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February 24, 2021

Keebler's new AR experience highlights its Make-A-Wish partnership

Make-A-Wish recently granted Jessa’s wish to become the queen of Queen City, and Keebler created an animated video about her experiences. Consumers can watch the video as part of a new Keebler AR experience.
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February 23, 2021

Keebler Cookies Partners with Make-A-Wish to Spread More Magic and Wishes

Keebler® is partnering with Make-A-Wish® to spread more magic and wishes – one cookie at a time – contributing $750,000 since 2020 to go towards granting more wishes – and inspiring others by sharing one wish kid's story.
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February 18, 2021

Cody Zeller on Hornets Camaraderie During COVID, His Kicks for Kids Program

Charlotte Hornet’s Cody Zeller honors Make-A-Wish kids with custom designed sneakers as part of his Kicks For Kids Initiative with Like a Child Foundation.
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February 18, 2021

Make-A-Wish grants some puppy love in a Chick-fil-A parking lot

Kassie, 16, rushed out of her car Tuesday afternoon when Chick-fil-A staff brought out a 9-week-old mini Goldendoodle along with her food order.
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February 08, 2021

Make-A-Wish Central & Western North Carolina Is Supported By Resilience-Building Leader Program

As part of the #GivingBack program, Make-A-Wish Central & Western North Carolina receives Resilience-Building Leader Program certifications.
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February 01, 2021

Dale Jr. Foundation delivers help, hope, raising nearly $1M

The Dale Jr. Foundation continued to deliver help and hope in the midst of a global pandemic, raising nearly $1 million throughout 2020 and distributing it far and wide to 53 organizations including Make-A-Wish Central & Western North Carolina.
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January 06, 2021

Local man competes on Netflix's 'Best Leftovers Ever'

His daughter's wish continues to impact him today, wish dad participating on 'Best Leftovers Ever' currently airing on Netflix.
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November 20, 2020

Symmetry Financial Group Virtual Auction Raises $260,000 for Make-A-Wish Central and Western North Carolina

Symmetry Financial Group, a leading insurance marketing organization, raised $260,000 during its virtual fundraising event themed A Night Under the Stars benefiting Make-A-Wish Central and Western North Carolina.
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September 16, 2020

Make-A-Wish to Aid Vass Park

4-year-old Ivy Williamson has a wish: to be able to play on the playground with other children her age. The young, Vass girl will get that wish granted Wednesday morning at Sandy Ramey Keith Park.
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September 15, 2020

4-year-old girl’s wish for inclusive playground comes true

Four-year-old Ivy's wish to give her local park in Vass, NC wheelchair accessible playground equipment comes true.
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