Frequently Asked Questions
TravelWish.org is a not-for-profit organization that helps families facing terminal illness fulfill meaningful travel experiences together. We provide compassionate support and practical assistance to turn travel dreams into lasting memories.
Please complete our short online application with your travel preferences. Click here to reach our application form. Our team reviews applications within 24 hours and will contact you directly about next steps.
We assist families facing a terminal condition that is not considered curable and is expected to significantly shorten their life, typically within 1 - 3 years. This includes advanced cancers, progressive neurological diseases and other serious conditions where the focus is comfort care and quality of life.
*To be eligible for donated travel and/or donated funds, applicants will need to provide supporting documentation or direct referral from a healthcare provider.
We understand time is precious. Travel itineraries are planned as soon as possible and within your dates requested, with urgent requests expedited whenever possible.
Yes, travel requests can definitely include all close family and friends who provide emotional support during this difficult time. Our compassionate travel advisors specialize in larger groups.
We accept both monetary and non-monetary donations. In-kind donations can include timeshare weeks, short term rental stays, airline miles, transportation, and photography services. We appreciate donations from individuals, business sponsorships and fundraising partnerships.
Monetary donations fund travel expenses for qualifying families, including flights, accommodations, meals, and activities. Donations can go directly to families via their preferred payment method, or we can accept donations directly, with a small administrative fee to keep our organization running efficiently.
Generally, travel donations are not tax-deductible. Similar to other personal fundraising sites, donations to specific people and families are considered personal gifts and are not typically deductible. Please consult your tax advisor or consult IRS publications for further information.
Absolutely. Please contact us at partners@travelwish.org to explore partnership opportunities, from sponsoring individual families, listing your business in our Marketplace, or supporting our general mission through contributions.
Email us at questions@travelwish.org