Welcome to Peter's Wish! 

     Peter's Wish Inc. is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that inspires and empowers youth by promoting community involvement and providing opportunities for further education.  

     Peter's Wish was founded in honor of Peter Darryl Colucci (pictured to the right).  Peter courageously fought a tough battle with Non-Hodgkins Disease Lymphoma for over a year and a half before dying at the age of 10 in 1984.  His last wish was to have the opportunity to grow up and live a fulfilled and meaningful life. 

     We believe that having a fulfilled and meaningful life can be achieved through higher education and a strong commitment to making a difference in their local community.  It is our vision to empower and inspire youth to grow into greatness.   

     Peter's Wish has been designated as a 501(c)(3) tax exempt public charity by the Internal Revenue Service.  All donations to Peter's Wish directly impacts your local community and the youth within.   

The Mission of Peter’s Wish:

     Peter's Wish, Inc. awards scholarships to youth who demonstrate a strong service commitment to their communities.    

Recent News:

     February 2008:  Stacy and Austin continue their outstanding community service for the Gloucester County Animal Shelter and the Monroe Township EMS, respectively.  Keep up the Great Work!!!

     December 2007:  Congratulations to Austin from Williamstown High School and Stacy from Delsea High School for winning the 2007-2008 Peter's Wish Community Service Scholarship.  You can read more about it in our Honor Roll page.

     November 2007:  We're getting the word out!  Peter's Wish has gotten some good media coverage in the Gloucester County, NJ area with an article in the Gloucester County Times (http://blog.nj.com/southjerseylife/2007/10/brothers_courage_inspires_foun.html). You can also hear Peter's Wish President Craig Colucci on Rowan University radio (http://wgls.rowan.edu/schedule.html).  Click on Monday and then Community Affair. 

     October 2007:  The 2007-2008 Community Service Scholarship is now open to high school seniors throughout Gloucester County, New Jersey.  More information and the downloadable application is on the Community Service Scholarship page on this website.  Each high school will send in their top three applications to Peter's Wish by November 19th, 2007.  Check with your high school guidance office for more information. 

     June 2007:  2007 Scholarship Winners, Nicole and Amber!  These graduating seniors from Delsea High School in Franklinville, NJ made a difference in their community and earned the Peter's Wish Community Service Scholarship for $1,500 each.  You can read more about it in our Honor Roll page.