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Nakeem
April 26, 2022

Sanford Make-A-Wish recipient gifted with unique trip

Nakeem Blackman got an unforgettable surprise on Monday. Watch the full video on Fox35 news!
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Iris
April 06, 2022

We Asked Make-A-Wish Alumni How Getting Their Wishes Changed Their Lives

For Make-A-Wish, there’s often a misconception that children need a terminal prognosis to be eligible for a wish. In reality...
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Magic Game Check Presentation
March 21, 2022

DeVos Family Foundation Makes Donation to Make-A-Wish

For children diagnosed with critical illnesses, hope can be a crucial turning point in their care outcomes and lives long-term. Instilling belief and uplifting spirits can forever transform the lives of children, their families, and entire communities.
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runDisney
March 18, 2022

runDisney: Celebrated Charity Spotlight

Here at Make-A-Wish Central and Northern Florida, we are excited to once again partner with runDisney, this time for the Springtime Surprise Race Weekend! Thanks to runDisney, and everyone who volunteers and participates, we are able to carry out our mission to grant life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses.
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Luke's Wish
February 22, 2022

Florida Wish Kid Luke experiences Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser

You know that feeling when you create happiness for someone else? Families from all over the country as they embark on their maiden voyage later this week...
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Brielle
December 18, 2021

Make-A-Wish Brings Christmas to Wish Kid Brielle's Front Yard

Brielle is an 11-year-old girl battling a nervous system disorder. She just recently returned home from the hospital and asked Make-A-Wish Central & Northern Florida to bring the “Joy of Christmas” to her neighborhood.
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Gaige
September 11, 2020

Make-A-Wish gives boy epic day as robot superhero

Orlando's hero, ROBOGaige, was granted a wish he'll never forget. Gaige, 10, was granted his wish to be a robot superhero back in Feburary and he had the entire community supporting him each step of the way.
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June 26, 2020

Make-A-Wish surprises Kissimmee boy with toys and games delivered parade style

Wish kid Adrian wished to have an unboxing party back in June. His mom thought this would the perfect wish because he has had items he's been wanting since Christmas that finances didn't alllow for. His wish was like Christmas morning for him. Our community rallied behind Adrian and came out to support and were a part of his wish parade filled with honking, decorations and #AdrianStrong signs. He was then surprised with all of his goodies and had a wonderful time unwrapping each and every gift. Adrian unfortunately passed away the week following his wish, but it was a joy to see the smile on his face days prior.
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June 26, 2020

ROBOGaige saves the day: 10-year-old superhero thwarts bank robbery, puts out fire and more

Orlando's hero, ROBOGaige, was granted a wish he'll never forget. Gaige, 10, was granted his wish to be a robot superhero back in Feburary and he had the entire community supporting him each step of the way. To local fire departments, and police stations to the SWAT Team, Gaige was able to stop a bank robbery, put out a fire, and save someone from a collapsing building which are the three things at the heart of his wish.
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February 29, 2020

ROBOGaige to the rescue: Deputies grant 10-year-old’s wish to become robot superhero

Orlando's hero, ROBOGaige, was granted a wish he'll never forget. Gaige, 10, was granted his wish to be a robot superhero back in Feburary and he had the entire community supporting him each step of the way. To local fire departments, and police stations to the SWAT Team, Gaige was able to stop a bank robbery, put out a fire, and save someone from a collapsing building which are the three things at the heart of his wish.
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