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August 28, 2023

Chandler Morgan, John Bachman emcee annual Make-A-Wish Wishmaker’s Ball

This morning, families in Jacksonville are one step closer to making lifelong memories.

Disney Hosts World Princess Week Party for Wish Families Across America

It was an extra special week for us here at Walt Disney World as we welcomed more than 50 incredible wish kids and their families from organizations like Make-A-Wish for our largest wish-granting event ever: “Once Upon A Wish Party.“

CECF Donates $600,000 to Make-A-Wish Central and Northern Florida

WFTV 9 Family Connection is the community outreach arm of WFTV- Channel 9 in Orlando, Florida.

Make-A-Wish helps Seminole State student Caleb Foarde join Buffalo Bills

He’s been battling brain cancer for three years but that hasn’t stopped Caleb Foarde.

More on Seminole State College of Florida

July 23, 2023

Harley-Davidson PCB helped kids Make-A-Wish

One local business got the community to ride together Saturday to help kids with critical illnesses.

Make-A-Wish helps Central Florida cancer patient’s NFL dreams come true

One of the biggest NFL fans in Central Florida recently returned from a trip of his dreams.

More Than A Wish

A local Destin family was facing the worst news, their 3-year-old daughter Chloe was diagnosed with a brain tumor.

Disney to Host Royal Ball for Wish Families During World Princess Week

Hear ye, hear ye! We’ve got some royal news to share. World Princess Week takes place Aug. 20-26.

Disney World reveals new specialty license plate design

Disney did not say when the new specialty plate will go on sale for Florida drivers. Proceeds will continue to benefit Make-A-Wish Central and Northern Florida.

Make-A-Wish Central and Northern Florida grants 7,000th wish

A local 4-year-old boy, Cooper, becomes a superhero for Make-A-Wish's anniversary, World Wish Day!

Make-A-Wish^® Central and Northern Florida