Laycee’s wish made a lasting impact and right now, you can double yours. The impact of a wish far exceeds any one day and can often create benefits that last a lifetime. That’s what makes your support of this 2X match so important. >>

17-year-old Laycee was born with a congenital heart defect that has created significant challenges in her day-to-day life. She underwent four open-heart surgeries by the time she was 5 years old and has spent every night of her life on oxygen.

Laycee tires easily, making it difficult to keep up with her peers. But she’s always had a deep love for horses. When she learned she could have a wish granted, her wish to have her own horse sparked a turning point in her life. And until midnight tonight, your gift can go 2X as far to do the same for more wish kids. >>

After months of searching for the perfect equine companion, and with invaluable help from community partners, Make-A-Wish^® presented Laycee with her new horse. Through tears of gratitude, Laycee announced that her horse’s name would be Willow.

Laycee has undergone two surgeries since her wish for Willow was granted. But during each recovery, Laycee focused her thoughts on riding Willow again and spending time with her best friend.

Research shows children who have wishes granted can build the physical and emotional strength they need to fight their critical illness. This may improve their quality of life and produce better health outcomes.

“Willow has motivated Laycee to get through the hard times and never give up,” Laycee’s mom explained. “Horses are her way out of her disability.”

When a wish is granted, a child replaces fear with confidence, sadness with joy, and anxiety with hope. Will you help us finish out American Heart Month strong and make our 2X match a success? Give now and your gift will go twice as far to grant wishes for kids fighting critical illnesses. >>

Wishfully,