As the year comes to a close, we want to express our deepest gratitude for being part of our mission to make wishes come true for children like Josephine.

Because of this community, Make-A-Wish® made extraordinary strides in our mission to bring hope, joy and strength to children facing critical illnesses.

Here are just a few stunning statistics:

28,000:
That's how many wishes we granted around the world last year with the help of people like you. 

95%:
That's how many wish alumni said they felt more hopeful for their future after their wish. 

100%:
That's how many medical providers claimed a wish experience improved a child's emotional well-being. 

40:
That's how many kids are added to the list of waiting wishes every day. That’s how many kids need your support. 

One of the wishes we were able to grant with your help was for Josephine, a 14-year-old girl with a neuromuscular disorder. Josephine wished to go to Alaska. Her trip was filled with wonder as she explored the breathtaking landscape with her family. It not only gave her an escape from her daily challenges, but also a renewed sense of strength and determination for the future. 

Thanks to the generosity of supporters like you, Josephine's wish became a reality. And in this crucial wish-granting season, we hope you'll donate today to make another child’s wish come true.

While our accomplishments are truly remarkable, there is still so much work to be done in the year ahead. Your first gift will help ensure that more children like Josephine can find hope and strength as they face critical illnesses. So please, make a gift today, and you can be a beacon of hope for children in their darkest hours.

With your help, we can make 2024 an even brighter year for children and families who need it most. Thank you for your support in making wishes come true.

Katie Barnhardt
Director, Mission Advancement Advisor
Make-A-Wish America