donate today…
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Wish to Visit a Special Place
Every senior carries a lifetime of stories, memories, and hopes—yet for many, one simple dream remains just out of reach. Whether it’s visiting a cherished place, reuniting with loved ones, or experiencing a meaningful moment one more time, these wishes…
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Wish for an Activity that Brings Joy
At the Twilight Wish Foundation, we celebrate the lives and stories of seniors, believing every older adult deserves to feel cherished, honored, and deeply loved. While aging can sometimes feel lonely, moments of joy and connection can light the way.…
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Gift of Accessibility
Wishes like this take lots of planning, volunteers and resources to make it a reality. For every wish we’re able to grant, two more seniors are waiting for theirs. That’s where you can help. Please donate today to an unfulfilled…
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Gift of Music
When you donate, you’re not just giving a gift—you’re reminding a senior that they matter, that their life has meaning, and that someone cares deeply. Together, we create moments that uplift the spirit, ease loneliness, and leave a lasting impact…
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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High tea with friends!
Last year, Virgie, who is known as Grandma Moose to her family and friends, had the first part of her wish granted when she received a lighted magnifier for her typewriter along with writing supplies. Yesterday, our Westmoreland County Chapter… Learn More
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The precious gift of time with loved ones
At 70 years old, Roberta had one simple wish; to see her mother one more time. She lives on a very limited income and could not afford to travel to Virginia to visit her 94-year-old mother, a cancer survivor who… Learn More
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Pirate Parrot birthday surprise!
A very special birthday wish came true recently for Timmy, a resident of WeCare at Mt. Lebanon in Pittsburgh. Thanks to our Allegheny County chapter, his wish to meet the Pirate Parrot was granted on his birthday, June 11. A… Learn More
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Wish to see Brooks & Dunn in concert granted
Felicia, a 65-year-old resident of Westmoreland Manor in Greensburg, Pennsylvania, had a very special, lifelong dream come true! Thanks to our Westmoreland County chapter, she attended a concert by Brooks & Dunn on June 5, 2026. Moore, who has lived at… Learn More
Upcoming events
Join us in making dreams come true for deserving older adults.
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10th Annual Westmoreland County Golf Outing
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Connecticut Chapter Golf Tournament – 4th Annual Charity Fundraiser
Join us for our 4th annual golf outing to benefit seniors in Connecticut! Registration starts at 10 a.m. – lunch will be served on the golf course!
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Northeast Florida 3rd Annual Glitz, Glamour & Gaming Fundraiser
Our 3rd annual casino night fundraiser is officially set for Thursday, September 24, 2026 and we would love for you to be part of it! Save the date, buy your tickets and consider being one of our sponsors for the…
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.