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Dream Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization headquartered in Santa Barbara, California. The organization grants what are described as "Dreams" for terminally-ill adults. Founded in 1994, Dream Foundation has granted over 25,000 dreams. Dream Foundation serves families in need throughout the United States.

History
In 1993, Thomas Rollerson was looking for a wish-granting organization for adults but discovered there were only ones for children. After the death of his partner Timothy Scott Palmer, a year later, he created Dream Foundation.

Process and Eligibility
Dream recipients live in the United States, are 18 and older, diagnosed with a life limiting illness with a life expectancy of 12 months or less, and lack the resources to fulfill the Dream themselves.

There are three different applications, one for those receiving hospice services, one for those under a doctor's care, and one specifically for veterans.

Dreams for Veterans
Besides the general dream program, Dream Foundation has a program tailored to veterans and their families. It launched Washington, D.C. in 2015.

Governance
Kisa Heyer currently serves as Dream Foundation’s chief executive officer and Kenneth P. Slaught serves as board chair.