Make-A-Wish New Jersey In The News

October 03, 2025

Eagles, Fanatics give unforgettable experience to four Make-A-Wish kids

Eagles employees lined the lobby of the NovaCare Complex two days before the Eagles host the Broncos, pens in hand, waiting for autographs. Then, out came the newest Eagles, followed by cheers and "E-A-G-L-E-S" chants. Four Make-A-Wish kids – Liam, Hunter, Nicholas, and Christopher – along with their families, enjoyed an unforgettable multi-day experience with their favorite sports team.
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October 03, 2025

4 Boys Battling Critical illnesses Go on Shopping Spree with Eagles Player

It was a dream come true for four teenagers battling critical illnesses, who went on a VIP shopping spree with their favorite Philadelphia Eagles player. "It's definitely one of the best days of my life," said 18-year-old Christopher Brayerton of Little Egg Harbor, who spent the past year fighting a rare pediatric cancer.
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September 24, 2025

Jersey Proud: Make-A-Wish NJ grants boy’s wish of traveling to Alaska

News 12 has reported on the great work Make-A-Wish New Jersey does to help sick children.
Up to 400 wishes are granted yearly for sick children around the state.
The organization just completed another one.
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August 25, 2025

Childhood cancer survivor becomes medical student at University of Pennsylvania

Wish kid Micaela Alpert is starting the next chapter of her journey as a medical student at the University of Pennsylvania.
More on 6ABC Philadelphia
August 01, 2025

Are there castles in New Jersey? Yes, check out these six and where to find them

This castle owned by Make-A-Wish New Jersey, is a unique spectacle with its bright array of colors of blue, purple and green on the outside to the children-friendly, fantasy environment on the inside.
More on The Bergen Record
July 28, 2025

Jersey Proud: Ortley Beach coffee shop raises thousands for Make-A-Wish

A coffee shop in Ortley Beach is making a big commitment to Make-A-Wish New Jersey.
More on News12 New Jersey
April 17, 2025

NJ toddler with heart condition receives wish to go to St. Thomas

3-year-old Oliver found out he’s going to paradise. St. Thomas, that is, where the sun loves to shine, and the water is 82 degrees. A place far better than any hospital room he’s spent much of his young life in.
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March 25, 2025

Make-A-Wish, Jersey Mike's makes mining dream come true for NJ boy battling leukemia

An 8-year-old boy fighting Leukemia in New Jersey lived his dream of becoming a gemstone miner.
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March 25, 2025

New Jersey boy's unique Make-A-Wish request will be fulfilled

A New Jersey boy is the recipient of a Make-A-Wish reveal. CBS News New York's Nick Caloway reports it's a unique wish from a unique child.
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March 06, 2025

Make A Wish & Jersey Mikes’s Team Up for a Month of Giving

Make-A-Wish New Jersey is teaming up with more than 130 Jersey Mike’s Subs locations across the state for the 15th Annual ‘Month of Giving’ campaign. Throughout March, customers can round up their purchases or donate to support local charities, culminating in the big ‘Day of Giving’ on March 26, when 100 percent of Jersey Mike’s sales will go directly to Make-A-Wish New Jersey and other worthy causes.
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