At Make-A-Wish, every child we serve has been diagnosed with a critical illness. Most of these illnesses require sophisticated medical care in order to cure or improve the health of the child.
Bret Leas, Board Chair of Make-A-Wish Metro New York and Western New York, has taught his children well about giving back.
This past Sunday was Father's Day and it's the perfect time to revisit a Wish Nation blog from Wish Dad, Nick H. His son, Hunter, was born with a half-functioning heart and he shares his journey from self-doubt before Hunter's birth to joy as he watches his son prepare for high school.
Helping to create a long-lasting legacy – family philanthropy is an honor(ee)
“This organization taught me by example, how to care and give to others when they need it most.” – Tony and Grammy Award nominee, Ashley Park
Our mission at Make-A-Wish is to make sure every eligible child with a critical illness has theirwish granted. We know that eligibility can be confusing.
Shelton grew up around the local fire and police departments in his hometown in Alabama.
Philip’s father, Daniel, is one of New York’s Bravest – he is a member of the FDNY. But Philip is pretty brave himself.
Wish kid Madelynn took her interest in fashion to the next level with her wish to meet Dina Scherer, a top New York City image & wardrobe stylist, personal shopper, and the owner Modnitsa Styling.
Make-A-Wish recognizes all that nurses do to change lives. The care they offer patients is invaluable to their emotional and physical health. In honor of National Nurses Week, we're sharing Samantha's wish to be like her heroes - to be a nurse.
Stories of joy, resilience and healing that can only happen with Make-A-Wish.
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