Wishes have a remarkable way of bringing people together—often in the moments when connection is needed most.

When 3-year-old Remi was diagnosed with an incredibly rare form of cancer, her mom, Rachel, felt isolated and uncertain about what the future might hold. A call from Make-A-Wish Hawaii changed everything. One of Remi’s wish granters was not only a wish mom—her own son had overcome the very same rare disease at Remi’s age. In a diagnosis so rare that Rachel had never met another family facing it, this connection felt meant to be. What began as wish planning soon became something more: reassurance, understanding, and hope during one of the darkest seasons of their lives.

That is the power of a wish. It is not only a celebration—it is a bridge between people, a reminder that no one walks this journey alone. Read more about Remi’s beautiful wish in the spring issue of Wishful Thinking.

Here’s a glimpse of the inspiring stories included in this issue: 

• Finn’s wish to meet and skate with Andy Anderson, a celebration of how far he’s come since receiving a life-saving liver transplant. 
   
• Shekinah’s wish to have a Peppa Pig 13th birthday party, a heartfelt wish that showed Shekinah she is seen and loved by the community.
   
• Rosendin Electric shines a light of hope for Hawaii wish families through the Rosendin Foundation. 
   
• WISH! Winter’s Glow, an enchanting evening that will illuminate the power of a wish. Meet this year’s honorees and learn how you can contribute an item or experience to the online auction in Wishful Thinking!

Because of supporters like you, more children across the state are experiencing the joy and connection a wish brings. Mahalo for your continued heartfelt support.