Give From The Heart

Malaya, 6, received a heart transplant and wished to visit Walt Disney World.
In honor of Heart Month, we're sharing stories of the many wish alumni, volunteers and supporters who give from the heart.

Each act of kindness, whether it's through your time, talents or donations, helps us get one step closer to our goal to grant 475 life-changing wishes this year for Arizona kids facing critical illnesses.

Meet Malaya, 6, who, after receiving a heart transplant, wished to go to Walt Disney World to meet all her favorite princesses.

"The whole trip was amazing! Malaya felt like a princess the entire time—it was such a beautiful experience," said her parents.

This February is Heart Month and we are partnering with Donate Life AZ to change lives for more kids like Malaya. Interested in becoming an organ and tissue donor? Register today to help change lives with one simple act at donatelifeaz.org.

 

Featured Stories: Giving from the Heart

Zoie pays homage to the nurses who once brought light into her own life

Wish Alum Zoie determined to pay it forward as a nurse

Zoie is now an oncology nurse at the very hospital where she once fought her own battle with cancer.

It has been nearly eight years since Mark's wish was granted and the effect has created a lasting impact on not just Mark, but so many others.

The lasting impact of Mark's wish to have a sports court

Mark's story is one example of how a single wish can transform lives, bringing his community together.

Janet DeYoung standing in front of the Wish Wall with trophy

Janet experiences the heart of a wish as an airport greeter

As Janet spends more time volunteering, she believes Make-A-Wish has shown her the best of humanity.

Help bring heartfelt wishes to life for kids facing critical illnesses.

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