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How to Apply for a Wish

Wishes are intended to fulfill a desire for a better quality of life, or support a quest for life-gratifying endeavors. Knowing that
wishes can come true, directly affects service members' spirits, in addition to the families and communities that support
them. Whether realizing a dream to sail, go to a ball game, see a family member who lives far away or take a vacation
to a special destination, The Denis V. Cooper Foundation honors the goals and desires of our brave military service
members and their families, by granting 'Wishes for Heroes".




1) Who is Eligible:  Must be a Military Veteran, who served honorably

2) Who Can Apply: A qualified Military Veteran, a Family Member or Close Friend (for a Military Veteran)

3) What information do we need to consider the Wish request: A copy of the Veteran's DD 214. A brief description of their illness and diagnosis.

4) Contact information for the person requesting, the wish to be granted. 

 5) What is the Wish? Ex: Go on a Fishing trip, attend a ball game, or see a family member or friend who lives far away, etc...

So how are wishes granted? It is all made possible from the support we receive, in the form of donations (in both funds, services and time).
As funds, as well as donations of time and services accrue, the ability to grant... "Wishes for Heroes" is made possible.  

 
Note Regarding Wish Requests: While we always consider the entire wish requested, please be aware that we are not always able to
accommodate every aspect of the wish if it is chosen to be granted. 

    Wish Application

    IF YOUR WISH REQUEST INVOLVES TRAVEL:
    (if not applicable, leave blank)


    Note: If you live within reasonable driving distance, you may be asked to provide your own transportation)

    IF YOUR WISH INVOLVES MEETING A CELEBRITY, ATHLETE OR ATTENDING A CONCERT OR SPORTING EVENT:

    Important Information Regarding Celebrity, Athlete, Concerts & Sports Team Requests:  Wish fulfillment of these types of  wishes is also dependent
    on the compliance, availability and arrangements with the celebrity, athlete or sports team. These requests are at the mercy of the celebrity and management. Response time may be even greater.

    While we attempt to fulfill your entire request, that is not always possible and is at the sole discretion of these entities and what they can provide
    for us. Please also note that we cannot bring a celebrity of any kind to a personal residence. 
    If the Celebrity, Athlete or Tickets to the Concert or Sporting Event are unavailable, will you accept a POSSIBLE Personalized Autographed 
    Photo or Phone Call in place of a meeting or will you accept tickets to a different event?

    (Please answer this question honestly.  We have no control over Celebrities or Athletes availability or compliance to our requests.
    This includes tickets to sporting events and/or concerts.

    However, if they are unavailable, we attempt to fulfill the request in some way, but only if the nominee is willing to accept an alternative other than
    a personal meeting or attending the concert or sporting event. Please be aware there is still no guarantee of their compliance.) 
    Max file size: 20MB
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