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and veterans who are suffering from loss or a life limiting condition.

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Help Mr. John Meet His Baby Grandson

John is a Vitas Hospice patient who has faced serious health battles for quite some time now. He has just one simple, heartfelt wish: to fly from Panama City, FL to Boston, MA to meet his newborn grandson for the very first time. This is more than just a trip. It’s a chance to say hello and “I love […]

Jerry’s Wish

After 39 years of service, Army Veteran, Jerry Neff took to the skies in the iconic Stallion 51 Flight Operations Crazy Horse, a powerful moment made possible through Vet’s Wish. Thank you to Stallion 51 for an incredible flight experience! And a special thank you to our supporters for helping us grant this wish and honor a […]

Help Us Grant Louie’s Skydiving Wish!

He’s a hero who never stops serving, and now it’s our turn to give back. Meet Louie, a retired U.S. Marine and the driving force behind the relocation and revival of American Legion Post 378 in Gulf Breeze. From working closely with the Board of County Commissioners, overseeing every phase of renovations, coordinating with contractors, […]

Linda’s book is coming to life! Help us launch it.

Linda, a true crime enthusiast and former capital murder case juror, always dreamed of publishing a book about her experience. After surviving a life-threatening battle with heart disease, she shared this dream with Cindy, a compassionate VITAS volunteer. VITAS connected her with our My Wish team, and that dream is now becoming a reality. Thanks […]

Donovan’s Wish

A Vet’s Wish: A Journey to Niagara Falls The Escambia County school system knows him as the resource officer who is always there when needed—a steady hand, a comforting presence, and a protector for both students and staff. His unwavering dedication to his community is clear to anyone who interacts with him. But beneath his […]

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A Fall to Remember

Our My Wish team received a referral from Nonie’s Place to support a young girl grieving the loss of her 18-year-old sister, Bella. Before Bella’s passing, the family had hoped to pick apples and enjoy a beautiful, fall day together at an orchard in North Carolina but missed the harvest by a week. To honor […]

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8-Year-Old Jayden’s Wish

Eight-year-old Jayden has faced more challenges than most kids his age, battling illness while navigating his mother’s medical issues, making it hard to enjoy the simple joys of childhood. Through our My Wish program, we arranged a special weekend for Jayden and his dad in Atlanta, where they could enjoy live wrestling and create lasting […]

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Rocco’s Wish

Rocco, a proud veteran turning 101, has lived a life of service, love, and devotion. When asked by the Vet’s Wish team how to honor him, his wish was simple: a family birthday dinner at Cheddar’s to be surrounded by his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. For Rocco, the greatest gift is sharing memories and love […]

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Peggy’s Wish

When Peggy’s mother passed away, she sought a special way to honor her memory. With help from our My Wish team, she found the perfect memorial stone to place in her mother’s beloved garden. Now, this garden—a place filled with flowers and memories—serves as a peaceful space for Peggy to reflect. The stone stands as […]

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A Mother’s Wish

In a heart-wrenching yet beautiful journey, a young mother of two—ages 6 and 16 months—faced the reality of her brain cancer diagnosis. Knowing she would soon leave her beloved husband to care for their young children, her deepest wish was to create lasting memories that would help her little ones remember her not just through […]