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DREAM FOUNDATION 2014 Newsletter, Vol. 1
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Enriching a final journey. Acknowledging a life lived.
our mission The mission of Dream Foundation is to enhance the quality of life for individuals and their families facing a life-threatening illness by fulfilling a heart’s final wish.
A Trip Down Memory Lane: IN 1995, CALIFORNIA DREAM RECIPIENT, JOE, EXPERIENCED THE THRILL OF SKYDIVING. AFTER HIS DREAM JOE SAID, “FROM THE TERRORIZING FEAR TO AN EXHILARATING RUSH OF EXCITEMENT TO AWE AND THEN THE CALM OF THE SERENE DRIFT TO THE EARTH, IT WAS TOTALLY ENCOMPASSING! THANK YOU FOR YOUR GIFT AND YOUR WORK.”
I N T H I S I SSU E Message from the Founder 2 In Memory 10-11
Dream Backers 3
Soul Food 4-5
20 Years of Milestones 12-13
Awareness in the Media 16-18
Dreams Come True 6-8
Planned Giving 14
Toy Program 19
Notes from the Heart 15
Flower Empower 20-21
www.dreamfoundation.org
Above and Beyond 9
Events 22-23
Message from the Founder & Board
Recently,
Dream Foundation Board of Directors met and with sadness accepted Thomas Rollerson’s resignation as President. Dream Foundation’s mission and vision are the result of Thomas’ passion, caring and tireless commitment to advocacy for quality end-of-life care. Under Thomas’ steadfast leadership, Dream Foundation has brought joy, relief, comfort, friendship, community and encouragement to thousands of dreamers and their families facing one of life’s biggest challenges. Dream Foundation marks its 20th anniversary this year. “My role with Dream Foundation, all the dreamers, dedicated volunteers and staff has given my life profound fulfillment and a heart so full of love,” Thomas says. “In these 20 years my heart has been constantly filled with profound moments shared with dreamers; time spent with you witnessing your countless, selfless acts of kindness and compassion; and lifelong friendships made. These are the gifts I will cherish and carry with me forever. I know the power of Dream Foundation’s mission will carry it forward to provide countless dreams in the future.” Thomas continues, “It was important to me to step down as President with Dream Foundation thriving. It is time that I let dreams grow under new leadership and take some time to catch my breath and fulfill some personal and professional dreams. I began this organization to serve as a voice for the voiceless, and I will always continue to serve in advocacy for quality end-of-life care, final wishes and causes to ease the suffering of fellow human beings. “I am proud to have ended every single year since 1994 with a surplus, thereby earning the faith and trust of all of you. Dream Foundation is in sound financial shape with a renewed Charity Navigator 4-star rating, and is poised to continue serving final wishes. I am especially proud that with your support we have kept our founding pledge to never deny a heart’s final wish.
In loving memory of Timothy Scott Palmer, 1962-1994
“I am deeply grateful for the amazing Dream Foundation staff and community that have served this mission all these years. Each of you is a golden thread of the fabric of love that has enabled us to honor the final wishes of thousands of hearts and souls. Only by coming together have we made so many dreams come true, and I thank you from the bottom of my heart. “Throughout the past 20 years I have been profoundly humbled in my role as a Dream Maker and advocate for those who fight for their lives. As John Lennon said, ‘You may say I’m a dreamer, but I’m not the only one.’ One may have inspired this organization, however it was built by the love of all of you.”
Thomas Rollerson Founder
Board of Directors 2014 Kenneth P. Slaught Chairperson Santa Barbara, CA Founding Principal & President, Investec Real Estate Companies
Hollye Harrington Jacobs, RN, MS, MSW Vice Chairperson Santa Barbara, CA
Richard Burnham Mansfield, TX Co-Founder, Odyssey HealthCare, Chairman
Mark DePaco Santa Barbara, CA Partner, Fell, Marking, Montgomery, Garnet & Raney LLP
Luke Ebbin Santa Barbara, CA Record Producer, Mechanism Strategic Music Consultants
J. Paul Gignac Santa Barbara, CA Partner Arias Ozzello & Gignac, LLP
David Glickman Beverly Hills, CA President & Managing Director, Glickman Capital
Bob Murphy Santa Barbara, CA CEO, Vantage Financial, LLC
Justine Roddick Santa Barbara, CA Roddick Foundation
Bobby Shand Santa Barbara, CA President, The Shand Group
Chris Smith Redwood City, CA President, Ohana Real Estate Investors
The Board is profoundly grateful for Thomas’ leadership, tireless compassion and unsurpassed commitment. We are grateful for his service and hope all his future dreams will come true. On behalf of the Board,
Kenneth P. Slaught Thomas Rollerson Chairman Founder
In earning Charity Navigator’s four star rating Dream Foundation has demonstrated exceptional financial health, outperforming most of its peers in its efforts to manage and grow its finances in the most fiscally responsible way possible.
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Thomas Rollerson
Dream Foundation has received the Independent Charities of America (ICA) Seal of Excellence. The award goes to charities that have, upon rigorous independent review, been able to certify, document and demonstrate on an annual basis that they meet the highest standards of public accountability, program effectiveness and cost effectiveness. It is estimated that fewer than five percent of charities reviewed meet or exceed these standards.
Dream Backers A Note from Our New Executive Director KISA HEYER I am thrilled to be serving as Executive Director and leading a phenomenal Dream Foundation team as we celebrate our 20th anniversary and look in eager anticipation to the next 20 years. Not only is Dream Foundation poised to have served our 20,000th dream by the end of 2014, we are moving ahead in unprecedented efforts to expand and reinforce our national scope. Endeavors underway include hosting exciting events in communities throughout the country; embarking on a complete, rebranding overhaul; strengthening our corporate partnerships and developing new ones; and continuing to steward our treasured relationships with you, our loyal and compassionate donor base.
Dedicated Service and Compassion for 20 Years The growth and maturation of Dream Foundation over the past 20 years is the result of love and commitment demonstrated by thousands. There is a select group of donors who have given regularly since day one. Here is testimonial from two of them…
I want to reflect on the amazing contributions our Founder, Thomas Rollerson, has made over the past two decades. He remains an inspiration to us, as we look ahead to the next 20 years, we are truly proud to continue the work he has done. As Executive Director, I’ve had the privilege to experience not just the deep compassion, consideration and effort our staff and volunteers place upon each dream request, but also the efficiency of our operations as we achieve recognition for the highest standards of public accountability, program effectiveness and cost effectiveness. Dream Foundation has hit its 20-year milestone from a place of solidarity and strength. As we look ahead to an exciting future, we remain humble and mindful of our core. Making dreams come true is—and will always be—the heart and sole of this incredible organization. With your selfless and ongoing support, we will continue to meet the evergrowing need for our most vital services. On behalf of the heroic dreamers and their families we’ve been privileged to serve for the past two decades—and the countless thousands more whose lives remain to be touched with a final dream—thank you for being a Dream Maker. Sincerely,
Dream Foundation is pleased to welcome… …Mark DePaco and Justine Roddick to the Board of Directors. Entrepreneur and activist Roddick says, “Dream Foundation is the essence of kindness and comfort and I am honored to provide a supporting role in the inspiring work they do.” DePaco, a partner at Fell Marking, a well-established Santa Barbara law firm, joined because, “I was moved by the organization’s compassion. I’ve seen few organizations touch the lives of people the way Dream Foundation does.”
Would you like to become more involved? Please contact Jackie@dreamfoundation.org
“The heartfelt sincerity of everyone involved in Dream Foundation is the same now as it was 20 years ago when it all began. The consistency, clarity, dedication, friendliness and teamwork are something everyone should be proud of. Your great work has helped shape my views over these past 20 years. Thank you for helping me become the person I am today.” JOEL LANDSON 20-YEAR DONOR
“I have supported Dream Foundation since 1994 simply because I had the profound privilege of being there from the beginning. I am so proud of what you have accomplished over these 20 years, and I’m grateful to be included in this extraordinary group. If anyone out there doubts what the power of love can do, go visit Dream Foundation. Your life won’t ever be the same.” JAYN KRASCO 20-YEAR DONOR
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Soul Food
Thanks to Our Corporate Partners Richard “Dick,” a 77-year-old U.S. Navy veteran from Santa Barbara, Calif., dreamed of bringing life back into the once flourishing vegetable garden he and his wife, Sara, had nurtured together for many years. Dick and Sara had transformed their land into a beautiful and functional space, laying each brick of their patio themselves and growing food for their family. They also preserved and donated any surplus to their local food bank. Dick took pride in nourishing others. Yet, as his end stage esophageal cancer bore down on him, his garden gradually fell into disrepair. For this reason, it was his dream to revive it and provide Sara with a plot she could continue to maintain once he was gone.
Marion, pictured with her daughter, enjoying her new ramp
Dozens of local Carl’s Jr. volunteers, construction and landscaping crews, and Dick’s neighbors, friends and family all came together to help revive the garden. Dick and Sara watched as seeds and bulbs were planted, their new shed took shape and their new fence was assembled—all while they were surrounded by love, support, and hope. Both Carl’s Jr.® and Hardee’s® restaurants belong to parent company, CKE Restaurants, Inc., which is a longtime Dream Foundation corporate Partner in Dreams. In 2013, CKE Restaurants officially expanded its Stars for Heroes™ partnership with Dream Foundation, choosing the organization as a national beneficiary. The Stars for Heroes fundraising campaign harnesses the national reach of both the Carl’s Jr. and Hardee’s brands and the generosity of its customers, franchisees and company employees to rally behind the nation’s military families, veterans and communities. Funds raised during the campaign go to assist military heroes through national charity partnerships as well as through select regional charities with the same mission and ties to Carl’s Jr. and Hardee’s restaurant communities. Since its creation in 2011, the Stars for Heroes fundraising campaign has raised close to $2 million for military families, communities and veterans. For more information or to donate to the campaign, visit Stars for Heroes on Facebook at www.facebook.com/StarsforHeroes.
Marion, 78, of Rhode Island, dreamt of having a wheelchair ramp installed at her home to increase her mobility and regain access to the outdoors. As long as she could remember, she loved basking in the sunlight of her yard. Surrounded by family, she often enjoyed backyard cookouts— particularly when her grandchildren came to visit. Suffering from terminal dementia and hypertension, Marion gradually became immobile. She grew overwhelmed going up and down her stairs for fear of falling, and eventually stopped going outside. Her dream came true when the ramp was installed and she was once again able to enjoy her outdoor space safely and comfortably. Marion’s dream referral came to us from Gentiva Health Services, a Partner in Dreams since 2001. Since then, Dream Foundation has fulfilled more than 7,000 dream and special needs requests to Gentiva patients from 183 Gentiva Hospice Foundation locations with grants totaling more than $4 million. In 2010, Gentiva Health Services acquired Odyssey Healthcare and its family of companies. Gentiva continues to serve as a major corporate partner, allowing us to further expand our dream program nationwide.
Volunteer Carl’s Jr. team members and Dick and Sara Tidd with their granddaughter (center)
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A 78-year-old from California, Linda was diagnosed with ovarian cancer in 2007. She had been a dedicated social worker, intent and passionate about helping those less fortunate. Faced suddenly with a prognosis of three months or less, Linda knew it was time to focus on her loved ones and make lasting memories with them. Her dream was to relax together in a beach house, enjoying the comfort and tranquility the ocean brings. The most important part of Linda’s family time proved to be the bond that formed between her brother and her son; she found peace in knowing they’d have each other when she was gone. Zach, her 34-year-old son, had diligently taken on the role of caregiver throughout her illness. Now, she knew he’d be cared for, too. Linda’s relaxing beach retreat came true in large part due to the generosity of TelePacific Communications. “She was so incredibly sweet,” said Karen Hallsman, a TelePacific employee who—along with a team of volunteers—delivered Linda’s dream to her home, spent time with her and helped build excitement for the upcoming trip. “She happily modeled the hat and scarves we brought her to wear at the beach, and she was very grateful for everything.”
Telepacifc Dream Hosts in Los Angeles meet dream recipient Linda and present her with her dream.
TelePacific Communications, whose relationship with Dream Foundation dates back to 2003, is a corporate Partner in Dreams that also maintains a successful employee giving program. In 2005, the corporation’s first donation from payroll deductions yielded $30,000. Now, close to 150,000 employees company-wide have given to Dream Foundation through employee giving. TelePacific’s corporate responsibility extends to hands-on volunteerism though dream hosting, where employees like Hallman and her colleagues further enhance the dream experience by hand-delivering dream packages with a hug, a smile and a celebration.
Telepacific employees presenting Dream Foundation with $35,000, the result of the company’s 2013 employee giving.
Georgia resident Deborah, 61, suffering from chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, had a final wish to experience one of life’s simplest pleasures: dinner out at Olive Garden, the Italian restaurant she’d been eager to eat at, but only ever known from commercials. Financially devastated by costs associated with her illness, Deborah—with the assistance of her Optum™ Palliative and Hospice Care social worker—appealed to Dream Foundation for help. Devoid of family support and therefore considering her caregivers her most treasured relations, Deborah’s dream became even more special when she learned they would be dining with her. The special meal, VIP treatment by the Olive Garden staff and limousine transportation to and from provided priceless memories, while photographs of the gathering captured her favorite moments. “I am humbled by the recognition Deborah’s dream has received,” her social worker said afterward of the media attention it attracted. “I am thankful that you make end-of-life desires memorable and cherished. I applaud you for seeing a vital need and meeting that need with Dream Foundation.” Optum Palliative and Hospice Care became a Corporate Partner in Dreams in 2008 with contributions from its 17 locations nationwide. Since then, Optum has donated more than $200,000 to Dream Foundation and as of February 2014 has referred 135 patients for a dream. Formerly known as Evercare™ Hospice & Palliative Care, more information about palliative care and hospice care provided by Optum can be found at optumhospice.com.
Jacquita Blount, right, executive director with Optum Palliative and Hospice Care in Macon, Ga. gives a toast in honor of Deborah, center, at Olive Garden. CREDIT JASON VORHEES/THE TELEGRAPH, MACON, GA
To know even one life has breathed easier because you have lived. That is to have succeeded. –
RALPH WALDO EMERSON
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Dreams Come True
A Whale of a Time California resident Joseph “Joe,” a 90-year-old U.S. Navy veteran suffering from end stage pancreatic cancer, dreamed of seeing Ferdinand and the other Beluga Whales at SeaWorld San Diego. Joe had spotted his first beluga in the wild while serving as a Navy pilot in World War II. He was struck immediately by their beauty and grace in the water. When Joe heard that a beluga called Ferdinand was coming to SeaWorld near his granddaughter’s home, he was thrilled and followed the whale’s life story closely. Every time he visited San Diego, Joe would demand a stop at SeaWorld. His granddaughter knew the way to entice him to move closer to her was to purchase season tickets. However, when they arrived weeks later for their first visit to the park, they discovered Ferdinand’s habitat was under construction. Yet SeaWorld came through with a VIP backstage tour. In his final days, Joe was able to meet Ferdinand, touch and feed him. After a lifetime of love and wonder, his dream had come true. PARTNERS: CKE RESTAURANTS HOLDINGS, INC., COREY VILLICANA PHOTOGRAPHY
GENTIVA HOSPICE, SEAWORLD SAN DIEGO
Doris and Mickey Mouse became fast friends.
For the Child at Heart Florida resident Doris, 78, was diagnosed with ischemic cardiomyopathy, dementia and seizure disorder. But a child at heart, she dreamt of going to Walt Disney World to eat lunch with Mickey and Minnie. It had been 55 years since she last visited the park, yet it was an adventure that continued to bring her joy after all these years— so much so that she wanted to relive her childhood memories once again. Doris was thrilled to return to the magical environment and went on every ride she could. She visited Mickey Mouse and they look pictures and hugged. Mickey presented Doris with a huge plush toy and signed the foot, a gift she treasured. “The experience was so rewarding. She had the time of her life,” Doris’s caretaker recounts. “She sleeps with her stuffed Mickey and tells everyone around her that her dream did come true.” PARTNER: WALT DISNEY WORLD RESORT
“I felt like a celebrity and was able to have fun and forget about my illness. It’s the people that made our trip special and we will never forget that.” – J O L I N E,
DREAM RECIPIENT
PARTNERS: GENENTECH, HOTEL MONACO, UNITED AIRLINES
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Joe watches the beluga whales with his family.
Dreams Come True
Big Apple Brings Big Fun For 65-year-old Pennsylvania resident Martha and her family, breast cancer had devastated generations of their loved ones. Martha had fought the disease three times before being diagnosed with end stage metastasized breast cancer. Her great-grandmother and grandmother passed away from the illness, and two of her daughters and one granddaughter have been touched by it as well. Yet despite her family’s seemingly constant struggles, Martha dreamt of a getaway to New York City, where she and her daughters could enjoy the museums and see a Broadway show. “It was an incredible experience. I was able to spend precious time with my girls, which was the most important part of my dream,” Martha reminisces. “The highlight was watching Mamma Mia! with my babies. We even went backstage and were able to meet the cast. The primping beforehand— having our makeup done, pictures taken and the limo ride to the theatre—was unbelievable. Thank you so much for caring and understanding how important this was for me.” PARTNERS: GENENTECH, HILTON GRAND VACATIONS CLUB
Richard and his wife on their new love seat.
Love…and a Love Seat 54-year-old Richard, of Montana, was diagnosed with chronic myeloid leukemia and dreamt of owning a reclining love seat so he could sit and hold hands with his wife. Also, since he had been restless and struggled with sleep for more than a year due to his illness, he hoped the chair would allow him to stop disturbing his wife while she tried to sleep. Richard was ecstatic to receive the love seat. The difference in his voice after a good night’s rest was remarkable. His dream provided each of them with the gift of being well rested— something so simple that had been unattainable. The comfortable couch ended up bringing comfort to Richard’s whole family.
Martha with her two daughters and two granddaughters enjoying a memorable trip to New York City.
PARTNER: GENENTECH
“We had a wonderful time in New York and seeing a Yankees game! Your generous spending money allowed us to enjoy delis and cheesecake and bring some souvenirs home for our children. It was so nice to forget our troubles for a few days!” – K I M B ER LY,
WIFE OF DREAM RECIPIENT DARREN
PARTNERS: GENENTECH, HILTON GRAND VACATIONS CLUB, NEW YORK YANKEES, SOUTHWEST AIRLINES
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Dreams Come True
A Special Birthday Party Flora, 98, of Ohio, was diagnosed with gastric cancer. Her 99th birthday approaching, she dreamt of visiting her niece and great-nephew, who she hadn’t seen in a decade. Not only was the family reunited, Flora celebrated an unforgettable 99th birthday together with them and a host of friends, other family, neighbors and her church comFlora enjoys homemade birthday cupcakes. munity. From her social workers at Gentiva Health Services, Flora received homemade birthday cupcakes (with 99 sprinkles) and wore a big grin as her loved ones sang her Happy Birthday. Afterward, she loved looking at the snapshots of the special day, which provided tangible evidence and memories of a dream come true.
“Words cannot explain how thankful we are. The service, hotel, theme parks and everything was just perfect. Diego had such a fun time.”
PARTNER: GENTIVA HOSPICE
– D I EGO ’ S FA M I LY PARTNERS: GENENTECH, HILTON GRAND VACATIONS CLUB, SEAWORLD ORLANDO, UNITED AIRLINES, UNIVERSAL STUDIOS ORLANDO, WALT DISNEY WORLD RESORT
“I was able to see our land from above and create a memory for my daughter that will last a lifetime. This one day was just about her and me, and not my cancer.” – L I N DA ,
DREAM RECIPIENT
Visit the Adopt a Dream page on our website to see dream stories in progress and donate to a specific dream.
Eric at his best friend’s wedding in Florida
My Best Friend’s Wedding A husband and father, 39-year-old Eric, of Washington, dreamt of traveling to Florida to be the best man in his best friend’s wedding. Alaska Airlines allowed Eric to fly with his wife and daughter to the special occasion, where they stayed at the amazing waterfront Longboat Key Club Resort. The wedding gave Eric the opportunity to reconnect with friends he hadn’t seen in years, and to share in his buddy’s special day. The family was able to spend a day at Walt Disney World before flying home, a treat he was able to share with his young daughter that made him very happy. Eric’s dream to reconnect with old friends gave him the opportunity to make joyous memories during a difficult time. PARTNERS: ALASKA AIRLINES, WALT DISNEY WORLD RESORT
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Above & Beyond: A Corporate Partnership at Work Dream Foundation is fortunate to have the active support of individuals and companies across the country that apply their niches, talents and audiences in support of dreams.
Dream Foundation is deeply thankful for the compassionate employees of Genentech who go above and beyond to make the dream experience special for the families we serve. A corporate partner in dreams since 2006, Genentech takes corporate responsibility seriously—allowing its team nationwide to serve as the face of Dream Foundation when we are unable to be there ourselves. As Dream Hosts, Genentech volunteers meet our dreamers and their families in person, hand-delivering their dream packages, answering questions and bearing gifts of flowers, balloons, souvenirs and other surprises meant to enhance the dream experience. Most importantly, the Dream Hosts spend time with the dream recipients, providing company and friendship. Often profoundly impacted by their time together, Genentech Dream Hosts frequently remain in contact with the dreamers for months or even years after the dream has occurred. Since the dream-hosting program first began in 2007, Genentech has engaged 413 volunteers on deliveries and hundreds of others during conferences and meetings. In total, Genentech Dream Hosts have delivered 776 dreams, with 174 in 2013 alone. We often receive feedback from Genentech employees detailing how dream hosting has changed their lives for the better…
“You gave my mom the happiest week of her life. The trip to the Grand Canyon was awesome!” – PEN N Y, DAUGHTER OF DREAM RECIPIENT, AVENELL
PARTNER: GENENTECH
“My heart has been opened to the plight of others and the grace and dignity with which they live daily, smiling. Thanks for the opportunity to experience putting a smile on the face of the patients we serve each day.” – RICK,
“We had the honor to deliver a dream to Richard today. We felt right at home. We could have talked with Richard and Bonnie all afternoon. They were such nice people. And to see the look on Richard’s face when we gave him the laptop and printer was one that nearly brought us to tears. Thank you for giving us the opportunity to deliver this dream to this wonderful man!” STEVE AND BOB GENENTECH DREAM HOSTS IN CALIFORNIA
“It truly was a gift to deliver Claire’s dream. We are grateful we work with a terrific company that always puts patients first. We are blessed to partner with your team. Thank you for everything you do for cancer patients. Claire is a very special person. This was the first dream for Michelle, Nancy and myself. A day we will always treasure.” SANDY GENENTECH DREAM HOST IN FLORIDA
Do you have a volunteer idea? Email kaitlyn@dreamfoundation.org or visit www.dreamfoundation.org/volunteer
GENENTECH DREAM HOST
“Thanks so much for everything, y’all went out so much. The hula skirts, beach stuff and decorations were so awesome. Made us feel like we were almost there in Hawaii.” – M A R Y,
DREAM RECIPIENT
PARTNERS: ALASKA AIRLINES, GENENTECH, HILTON GRAND VACATIONS CLUB
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In Memory Dream Foundation celebrates the lives of our dreamers and their final wishes. JANUARY 1, 2013 – JANUARY 31, 2014 ADAVEA, 88 – To acquire assistance with funeral
expenses
TIFFANY, 36 – To attend a show at the Sight & Sound
Theatre in Pennsylvania EDWARD, 71 – To experience the magic of Disney World CARLETTE, 32 – To enjoy the rides at Six Flags in Georgia JAMES, 62 – To meet the bluegrass band Seldom Scene THOMAS, 69 – To receive a visit from his son in OR LAUREN, 32 – To travel to Atlantis MEGAN, 29 – To make lasting memories at Disneyland LAURA, 47 – To spend time at Disneyland with her family SUZANNE, 62 – To reunite with family ALEKSEY, 51 – To receive assistance with necessities COLLEEN, 59 – To have a lunch for twelve at Cirina’s Restaurant TAWANA, 67 – To travel to San Diego MICHAEL, 20 – To go on a shopping spree at Best Buy MARGARITA, 61 – To visit with her siblings in South Carolina THEODORE, 89 – To be with his daughter in Myrtle Beach DANIEL, 27 – To go on a vacation YSIDRA, 96 – To attain assistance with necessities GLORIA, 66 – To relax on a honeymoon in Hawaii DAVID, 65 – To receive a visit from his daughter JOHN, 79 – To get a new laptop TERRI, 49 – To take a trip to Disney World CLARE, 39 – To stay in a beachfront vacation rental ALEJANDRO, 56 – To make memories San Antonio Sea World JOHN, 51 – To acquire assistance moving LINDA, 64 – To visit a lighthouse in Maine CATHERINE, 59 – To acquire travel assistance and lodging STEVEN, 61 – To see his mother ARTHUR, 30 – To get a new laptop SHELBY, 37 – To experience the magic of Disneyland DEAN, 71 – To get a new laptop IAN, 69 – To receive a visit from grandchildren NICHOLAS, 20 – To attend a Twins v. Yankees game
“Thank you for giving me the gift of memories, sunshine and laughter.” – M O L LY,
DREAM RECIPIENT
PARTNERS: GENENTECH, SOUTHWEST AIRLINES, WARNER BROS. STUDIOS
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JAMES, 72 – To fish off the pier at the beach MICHELLE, 39 – To get a new computer NORBERT, 55 – To attend a MMA fight of Urijah
Faber with family MICHAEL, 58 – To take a trip to Disney World JOSHUA, 37 – To see his son throw the first pitch at a Mariners game NANCIE, 57 – To attend a Broadway show of The Lion King ILENE, 70 – To receive assistance with funeral expenses CARL, 58 – To complete music tracks in a recording studio JOANNE, 62 – To provide airfare for her daughter to visit from IL RUBEN, 74 – To experience Carlsbad, California SHEILA, 53 – To unwind with a spa treatment BETTY, 64 – To move about on a scooter JUANITA, 60 – To vacation in Myrtle Beach MARY, 38 – To make memories with her family at Disneyland GERALD, 53 – To publish his journal DONNA, 50 – To see the ocean EDILKRI, 33 – To spend time with family at Disney World ROBERT, 70 – To acquire assistance with food & bills THEO, 72 – To revamp his landscaping MALACHI, 70 – To print a poem anthology JANET, 30 – To vacation in Hawaii VALENE, 31 – To fly in a helicopter over the Grand Canyon STEPHEN, 63 – To reunite with his family MARIA, 66 – To have a contact visit her incarcerated daughter LATOYA, 28 – To enjoy a day at Disney World with her family BILLY, 62 – To go deep sea finishing in South Carolina LEE, 71 – To receive funeral assistance TERRY, 49 – To stay at the Claremont Hotel JACQUELINE, 48 – To see her twin grandchildren WILLIAM, 63 – To watch a NASCAR race MELISSA, 35 – To help make her kids’ visit special CAROL, 51 – To attend a 49ers game EDNA, 96 – To receive a lift chair APRIL, 64 – To see her daughter and granddaughter MATTHEW, 42 – To travel to Boston LILLIAN, 52 – To stay at the Mohonk Mountain House PHILIP, 69 – To meet Derek Jeter BARBARA, 55 – To go to Dollywood DARLA, 49 – To attend a taping of Dr. Phil LULA, 54 – To take a trip to the Gulf Coast of Florida LEE, 65 – To have a computer JASON, 21 – To vacation in Florida JO, 73 – To spend Christmas at Disney World CLAUDETTE, 62 – To relax with a spa day at home ZULA GOLSH, 86 – To have a visit from her daughter MICHAEL, 51 – To travel to a casino in New York SINTHEA, 56 – To enjoy time with her sister in Tampa JULIE, 53 – To get a laptop MICHAEL, 73 – To receive Steeler’s memorabilia JOE, 77 – To go fishing in Minnesota RUSSELL, 55 – To experience the World Aquarium in St. Louis THERESA, 56 – To get a beach house rental MATTHEW, 26 – To tour the Cowboys stadium and see a game ABEL, 44 – To have a signed Demarcus Ware jersey BARBARA, 61 – To enjoy a night out with friends JANET, 67 – To see the ocean JILL, 53 – To travel to San Francisco FRANCINE, 42 – To make memories with family at Disneyland LENORE, 48 – To meet Reba McIntyre and see her in concert
MICHELLE, 36 – To vacation in New England MATTHEW, 30 – To attend a NE Huskers
football game
JOAN, 72 – To visit her grandson JULIA, 51 – To spend time at Disneyland with
her family
BEATRIZ, 20 – To go on a shopping spree PHYLLIS, 79 – To see her grandchildren KENNETH, 95 – To have a party celebrating life ARACELIS, 44 – To experience the magic of
Disney World
HABIBO, 48 – To throw a family reunion PEDRO, 18 – To play on a gaming system with
a new TV
MARGARET, 56 – To travel to Disneyland DAVID, 71 – To receive financial assistance IVAR, 69 – To vacation with family ROBERTA, 87 – To reunite with her grandson JOSHUA, 28 – To Skype with Michael Jordan WILLIAM, 86 – To have a lift chair FRANCIS, 74 – To attend a Rockies game DAVID, 29 – To take a trip to Disneyland with
his family
LISA, 42 – To meet Jon Bon Jovi CINDY, 51 – To go to Cardinals spring training WILLIAM, 45 – To watch the Yankees play the Redsox RANDY, 53 – To relax on a vacation with his wife MONIQUE, 74 – To acquire assistance with flying
to Africa
MARK, 49 – To see a NASCAR race and meet
Jimmy Johnson
ROSS, 37 – To visit Disney World with his son NAOMI, 45 – To meet Dolly Parton ROBERT, 82 – To eat dinner with family SONDRA, 34 – To honeymoon in San Francisco WILLIAM, 79 – To have Matt Lauer report a story
on mail boats
MATTHEW, 54 – To attend the Daytona 500 JEAN, 43 – To swim with the dolphins at Sea World CARY, 50 – To take a trip to Disneyland with family LINDA, 69 – To be visited by her son MIA, 47 – To travel to Nashville CHARLES, 21 – To vacation to the Falling Water
Building
JAMES, 42 – To have an iPad LAURIE, 55 – To experience Disney World BARBARA, 60 – To receive a craft store gift card HOWARD, 91 – To acquire a lift chair MASON, 63 – To get a larger television SALLY, 73 – To spend Christmas in New York ANGELA, 48 – To tour the Smithsonian Museum FELIX, 22 – To meet the 49ers CAROL, 63 – To make memories with her family
at Disneyland
IRENE, 79 – To reunite with her family LYVONNE, 79 – To spend her 80th birthday with
her daughter
DORION, 44 – To have a birthday party BERNADEAN, 89 – To move around on an electric
scooter
DAVID, 42 – To take a road trip to Sequoia Park RYAN, 28 – To receive a new television JEFFREY, 37 – To eat a banquet dinner with family PATRICIA, 60 – To be visited by her nephew MICHAEL, 60 – To have a book published JACINTA, 19 – To go on a shopping spree PEGGY, 57 – To meet the band “The Who” and
see in concert
GENIE, 86 – To see her niece DAKOTAH, 20 – To play on a Nintendo Wii-U CHESTER, 55 – To reunite with her brother RICHARD, 54 – To vacation at Disney World SHARON, 57 – To take a romantic trip to Las Vegas
In Memory JOSEPH, 90 – To see Ferdinand, the beluga whale
at Sea World KRISTEN, 35 – To travel to Disney World SONYA, 18 – To have a professional photo shoot DOROTHY, 85 – To receive a visit from son RICHARD, 75 – To fly sister to see him THERESA, 75 – To see Broadway show The Lion King LINDA, 67 – To visit Washington, DC STANLEY, 37 – To take a trip to Utah and visit an animal sanctuary GERALDINE, 71 – To make memories in Disneyland LORENZO, 46 – To have an iPad KERRY, 37 – To use a travel scooter NANCY, 49 – To acquire tickets to see The Daily Show SETH, 68 – To vacation to Maui, Hawaii PATRICK, 34 – To reunite with family BLAINE, 43 – To stay at the Marriott MARIA, 46 – To take a trip to Big Bear JAMES, 48 – To spend time with family at Disney World JOYCE, 60 – To receive a visit from her daughter JANICE, 43 – To be with her children RICHARD, 73 – To get a pinball machine RONALD, 39 – To swim in a hotel pool in Cape Cod REBECCA, 55 – To travel to Black Hawk casino ARTHUR, 66 – To be visited by his son JAMES, 57 – To go on a road trip through Florida KATHY, 63 – To meet Paula Deen NORMA, 78 – To attend and meet Reba McIntyre in concert MARISSA, 45 – To travel to Disney World RON, 51 – To make memories with family at Disneyland and Sea World BETTY, 61 – To spend time at the Columbus Zoo with loved ones JULIE, 34 – To experience the magic of Disney World with her family JOHN, 65 – To host a family reunion STEPHEN, 30 – To fish on Solomon’s Island, Maryland JAMES, 67 – To receive a new TV ERIC, 62 – To vacation on Sanibel Island with family VIRGINIA, 81 – To be visited by her grandson
PHILIP, 30 – To travel to Las Vegas JAMES, 79 – To visit Amish Country in Pennsylvania NICHOLAS, 28 – To meet the Sharks hockey team
and attend a game
PATRICK, 65 – To reunite with his son PATRICIA, 55 – To see her sister JANET, 53 – To relax at Hilton Head Beach ROBERT, 53 – To receive assistance with essentials RICHARD, 59 – To go on a vacation FREDERICK, 61 – To fish off the Florida Keys JOSEPH, 41 – To meet Willie Nelson and attend
his concert
ALMA, 47 – To stay at a casino resort MEL, 94 – To make memories in Nevada City
with family
SARAH, 94 - To be visited by her son DAWN, 54 – To travel to St. Augustine DAN, 76 – To see a Padres game CORENE, 54 – To receive craft supplies MARY, 57 – To reunite with a childhood friend RAUL, 39 – To experience colonial Williamsburg,
Virginia
EVELYN, 65 – To receive hardware for her home ELISHA, 49 – To spend time with her family at
Universal Studios
KRISTA, 36 – To travel to Nashville EDWARD, 72 – To be visited by his daughter
and granddaughter
DWANN, 40 – To talk to Kobe Bryant SCOTT, 27 – To attend the Home Run Derby GARY, 63 – To vacation in the Key West LON’DENN, 20 – To redecorate bedroom MICHAEL, 62 – To ride in a hot air balloon PHYLLIS, 62 – To take a trip to Graceland, Tennessee SANDRA, 66 – To travel to Indiana CRAIG, 59 – To receive a visit from his son JOANNA, 44 – To experience Portsmouth,
New Hampshire
SHERRY, 50 – To attend the Patriot’s training camp JAY’VONTE, 18 – To meet Eli Manning ROBERT, 56 – To reunite with his family WILLIAM, 48 – To see his parents JAMES, 62 – To upgrade his truck JOSHUA, 20 – To receive gems to make his
own jewelry
RONALD, 69 – To have a hitch and scooter carrier BRIAN, 49 – To make memories at Disneyland JOSEPH, 45 – To explore Yellowstone Park STEPHANIE, 31 – To travel with her family to Indiana MICHAEL, 56 – To relax in Gulf Shores, Alabama JUDITH, 64 – To host a family reunion DARLENE, 55 – To spend time with her cousin RICHARD, 77 – To plant a nice vegetable garden THELMA, 58 – To attend a professional bull rider’s
show
JIMMIE, 67 – To receive a visit from his brother TERRY, 58 – To enjoy a computer SCOTTY, 45 – To reconnect with family DOROTHY, 57 – To have fun at the Newport
Aquarium
“I hobbled to the water’s edge and screamed from the cold and then from delight. My kids were really getting in to it too. Peals of laughter I enjoyed; it’s been a while since I’ve seen them so delighted and carefree.” – K AT H ER Y N,
DREAM RECIPIENT
PARTNERS: COURTYARD ANAHEIM AT DISNEYLAND RESORT, DISNEYLAND, GENENTECH
“It brings me relief and hope that I am not alone on my final journey in this life, and that there are still many kind hearts and souls out there caring for me.”
CARRIE, 48 – To attend a Steelers v. Titans game ANN, 60 – To unwind on Orange Beach, Alabama CALVIN, 57 – To tour Disney World DIXIE, 58 – To reunite with her sister HOWARD, 66 – To receive a visit from his grandson RONALD, 33 – To meet the 49ers and see a game SHANDA, 48 – To move about on a travel scooter REBECCA, 76 – To see her friend CESAR, 65 – To be visited by his family JEROME, 22 – To travel to Disney World GEORGE, 82 – To acquire a power scooter SUSAN, 45 – To tour Washington D.C. DEANNA, 70 – To take her granddaughter to
an opera
ROBERT, 69 – To receive assistance with travel CHARLES, 82 – To visit son ROBIN, 55 – To obtain a new battery for her
wheelchair
– J EN N Y,
DREAM RECIPIENT
PARTNERS: ALASKA AIRLINES, GENENTECH
MICHAEL, 57 – To attend the World Series game ROGER, 37 – To Skype with a WWE wrestler KEVIN, 34 – To enjoy the San Diego Wild Animal Park JOHNNY, 58 – To build a custom motorcycle LINDA, 66 – To be visited by her family WILLIAM, 48 – To travel to Hot Springs, Arkansas KENNETH, 54 – To see the ocean INEZ, 85 – To reunite with her granddaughter IDA, 69 – To have professionally installed Christmas
lights
JACQUELYN, 62 – To be visited by her daughter JOHN, 52 – To have a honeymoon fishing trip WAYNE, 61 – To travel with family to Sarasota
Springs Resort
STEPHEN, 43 – To attend a Rams game KATHERINE, 48 – To receive a visit from her
daughters
DEBORAH, 59 – To go on a short hotel vacation JAMES, 55 – To experience the magic of Disney
World
NIKKITA, 21 – To host a family reunion JACK, 75 – To receive a visit from his daughter DONNA, 53 – To enjoy a computer MICHAEL, 52 – To be visited by his family STEPHANIE, 51 – To see her friend MICHAEL, 65 – To ease his last few days WAYNE, 56 – To go to a Bruins hockey game MICHAEL, 51 – To vacation in Arrowwood, Minnesota KIMBERLY, 48 – To take a trip to Disney World RON, 57 – To put his feet in the Pacific Ocean
Help Us Make Dreams Come True There are so many ways you can help: visit dreamfoundation.org
ISAH, 45 – To vacation in Hawaii
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20 Years of Milestones
How it all began…
1993 Thomas Rollerson phones a wish-granting organization for children and discovers no such place exists to fulfill the final wishes of adults. One year later, with the support of the Santa Barbara community, he founds Dream Foundation.
1997
1994 1996
1998
The Flower Empower program is up and running with deliveries throughout the Santa Barbara community.
Dream Foundation, founded originally as “Dalmatian Dreams,” receives 501 (c)(3) status and becomes incorporated.
Priscilla Presley becomes involved, leading to 17 years of active and outspoken support. Pictured with her son at a celebrity sports invitational fundraising event.
2004
2005
2006
2007
2008
Dream Foundation celebrates its 10th anniversary.
Odyssey Healthcare expands its fiveyear-old corporate partnership with a grant to fund senior and day dreams for 2006. Since then, Dream Foundation has worked with upwards of 1,000 hospice organizations nationwide.
Genentech becomes a corporate partner with its first significant cash contribution to dreams and commitment to employee volunteerism. Since then, 732 Genentech Dream Hosts have delivered upwards of 792 dreams.
5,000th dream fulfilled: Connie, 43, of Colorado, realizes dream to have a birthday part for her six-year-old daughter.
Hasbro Inc. donates 100 toys to the Toy Program, launching what what will become seven years of ongoing support.
First dream fulfilled: Timothy Palmer, 32, of Santa Barbara is denied access to a movie theater, due to his condition. His wish, therefore, is to view the film in the comfort of his home.
Medical Advisory Board is formed. Members are medical professionals who act as advisors and counselors to the programs of Dream Foundation.
1995
First national press received: Thomas Rollerson and Dream Foundation are featured in People Magazine.
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2002
1,000th dream fulfilled: Hermila, 58, of California, realizes dream for a mariachi band to play at her bedside.
First Toy Program partner achieved: Mattel paves the way for subsequent partnerships with Hasbro, Ty Warner, JAKKS Pacific.
Expanding volunteer needs and interest lead to successful Dream Captain Program and training sessions. Early Dream Captain Javier Vande Steeg in California meets and delivers Kaci’s dream for a final Thanksgiving with family in Utah.
First Annual First Ladies fashion show and luncheon leads to what’s now known as our highly successful annual Celebration of Dreams Gala, which has honored Katy Perry, Barry Manilow and Donna Karan, among others… and celebrated the lives and final wishes of numerous dream families.
2009
2010
2011
2012
2013
Dream Foundation in a national television series: The Changers airs an episode featuring the wedding of dream recipient, Jessica, who passed away later that year.
10,000th dream fulfilled: Mitch, 47, of North Carolina realizes dream to meet Good Morning America host, Robin Roberts.
FOX Sports Supports selects Dream Foundation as beneficiary of its national college football broadcasts. Benefits included PSA featuring longtime supporter, Jeff Bridges.
New Flower Empower van purchased as a gift from the Santa Barbara community in memory of longtime supporter, Chris Edgecomb.
Dream Foundation earns the support of Hilton Grand Vacations in key destinations.
Alaska Airlines begins ongoing partnership with an inaugural gift of 25 round-trip flights. United Airlines donates tickets and establishes charity mileage bank.
2001 2000
2003 PacificCare and Newman’s Own support Dream Foundation at Long Beach Grand Prix. PacificCare pledges support at five additional races. Newman doubles his $50,000 contribution after hearing Thomas Rollerson speak.
2014
Southwest Airlines begins supporting Dream Foundation by providing the gift of flight.
Dream Foundation celebrates 20th anniversary and anticipates having served its 20,000th dream by year end. SM
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Planned Giving
Legacy Dream Circle We invite you to consider including Dream Foundation in your estate plans to help ensure that dreams will come true for future generations of adults with life-threatening illness. If you are interested in making a gift through your will or living trust, please contact Carol Brown at (805) 564-2131 ext. 103, or e-mail carol@dreamfoundation.org. She can provide specific bequest language for you to share with your attorney. You may also visit www.dreamfoundation.org and reference How to Help/ Leave a Legacy
Carol Brown Vice President Major & Planned Gifts
We are fortunate to have many longtime supporters who have given for years— and continue to give—to our mission. Here a few of them share what has propelled them to do so.
ROCK ROCABERTE LONGTIME DONOR
Please join our effort Dream Foundation’s Legacy Dream Circle recognizes those who have made a current or deferred gift to Dream Foundation.
Legacy of Dreams Planned Giving Donors
“Dreams are the stuff that life is made of. Dream Foundation allows dreams to come true in a heartfelt and meaningful way.” SUSAN BOWER LONGTIME DONOR
Patti Bonczkowski
Stella A. Keane Estate
Gretchen Burkey Estate
Anette LaHough Trust
Andrew and Elizabeth Butcher
Joel Scott Landson
Richard Cazen, M.D. Estate
Nora McNeely-Hurley
Marilyn Cole-Shatz
Charles and Esther Mylnek Trust
Daphne Cooper Living Trust Scott and Debbie Cusenz
Thomas Rollerson and Michael Erickson
Charlotte Doyle Davis Trust
Bernie and Lori Sandler
Ted Dolas
Steven E. Shulem
Shersy Benson
Barbara Schoch
Rod and Faye Eson
Kenny and Elizabeth Slaught
Dream Coordinator
Vice President Program
Kathryn F. Geiger Estate
Jerry and Eleanor Smith
Carol Brown
Rachel Stelle Office Manager
Tracy Greene Estate
Laurie Vandeberghe
Vice President Major & Planned Gifts
Susan Hoag
Diana Wilson
Staff Kisa Heyer
Kristy Raihn
Executive Director
Part-Time Outreach Coordinator
Valerie Banks Flower Empower Coordinator
Stefani Canin-Mullen Part-Time Events & Project Director
Trish Cantillon Part-Time Special Projects Manager
“Elizabeth and I want to help Dream Foundation continue its passion for making dreams come true for generations to come. That is why we have included Dream Foundation in our estate plans. We are honored to give a long term commitment to Dream Foundation so they can continue their gifts to terminally ill adults.” KENNETH SLAUGHT BOARD MEMBER
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Blake Freedman Event Coordinator
Cindy Hellriegel
Sonia Salazar Data Entry Manager
Kelly Sweda Communications Manager
Lori Thiel Dream Coordinator
Megan Turley Dream Coordinator
Kaitlyn Turner Volunteer Manager
Finance Director
Gaelen Vasquez
Tristan Layton
Part-Time Dream Coordinator
Director of Corporate Partnerships & Marketing
Jackie Waddill
Adam Lichtenstein
Donor Relations Manager
Part-Time Website Manager
Emily Wheatley In-kind Resource Manager
Notes from the Heart
“I loved seeing my little boy having so much fun and capturing so many great memories! We felt like we were in a dream!” – A N GEL A ,
DREAM RECIPIENT
PARTNERS: GENENTECH, SEAWORLD ORLANDO, UNIVERSAL STUDIOS ORLANDO,
“This is the first time our whole family has been together. This is truly a dream come true, which will live on forever!” – SH A R O N,
DREAM RECIPIENT
WALT DISNEY WORLD RESORT, WYNDHAM VACATION RESORTS
“You helped me make my dream come true to see my close friend for the first time in about 20 years. You make people like me happy once again.” – M A I,
DREAM RECIPIENT
PARTNER: SOUTHWEST AIRLINES
“You gave him the dream of his life. None of us could ever have expected anyone to grant him his deepest wish to attend a San Jose Sharks hockey game. All we can say is how much we appreciate everything you made happen.” – N I C H O L A S’ FA M I LY PARTNER: SAN JOSE SHARKS
“Cynthia kept saying how excited she is to be able to celebrate Hailey’s 9th birthday. Thanks to you, not only will her dream come true, the memory it makes for Hailey will be held for a lifetime.” – T R AC Y,
See more Notes from the Heart throughout our magazine.
GENENTECH DREAM HOST
PARTNERS: GENENTECH, HASBRO dream foundation spring 2014
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Awareness in the Media We are grateful to the national media for bringing awareness to those we serve—allowing them to share stories that may never otherwise be told, and helping other families in need find their way to our service.
805 Living
11th Annual Celebration of Dreams March 2013 “…recipients were So You Think You Can Dance executive producer Nigel Lythgoe and pop music star Katy Perry.”
The Post and Courier
An ailing Korean War vet visits his old ship, the Laffey, at Patriots Point
Korean War veteran, 82, granted dying wish to walk deck of old ship Associated Press | March 3, 2013 MOUNT PLEASANT, S.C. – Korean War veteran Gerald Bowman gamely walked up the gangplank to board the ship he had not seen in almost six decades. The 82-year-old is suffering from congestive heart failure with only about a year to live and his dying wish was to walk the decks of the USS Laffey on which he served four years, including three tours off Korea. Wearing a USS Laffey hat, he led reporters through the ship at the Patriots Point Naval and Maritime Museum on Charleston Harbor Friday, stopping by his old bunk and then into the engine room where as a machinist mate he worked, sometimes in sweltering temperatures of more than 120 degrees. He choked up and paused when asked how it felt to be back.
Father and daughter were watching television coverage of the Laffey being brought back to the museum just over a year ago after undergoing $9 million in repairs. “It just came on and he said that’s my ship. He said how he wished he could walk her one more time and he could even show me the bunk where he slept,” Billings said. Bowman said he didn’t know what had become of the ship until he saw the TV coverage. The Laffey got its nickname “The Ship That Would not Die” in World War II when it was attacked in 1945 off Japan. It suffered 103 casualties when hit by four bombs and five kamikaze planes. The vessel and was mothballed after the war but reactivated for Korea.
“I just wanted to come back and see actually what happened to me in my early 20s,” the Elkins, Ark., man said. “I think the bottom line was the four years changed me. I was a different person when I left.”
Bowman’s trip was arranged after Billings contacted the Dream Foundation, a California-based organization granting wishes for adults and their families facing lifethreatening illnesses. Hardees also helped arrange the trip.
His Navy experiences included a 28-day stretch when, from off the Korean coast, the Laffey poured shells at targets on the mainland.
“This is my gift to him,” Billings said. “I think it’s the most wonderful thing in the world.”
He described how the ship would roll from side to side when the guns were fired and how he would go out with a couple other sailors in small wooden boats to clear mines. It had to be done at night, with no lights and no weapons except for knives. The metal from the guns might have exploded the floating mines, he said. “I asked him why he volunteered to do something so dangerous. He said it was because he was 20 years old,” his daughter Kim Bowman Billings said.
“I feel like we got to do something really great for somebody who really needed it,” said Kittredge, who is graduating and hopes to get a job as an auto mechanic. Hull took labored breaths when she hugged the kids and Huff. “There aren’t words to thank someone for giving you freedom to go to the grocery store, laundry. I just want a little independence in the time I have,” she said. PARTNERS: CKE RESTAURANTS HOLDINGS, INC., DELTA AIR LINES
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By Bo Petersen | March 2, 2013 “Father and daughter were on the couch one night watching a documentary and there was the Laffey at patriots Point. ‘That’s my ship,’ he said. And he began to cry. ‘I’d love to walk her one more time.’” ADDITIONAL FEATURES: NWA ONLINE, NORTH CHARLESTON PATCH, ABC NEWS CHARLESTON, THE CHARLOTTE OBSERVER, LIVE 5 NEWS, ANDERSON INDEPENDENT-MAIL, WCBD-TV
The Desert Sun
Josephine Turchi going strong at 104
By Bill Marchese | March 7, 2013 “Soice knew that Josephine wanted a birthday party, so she contacted Dream Foundation. Josephine announced her second wish after she blew out the candles: to ‘roll back the clock.’” ADDITIONAL FEATURE: KMIR
We are CentralPA.com
Dream Foundation Send Off
By Kevin Flanigan | March 9, 2013 “Fleck says she is going to make the most of the days she has left. On this day, she was on the receiving end of a celebration organized by the Dream Foundation.”
KSAT.com
Family shares man’s experience with Multiple System Atrophy
By Mariza Mendoza | March 15, 2013 “Dream Foundation has granted Eric Sutton his dream trip, which is ‘to stick his toes in the bright blue water on a white sandy beach,’ surrounded by his children and family.”
The Augusta Chronicle
Cancer patient’s dream to attend Masters comes true
By Meg Mirshak | April 4, 2013 “He has lost track of how many rounds of chemotherapy he has received. He asked his doctors not to tell him how many days, weeks or months he has left. ‘The best way to live it is one day at a time,’ Raymond said. ‘I just get on with life.’” ADDITIONAL FEATURES: WRDW-TV, THE HERALD, TIMES LEDGER, IRISH CENTRAL, THE GAZETTE
Awareness in the Media Washington County News
Local man gets dream truck through Dream Foundation
By Cecilia Spears | April 18, 2013 “Ernest Wayne Dupree was told he only had six months to live and his wish of reviving his pickup truck to its former glory was realized through the efforts of Emerald Coast Hospice, Dream Foundation, WashingtonHolmes Technical Center and countless donations from across the community.” ADDITIONAL FEATURES: FOSTER FOLLY NEWS, WJHG
The Ledger
Hospice Patient Gets Ride in Hot-Air Balloon with Daughter
By Robin Williams Adams | May 3, 2013 “Floating in a basket attached to a red and white balloon, drifting by trees that from the air looked like broccoli stalks, Linda Omundson felt the stress for her terminal cancer fly away.”
ABC15
Mom’s dying wish fulfilled this Mother’s Day
By Sara Goldenberg | May 11, 2013 “Heidi’s son Gerrit is grateful to Dream Foundation for making it all possible. ‘Just the fact that somebody would be willing to come help us do what we couldn’t do is pretty cool. And I get to see Mom.’” ADDITIONAL FEATURE: MY FOX PHOENIX
Noozhawk
Flowers Empower Santa Barbara’s Dream Foundation to Deliver Hope, Compassion
By Rochelle Rose | May 21, 2013 “‘For the many that have no flowers of any kind in their room, we are able to deliver this gift of love and caring. It is incredible the smiles and gratitude that we receive,’ Rajaee said.”
Montecito Journal
3rd Annual Flower Empower Luncheon
By Richard Mineards | May 23-20, 2013 “A sell-out crowd couldn’t fail but have a blooming good time when Dream Foundation hosted its third annual Flower Empower lunch at the El Encanto…”
MercuryNews.com
San Jose Sharks made dying fan’s wish come true in playoff game
By Sal Pizarro | May 24, 2013 “His wish was to attend a San Jose Sharks playoff game, and the Dream Foundation made it happen for Tuesday’s Game 4 with the help of the Sharks Foundation.” ADDITIONAL FEATURES: NBC BAY AREA, SHARKS FOUNDATIONS
Queens resident Raymond Finerty, who’s battling terminal cancer, gets dying wish to travel to Masters
By Wayne Coffey | March 26, 2013 Raymond Finerty is a 59-year-old retired carpenter who has a voice thick with his native Ireland and strong working man hands, and doesn’t remotely resemble Irish-born Queens resident Raymond FInerty is making the most of the time he has left. somebody who is dying. He lives with his wife, Mary, and daughter, Sheila, in the tidiest brick house you have ever seen, in Maspeth, Queens, and it was quite a place to be Tuesday afternoon, when seven visitors rang the doorbell and presented him with balloons, T-shirts, hats and a cake decorated with a golf ball and a tee and lots of green. The little house has had an acute shortage of good news of late, so here was a welcome respite on a chilly spring day. “Have A Wonderful Trip, Raymond,” the cake said. Raymond Finerty smiled and thanked his visitors and posed for photos. He isn’t much for gushing, his few words coming forth in brief bursts of Brogue. After everybody left, he sat in a dining room chair. “It’s going to be hard to beat. I know that much,” he said. In two weeks, Raymond Finerty and his son, Keith, will be off to Augusta, Ga. to take in the final round of The Masters. Their plane fare, lodging and tickets to the best Sunday in golf come courtesy of the Dream Foundation, the first and largest national wish-granting organization for adults, in partnership with their corporate partners, Genentech, a biooncolology firm, and Shivas Irons Society, a group that celebrates the transformative powers of golf and arranged for the Masters tickets. PARTNER: GENENTECH
KVEW-TV
ABC2
By Kevin Uretsky | June 27, 2013 “‘This gift means the world to me. Not just because I get to go to a NASCAR race but just that there are people out there that care enough about people they’re never met.’”
October 11, 2013 “’I’m so thankful to Dream Foundation. The memories my family created will last a lifetime,’ Ulmer said.”
Brain Cancer Patient Gets His Wish
ADDITIONAL FEATURE: KNDO-TV
WMGT-41
Dying Macon Woman Gets Wish Granted – A Trip to Olive Garden
By Andrew Reeser | July 2, 2013 “Deborah Monroe has less than six months to live, and instead of going abroad or to Disney she decided she wanted to eat at Olive Garden. She’d seen the commercials but couldn’t ever afford it.”
Allvoices
Barry Manilow to Receive Humanitarian Award
By Sherrill Fulghum | September 4, 2013 “Grammy, Emmy and Tony Award multi platinum selling musician Barry Manilow will be honored with the Founder’s Humanitarian Award from the Dream Foundation at their 12th annual Dream Gala.”
Woman with cancer sees Grand Canyon
SF 49ers
J.R. Harlan Leaves Lasting Impact on 49ers October 18, 2013 “Through partnership of the Dream Foundation and the San Francisco 49ers, J.R. was able to wish for anything in the world. J.R.’s dream was to have his family travel to San Francisco for an once-in-a-lifetime trip to watch his family’s favorite team play their hometown defenders.”
Noozhawk
Chumash Charity Golf Classic Raises $105,000 for 3 Local Nonprofits
By Mike Traphagen | October 22, 2013 “CASA, Dream Foundation and Teddy Bear Cancer Foundation have all discovered new ways to make a difference in the lives of children and adults. We’re proud to be able to contribute to their causes.”
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Fresno terminal cancer patient gets dream trip to NASCAR race
Danny Mell (center) wears the T-shirt his family had made for him. It reads “Grandpa’s Pit Crew,” and has the names of his grandchildren. Mell has terminal lung cancer. The family celebrated at the Carl’s Jr. on Shaw Avenue near Marks Avenue in Fresno on Thursday. Pictured left to right are Danny’s wife Vicki, grandson Isacc, 9, Danny, and his grandson Mathew, 12. PHOTO: DIANA BALDRICA
By Eddie Jimenez | March 22, 2013 As he sits in the stands overlooking Auto Club Speedway this weekend, longtime NASCAR fan Danny Mell knows it could be the last time he hears firsthand the roaring engines, smells the burning rubber and sees the checkered flag drop. No matter. Mell, a 57-year-old Fresno man who has terminal lung cancer, is as excited as a child on the night before Christmas about his trip to Fontana.
“I haven’t been to a race in so long, it’s, ‘ Yeah!’ “ Mell said Thursday with a fist pump and a huge smile. Dream Foundation, a nationwide wish-granting organization for adults with life-threatening illnesses, is making Mell’s trip possible. Mell said he is extremely grateful to the foundation and others for fulfilling his dream. “They just don’t know how lucky they’ve made me feel,” he said. At the Carl’s Jr. restaurant near Shaw and Marks avenues in northwest Fresno on Thursday afternoon, Mell received two tickets to Sunday’s Auto Club 400 Sprint Cup race, a $500 check for expenses and a cake frosted like a U.S. flag with a toy race car on it. The restaurant also fed Mell and about 10 relatives. PARTNERS: CKE RESTAURANTS HOLDINGS, INC., NASCAR FOUNDATION
Pymnts.com
An Inspiring Evening: Dream Foundation’s 12th Annual Celebration of Dreams Gala October 28, 2013 “It was a lovely evening, Dream Foundation’s mission was celebrated and shared by those who are making a difference one dream at a time!” ADDITIONAL FEATURES: YAHOO! FINANCE, NOOZHAWK AND LOS ANGELES SPLASH MAGAZINES
Santa Barbara News-Press
Sold-Out Dream Foundation Gala Honors Barry Manilow
By Erin Graffy | October 28, 2013 “A sell-out crowd of 600 people filled the Bacara Resort and Spa Saturday night for the 12th annual Celebration of Dreams Gala, a benefit for the Dream Foundation.”
ABC WLOX 13 South Mississippi “At just 27-years-old, Tanya Segura is battling cervical cancer and has been given less than six months to live. This week, Tanya and her family received a big surprise from the Dream Foundation and partner Genentech.” ADDITIONAL FEATURE: SUNHERALD.COM
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Santa Barbara News-Press
DePaco joins Dream Foundation board By Charlotte Boechler November 3, 2013 “Mark DePaco has been appointed to the board of directors of the Dream Foundation.”
Santa Barbara News-Press
Roddick joins Dream Foundation board By Charlotte Boechler November 3, 2013 “Justice Roddick has been appointed to the board of directors of the Dream Foundation.”
Closer Weekly
Picture Perfect
November 4, 2013 “Singer and actress Olivia Newton-John looks gorgeous as she performs at the 12th annual Celebration of Dreams Gala in Santa Barbara.”
The Dream Foundation’s Annual Gala Triggers the Waterworks
By Kari Mozena | November 4, 2013 “It was a celebration of life with some laughs sprinkled amidst the tears by an organization that deals with death with dignity and compassion.”
University of Delaware: UDaily
Lending a helping foot: UD Parkinson’s study brings subject from California to Delaware November 4, 2013 “Brill has figuratively worn many hats in his 81 years of life—engineer, author, financial consultant—but now he literally sports one that says, ‘I believe in dreams.’”
Santa Ynez Valley News
Tribe to donate $105K from golf tournament: Proceeds to be Split Among 3 Nonprofits November 5, 2013 “Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) of Santa Barbara County, Dream Foundation and Teddy Bear Cancer Foundation will each receive $35,000 from the Santa Ynez Band of Chumash Indians Foundation.”
Noozhawk
Garden Court Tea Party to Honor Dream Foundation, Flower Empower Program
By Flannery Hill | November 6, 2013 “Garden Court senior residents enjoy their partnership with Dream Foundation’s Flower Empower program, where residents are taught how to make beautiful bouquets for the community.”
Noozhawk
Garden Court Tea Party Celebrates Dream Foundation’s Flower Empower Program
By Flannery Hill | November 15, 2013 “On Nov. 7, Garden Court senior residents honored the Dream Foundation and its Flower Empower program with certificates of appreciation during their monthly tea party.”
Oprah Magazine
18 Amazing Ways to Give Back with $5 or More
By Arianna Davis | December 2013 Issue “Help grant a terminally ill adult’s wish— whether it’s visiting a loved one who lives out of state or taking a child on a longhoped-for trip to Disneyland.”
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Toy Program 1 BEHIND THE SCENES OF THE TOY PROGRAM Nearly 40 percent of dream recipients have young children or grandchildren who are coping with the impending loss of a parent/grandparent. Our Toy Program is a national program that supports the needs of the entire family during the most difficult time of their lives. Here is a look at how this special program works:
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1 Dream Foundation receives donated toys from: Hasbro, JAKKS Pacific, Ty Warner 2 Longtime volunteer, Joyce Joyce Fernandez, spends time each week in our toy storage area carefully selecting age-appropriate toys for each child or grandchild of every dream family. 3 Volunteers carefully gift wrap each toy and write the child’s name on it. Then, they package each family’s toys in to a larger mailing box, which is wrapped in brown shipping paper and decorated with colorful paints. 4 Postage is calculated and the mail carrier visits our office every Friday to pick up these special toy packages ready for shipment.
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5 These boxes arrive as a surprise on the doorsteps of the dream recipients. The dreamer is then able to open the packages with his/her children, allowing the whole family to share in smiles and joy when illness has brought so much pain.
For Toy Program volunteer opportunities, contact kaitlyn@dreamfoundation.org
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Flower Empower
Catherine Pickett, Dee Dee Copeland, Grace Copeland
Enormous thanks to Herb & Bui Simon for adopting the Flower Empower program in 2013.
Special to Dream Foundation’s hometown of Santa Barbara, Flower Empower is a volunteer-driven program that delivers hope and compassion—in the form of bouquets—to those in need. In 2013, donated flowers were up 25 percent over prior year with increased delivery days and three more facilities added to the standing 15. There were 8,292 bouquets delivered to hospices, hospitals, care centers and private residences throughout the greater Santa Barbara area—up from 6,000 in 2012. In addition, a large volunteer force came together during November and December to deliver 1900 donated orchids—courtesy of Westerlay Orchids—for the holidays. We are proud to share two more significant stories that happened during the year!
FLOWER EMPOWER CELEBRATES LARGEST VOLUNTEER EFFORT TO DATE The NORCAL Fun ‘N Sun California Floral Convention was held July 2013 in Santa Barbara. Local Carpinteria-based growers suggested all flowers from the convention be donated to Flower Empower. This led to the largest volunteer effort in Flower Empower history! Dozens of Flower Empower volunteers loaded more than one million donated stems in to vans, trailers and trucks; the flowers then made their way to Florabundance (our 2013 Flower Distributor of the Year), where several dozen volunteers then spearheaded a massive bouquet-creating operation. In total, more than 1,000 bouquets were created and delivered to facilities, individuals and nursing homes through the Santa Barbara region, brightening the day of so many. Thank you to Florabundance for the use of their vehicles and facilities, helping ensure the success of the event!
Deckers employees
Deckers employees enjoy an afternoon of employee volunteerism with Flower Empower.
“Dream Foundation definitely impacted us in a spiritual way. Your compassionate gift lit our dark time with hope. Thank you very much for everything you did for us.” – B U N R I T H, HUSBAND OF DREAM RECIPIENT, SOKHUNTHEA
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FLOWER EMPOWER AFTERNOON OF EMPLOYEE VOLUNTEERISM AT DECKERS OUTDOOR CORPORATION In November 2013, Dream Foundation’s longtime local corporate supporter, Deckers Outdoor Corporation, invited Rosy the Flower Empower van to their corporate office for an afternoon of employee volunteering. Buckets of donated flowers were unloaded from the van, worktables were set up in the parking lot and the Flower Empower tent provided shade for the team. Employee volunteers then went to work trimming thorns off roses, creating beautiful bouquets and carefully placing each one in to a secure plastic sleeve for transport. Members of the Deckers team enjoyed a few hours of heartfelt volunteering during their workday and the next day their gifts of love were hand-delivered to those in need in the Santa Barbara community.
Notes from the Heart
Flower Empower could not exist without our team of fabulous supporters: B&H Flowers, Botanik, Chocolats du CaliBressan, Domingo Farms, Ever-Bloom, Florabundance, the Himovitz Family, Maximum Nursery, Myriad, Valley Flowers Inc., our local Trader Joe’s, Westerlay Orchids, and Westland Floral. Thank you to the compassionate young artists, their teachers and directors at the following schools and organization for the hundreds of beautifully decorated cards they’ve made to accompany each bouquet delivered: All Saints by the Sea Parrish Preschool, Bright Start Child Development Center, Carmel River Elementary School (Carmel, California), The Howard School, Laguna Blanca School, Little Angels Preschool, Academy del Sol (Tucson, Arizona), Marymount of Santa Barbara, Monte Vista Elementary School, Montecito Family YMCA, Montecito Union School, National Charity League, Our Lady of Mount Carmel School, Santa Barbara Middle School, St. Raphael School, and Dream Foundation’s Dream Teams from our local high schools.
If you would like Rosy the Flower Empower van to visit your office for a mobile corporate volunteer event, please contact flowerempower@dreamfoundation.org or call (805) 564-2131 ext. 115.
“If you hadn’t helped us, I would have gone to the Big Island alone. I couldn’t tell you how much I would have missed out on. I wouldn’t have seen the laughter on my children’s faces or their excitement at exploring a new world with me.” – DA L E,
– A L L IS O N, GRANDDAUGHTER OF DREAM RECIPIENT, MARGENE
DREAM RECIPIENT
“My grandma is on such a small budget due to her health costs and would not have been able to buy the toys for Brooklyn. She had such a sparkle in her eyes and my daughter loves the little Elmo so much. Thank you so much for giving us this wonderful memory and these gifts my daughter and I will treasure knowing they came from Grandma.” – A N GEL A , GRANDDAUGHTER OF DREAM RECIPIENT, GENE
“I can’t thank you enough for your thoughtfulness in seeing my husband and I were able to get to our granddaughter’s wedding.” – M A R Y,
DREAM RECIPIENT
PARTNER: OPTUM™ PALLIATIVE AND HOSPICE CARE
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Events YEAR-ROUND
National Charity League For the second year, the Santa Barbara chapter of National Charity League (NCL) selected Dream Foundation as its supporting charity. NCL is a national, philanthropic membership organization made up of mothers and daughters who serve in their communities. This year NCL completed more than 1,100 volunteer hours making bouquets for Flower Empower; wrapping and puffy painting hundreds of boxes of toys for the children of dream recipients as part of the Toy Program; and scrapbooking photos and stories of completed dreams. The mother/daughter team of Bella and Debbie Darke (pictured) even delivered a dream package to local dream recipient, Phil, along with his caregiver and Dream Foundation’s Vice President of Program, Barbara Schoch. We could not do what we do without the dedicated hours NCL has and continues to give. Thank you to Valentina Castleberg, the 2014 liaison and all the incredible women and girls of NCL.
Phil’s dream delivery in Santa Barbara with NCL mother/daughter team Bella and Debbie Darke
2014 NCL Dream Foundation liaison Valentina Castleberg (L) and volunteer Gail Gower and their puffy pained toy boxes ready for the day’s mail
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Committee members and volunteers adorning the pond with petals prior to the event
MAY 16, 2013
Third Annual Flower Empower Luncheon 2013-2014 Flower Empower program sponsors, Herb and Bui Simon, were honored this year as generous supporters of the Flower Empower Program. The event was held at the newly renovated and reopened El Encanto Hotel. Shelley Schulte was awarded Volunteer of the Year, Bella Darke was honored as Youth Volunteer of the Year and Westerlay Orchids was honored as Grower of the Year. More than 200 guests attended the silent auction by the lily pond and lunch in the Riviera Ballroom. Dessert, made by longtime Dream Foundation supporter and event committee member Robin Himovitz was served on the veranda outside the ballroom. Guests received flowers and chocolate chip cookies as they departed. The invitations were designed by students in the Brooks Institute Design Lab class, led by Barbara Obermeier. The exquisite centerpieces were created by Florabundance, Nico Designs, Eat Drink Garden with Valerie, SR Hogue, Toast, Blue Magnolia, Botanik, Kaleidoscope and Ruben Pedegon. The beautiful linens were provided by Behind the Scenes. KEYT News Channel 3’s Alan Rose and ShiYouth Volunteer of the Year Bella Darke rin Rajaee served as the emcees of the event. receiving her award from Dream Thank you to the Flower Empower event comFoundation supporter and Flower mittee members for a successful event: Valerie Empower volunteer Ivana Firestone Banks, Lynette Hall, Robin Himovitz, Jodi Fishman-Osti, Amie Parrish, Shirin Rajaee, Alan Rose, Shelley Schulte and Steve Shulem. Additional thanks to Cristi Silva, for the wonderful film on the Flower Empower Program, Make Someone Happy; and to Corey Villicana Photography, Laura McIver, El Encanto, Holly Murphy, Coast 2 Coast, Baron Spafford Photographer, Kim Kieler, Kim 3 and El Capitan Canyon. Event sponsors included Arthur & Kate Coppola, Michael & Colleen Taylor, Paul & Shelley Schulte, Michael & Sylvia Molony, Peter & Hollie Schulte on behalf of the Rudi Schulte Family Foundation, Eat Drink Garden with Valerie, Nora McNeely-Hurley, Brophy Brothers, El Capitan Canyon, the Himovitz Family, Kim Kieler, Michael Erickson & Thomas Rollerson, the Pattis Family, Amie Parrish, Clay & Sally Dickens, Cox Communications, Dirk & Debbie Etienne, Ehlers and Fairbanks LLP, Jeff & Hollye Jacobs, Melodee Meyer, Smith and Firestone Associates, Tim & Louise Casey, Visiting Nurse & Hospice Care of Santa Barbara, as well as Sue Firestone, Caroline & Steve Thompson, and Cabana Home.
Events OCTOBER 26, 2013
12th Annual Celebration of Dreams Gala Dream Foundation held its 12th Annual Celebration of Dreams Gala Saturday, October 26th at the Bacara Resort & Spa in Santa Barbara. Special recognition was paid to the families of Dream Foundation and to Barry Manilow, who was honored with the prestigious Humanitarian Award and L-R: Barry Manilow and Andy Puzder each accepting his award delighted the audience with a performance. PHOTOS: BARON SPAFFORD Andy Puzder & CKE Restaurants Holdings, Inc. was also honored with the Outstanding Corporate Partner Award. Their awards NOVEMBER 14, 2013 were presented by last year’s Humanitarian Award recipient, Nigel Lythgoe and Dream Foundation Ambassador Priscilla Presley, respectively. The evening included performances by jazz singer Sean Jones; founding member of Bon Jovi, Richie Sambora; and music legend Olivia Newton-John. Other notable acts included songs by Broadway star Teal Wicks, Glee star Darren Criss and Manilow Endowed Music Scholarship recipient Malia Civetz, as well as a unique dance routine by Tampa-based Tell-A-Vision. A special voiceover by Morgan Freeman set the tone for the night. Emmy Award-winning actress and longtime supporter Jane Lynch joined Dream Maker Andrew Firestone on stage as the hosts of the live auction. Grammy nominated producer and DJ Chris Cox kicked off the after party, which was sponsored by Bentley Westlake, Beau Joie Champagne and Yacht Club Vodka. For the second year in a row Carl’s Jr. Star Diner satisfied late-night cravings upon exit. A very special thanks to our illustrious co-chairs, Holly Murphy and Mireille Noone, and to our event sponsors Carl’s Jr., Gentiva Hospice Foundation, O’Gara Coach Westlake, Lady Ridley-Tree, David & Susan Johnson, Arlene Montesano, Herb & Bui Simon, Michael & Colleen Taylor, American Airlines, Walter Claudio Salon Spa and Bacara Resort & Spa. Live auction sponsors included World Odyssey Limited, Eleven, Montage Laguna Beach, The Ranch at Live Oak/Malibu, R4.0, Jose Eber, Strictly Vacations & Crystal Cruises, Westerly Wines and Herb & Bui Simon, among others. Special thanks to Gregory Pasetta, Producer; and David Merrell, An Original Occasion.
Get Hitched, Give Hope
For the third year, Seattle’s most philanthropic wedding professionals came together with more than 500 brides and grooms to support Dream Foundation. Held at the beautiful Four Seasons Hotel Seattle, the 5th Annual Get Hitched, Give Hope event (GHGH) brought the Art Deco era of Paris to life with sweet pastries, shoe shining stations and even a French lounge singer straight out of the 1920s—as well as lively silent and live auctions. With their hair in pin curls and donning dapper hats, the GHGH team announced that—with the help of volunteers, generous vendors and sponsors and the success of numerous fundraising efforts—they had raised more than $100,000 to benefit Dream Foundation and another Seattle-based charity. Thank you Christopher Smith and Holly Patton and the entire Get Hitched, Give Hope team! www.gethitchedgivehope.com
The Get Hitched, Give Hope board announces it successfully met its $100k goal. PHOTO: LA VIE PHOTOGRAPHY
Barry Manilow and Thomas Rollerson with dream recipient, Diamond Davis (L), and Sara Tidd (R), wife of former dream recipient, Dick Tidd PHOTO: BARON SPAFFORD dream foundation spring 2014
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Nonprofit Organization U.S. Postage
PA I D Santa Barbara, CA Permit No. 692
National Headquarters 1528 Chapala St, Suite 304 Santa Barbara, CA 93101 805 564 2131 tel 805 564 7002 fax
Corporate Partners in Dreams $100,000 and above
$50,000 - $99,000
“Many thanks for the beautiful lift chair. It has made such a difference. Larry can get out of the chair so much easier now. He is also having a good time putting it in different positions with the remote. We are very grateful for your wonderful generosity.” – MICKIE, WIFE OF DREAM RECIPIENT, LAWRENCE
PARTNERS: CKE RESTAURANTS HOLDINGS, INC., OPTUM PALLIATIVE AND HOSPICE CARE, U.S. MEDICAL SUPPLIES
In-Kind Partners in Dreams In-kind Partners in Dreams have committed their ongoing support through a significant donation of products or services.
Airline Alaska Airlines Southwest Airlines United Airlines
Attraction Disneyland Graceland San Diego Zoo SeaWorld Orlando SeaWorld San Diego Universal Studios Hollywood Universal Studios Orlando Walt Disney World Resort
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$25,000 - $49,000
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Hilton Grand Vacations Club McDonald’s Santa Barbara Ramada Maingate Anaheim San Diego Marriott Marquis Sheraton Anaheim Hotel Wyndham Vacation Resorts
Sports Los Angeles Lakers San Francisco 49ers The NASCAR Foundation World Wrestling Entertainment
Toy Program Hasbro JAKKS Pacific Ty Warner
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Quality of Life Brandinc. Ergomotion Simon Malls U.S. Medical Supplies
Flower Empower B & H Flowers Botanik Chocolats du Cali Bressan Domingo Farms Ever-Bloom Florabundance Maximum Nursery, Inc. Myriad Flowers The Himovitz Family Santa Barbara Farmer’s Market Trader Joe’s Santa Barbara & Goleta Valley Flowers Westerlay Orchids Westland Floral