Author: Brianna Barton

Daryl is a big baseball fan, and he hoped to go to a Yankees game since he has never seen a professional baseball game. Stella’s Wish made this happen by sending Daryl and Kristen to New York. They were able to watch the Yankees game and even went on the field for batting practice!

 

“The trip was great! The Yankees were wonderful and generous with their time. Batting practice was surreal because when you’re down in the field, you realize how huge the stadium is and how far they are hitting those balls lol! 

We got to meet and get a picture with Anthony Volpe which was fantastic! Our seats were phenomenal too! You could see everything! We also were given a tour of the press box, press room and met the sports about we for WFAN radio, who Daryl regularly listens to if the games aren’t on networks we have access to. It was all very cool! 

Logistics of traveling there were a bit challenging due to Daryl’s current state but we managed. Thankfully we decided to bring a transport chair to get him around. Otherwise, it would have been very difficult. It’s NY after all….not very ADA friendly lol. 

Thank you so much for everything!! Daryl really enjoyed the experience and we are both so grateful for the generosity and kindness from you and Stella’s Wish. It was definitely an experience we won’t forget! ” 🙏🙏🩷

 

Cynthia was diagnosed with breast cancer after being in remission from another type of breast cancer. Her request was to go on a once-in-a-lifetime trip. Stella’s wish made this possible by sending her and a friend on an adventure to Grand Teton National Park in Wyoming for 4 nights.

Stella’s Wish granted Brittany’s request to travel to Hawaii. Brittany and her best friend traveled to Honolulu, Hawaii, where they stayed at the Twin Inn. They were able to enjoy Hawaii’s scenery, like its beautiful beaches. Aloha!

Stella’s Wish was able to provide Tim with a VISA Gift Card to help with the expenses of his trip to Branson, Missouri. He stayed at the Big Cedar Lodge and was able to experience multiple forms of entertainment, including shows, and was provided assistance to cover his meals as well.

Shana wished to be able to visit the Great Wolf Lodge. Stella’s Wish was able to grant her wish by sending her and her son to the Great Wolf Lodge in Williamsburg, Virginia, for 4 days.

 

Timothy is a 56-year-old father and husband of a growing family of 11. Tim has spent most of his 56 years on this earth living beyond himself, for others. The time he has had here has been used to share the gifts and seeds of passion in his heart, to be a strong leader. Tim is the kind of leader that has poured his value system of integrity and grit, not only into his family but also into the young people of his community.  Tim sees values and strengths in everyone and helps them realize their potential.  As a public school teacher, and as their school’s head football coach, Tim has given the kids of this community the tools for success. He was diagnosed with stage 4 gallbladder cancer just this past August. His wife was originally hoping for a trip somewhere warm since they are from cold Duluth, Minnesota, but as his cancer made him more fatigued, they decided they would rather have a staycation with their family all in Duluth. Their children are adults so it is more challenging to stay connected so his wife wished for Stella’s Wish to help them with the financial burden of lodging and food so that Tim can relieve the gift of precious time with his family.

Stella’s Wish provided Tim and his family with the means to spend 3 nights at the Suites Hotel at Water Front Plaza in Duluth, Minnesota.

 

Geoff was diagnosed with cancer and his sister wished on his behalf in hopes of brightening up his spirit. He is a big Boston Celtics fan who would love to go to a game. Stella’s Wish was able to get Geoff two tickets to a Boston Celtics game as well as a Boston Celtics care package.

River was diagnosed with stage 4 colon cancer in May of 2024, a day after he found out he and his wife were expecting their first child. River has been a lifelong die-hard Buffalo Bills fan and would love to attend a game, go down on the field, and meet his favorite players.

Stella’s Wish Foundation granted his wish and presented River with two tickets to a Buffalo Bills football game, including passes to go on the field to meet the players.

 

Elea is a wonderful baker and cook who enjoys baking as a hobby. Stella’s Wish Foundation helped give Elea a great tool to practice her craft- a Kitchenaid stand mixer. She can use the mixer to help her with everything from cookies to bread.

 

Dave wanted to be able to spend Christmas with his family in Las Vegas, Nevada. Stella’s Wish provided him with air travel to and from Las Vegas so he could spend this quality time with his loved ones.