Thank Your for Making WISH 2025 Magical

WISH 2025 was truly magical. Because of our volunteers and community partners, thousands of seniors across Central Ohio opened gifts they picked themselves, purchased and wrapped by Besa Holiday Heroes.

They felt seen, valued, and celebrated. WISH is more than a gift drive – it’s Columbus and our community at its best.

A Snapshot of the WISH 2025 Impact

• 2,000 seniors served
• 1,100 Holiday Heroes who adopted a WISH List
• 5,000 gifts delivered
• 1,742 items purchased from the Amazon Stocking Stuffer WISH list
• 2,600 kid volunteers who created cards and crafts for seniors (thanks to our partners at Seeds of Caring)