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More than 550 critically ill children across Washington and Alaska are waiting for their wishes to be granted, but Make-A-Wish needs more volunteers to make the magic happen. Two longtime volunteers share why helping grant these life-changing wishes creates connections that inspire everyone involved.
A young cancer survivor chose to spend their Make-A-Wish on other children battling illness, donating Legos to a hospital. Instead of a personal dream, this child turned their wish into hope for others.
When Jude Baker beat Ewing sarcoma at 14, he could have wished for anything through Make-A-Wish Georgia. Instead, he asked to help the homeless people he'd seen during his hospital visits.
Instead of keeping her Make-a-Wish experience to herself, cancer survivor Nyla Harding used it to brighten the days of young patients still fighting their battles. The college-bound teen spent her wish buying comfort items for children at City of Hope.
After beating leukemia with three years of chemotherapy, 16-year-old James Walter from Apex is heading to Super Bowl LX in California. Make-A-Wish and Fanatics are making his dream come true, sending him and his family to watch the big game this Sunday.
When Ollie Faircloth beat cancer, he used his Make-A-Wish to buy LEGO sets for kids still fighting at his hospital. His selfless choice sparked a community movement that delivered over 500 sets to young patients.
When cancer survivor Ollie Faircloth got his Make-A-Wish, he didn't ask for a trip or toys for himself. Instead, the 12-year-old requested LEGO sets for other kids battling illness at the hospital where he was treated.
When 14-year-old Jude Baker beat rare bone cancer, he used his Make-A-Wish not for a dream vacation but to help people experiencing homelessness in his Georgia town. His selfless choice fed 300 people and inspired a community to keep giving.
Two Costco employees in Yakima are leading a volunteer push to help 30 local children waiting for life-changing wishes. They're proving that making magic happen doesn't require huge time commitments, just a willing heart.
A 20-year-old who beat stage 4 lymphoma organized a free concert that raised over $5,000 for the charity that once granted his own wish. James Dyson performed on three instruments to help other kids fighting critical illnesses get their dreams fulfilled.
A Nashville cancer survivor chose to donate LEGO sets to hospitalized children instead of taking a dream trip. His selfless wish inspired over 500 additional donations for young patients.
Nebraska's 19th annual Make a Wish fundraiser brought hope to critically ill children through a sports-themed celebration that culminated in granting a young Disney fan's dream. The Kearney event raised crucial funds while showcasing how wishes give children strength during their toughest battles.
A woman who had never rowed before just completed a 3,200-mile Atlantic crossing to make children's wishes come true. Nicky Allen and her crew battled waves, leaks, and even an accidental laxative incident during their 54-day journey.
After beating cancer three times, BJ Radhe now spends his days bringing hope to sick children through Make-A-Wish, often with his service dog Lily by his side. His journey from patient to volunteer shows how surviving the darkest moments can light the way for others.
Students at DuBois Area School District are proving that academic excellence and compassion go hand in hand. From national vocabulary champions to young philanthropists raising over $50,000 for sick children, these Pennsylvania kids are showing what's possible when education meets heart.
A Torrington student is celebrating alongside 41 others after receiving scholarships from the Oregon Trail Community Foundation for the 2026-2027 school year. The foundation is making higher education more accessible for dozens of Wyoming families.
The Gates Foundation is investing billions to make AI benefit everyone, not just wealthy nations. The UAE's $100 million partnership is helping lead the way in agricultural innovation and language diversity.
The Community Foundation of Dickinson County celebrated 46 students receiving $193,500 in scholarships, connecting young scholars with the donors investing in their futures. The annual reception brought together generations of neighbors committed to making education accessible. #
A Pennsylvania fire department just upgraded rescue equipment that hasn't been replaced since 1994, thanks to a $40,000 grant from actor Gary Sinise's foundation. The new tools can lift a railcar but weigh less than the old gear, making rescue operations faster and safer.
A major packaging trade group just created a charitable foundation that will double the impact of members' donations to causes they care about. The PACK gives BACK™ Charitable Foundation starts with $6 million and aims to transform how an entire industry supports communities. #
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