Lorenzo’s Christmas Wish, Inc. was established in August of 2020 in honor of Lorenzo G. Piroli who passed away suddenly on March 26, 2020. The mission of Lorenzo’s Christmas Wish is to make the holiday season brighter for struggling families with the help of donations and volunteers.

Making the holiday season brighter for less fortunate families was a passion Lorenzo was dedicated to for 18 years before his passing. Each year, he and a small group of friends, would gather donations and organize efforts to put smiles on the faces of many families who often wondered how they would get through the holiday season. Through their efforts, many children were able to wake up with gifts under their trees and parents provided food to put meals on the table to celebrate the holiday.

Various community organizations, elementary schools, support groups, and crisis centers nominate the families that are selected. The families that are nominated put together wish lists of items that are needed and wanted. Lorenzo and his friends would dress up as Santa and elves, delivering these items to families in a handmade sleigh.

The joy that this brought to both children and adults alike was priceless. This tradition needed to continue. This is why Lorenzo's Chistmas Wish, Inc was formed.

Lorenzo’s Christmas Wish, Inc., hopes to be able to continue to honor Lorenzo’s legacy for years to come through generous donations and the work of countless volunteers. The volunteers of this organization give their time out of their own hearts as no salaries or wages are earned. As the foundation continues to grow, it looks for new ways to benefit the community and help others in need.

Proceeds from this event will support of the work of "Lorenzos Christmas Wish", a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) corporation that provides financial assistance for families struggling through the holidays. The Organization also helps support local activities within the communities of Connecticut.