Make-A-Wish Foundation

For her Make-A-Wish� experience, 7-year-old Robyn set her sights on Walt Disney World�, and UAW-GM helped her get there. The young bundle of energy asked wish granters from the Make-A-Wish Foundation� of Michigan to send her to the world-famous theme park in Orlando, Fla. When a local GM dealership in Grand Rapids, Mich., found out about the wish, it decided to get involved too.

As a wish enhancement, the dealership's employees sent postcards and a camera for Robyn's trip. The girl's dad, Robert, laughed when he offered his thanks for the gesture. "The cards and gift were very appreciated, and she has been reading and enjoying them. She's been having a problem reading some of them though, because she can't read cursive."

With sponsorship from UAW-GM, Robyn and her family traveled to the Sunshine State for a wet, but exhilarating, wish experience. Robert explained that it rained the whole time, "but it didn't stop us from having fun and doing everything." He added that his daughter was thrilled to be there.

After exploring Walt Disney World, the family visited SeaWorld, much to the delight of Robyn. But the youngster's favorite part of the trip was eating breakfast with the Disney princesses in a castle.

Looking back, Robert had high praise for the Make-A-Wish Foundation, saying, "We were really enjoying ourselves. We didn't have to worry about anything. If we went to Disney on our own, we wouldn't have had all the wonderful perks and luxuries that we had as a result of Make-A-Wish."

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That sounds awesome for Robyn and her family. My son Joseph is waiting to hear from Make-A-Wish for the same wish. He wants to go to Walt Disney World and see Mickey and friends, as well. I'm happy Robyn received her wish. Good luck to Robyn and her family. And thanks again to all the people and volunteers at Make-A-Wish. We love you.
- Joe 08/30/2006 14:51
My sister was also granted a wish to go to Walt Disney World. She loved it. I am glad that your daugther loved it.
- Alicia 01/08/2007 14:22
I also went to disney world as my wish and it was the best week of my WHOLE LIFE! I loved it! It was so fun! We stayed at this place called Give Kids The World. It was the best! Thank You Make-A-Wish. It would have never happened without you!
- Tori 06/20/2007 19:30
We received the call today from Make-A-Wish saying that my child was going to be able to have his wish granted. His wish is to go to Walt Disney World. I am so thankful for this blessing from Make-A-Wish!
- Heather 08/08/2007 17:14
I am glad Robyn received her wish. Good luck in life, Robyn!
- Cindy 07/16/2007 13:04
I am so happy for you Robyn. I hope all is well. My daughter Ellen is wishing for the same thing except she wants to have lunch with the princesses. I am glad that you got your wish and you had a good time.
- Mary (Wish mom) 02/26/2008 18:42
Robyn, I'm glad you received your wish. I also received a wish and I also went to Disney World. Good luck and congratulations, Robyn.
- Cynthia 07/03/2008 12:55

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