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Kathleen and Good Neighbor
June 27, 2024

A good neighbor donates $21k to Make-A-Wish

After the donation from a good neighbor... more kids in northwest florida will be able to live out their dreams.
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Emersyn
June 26, 2024

Push to get results for 3-year-old with rare disease in Brevard County

Three-year-old Emersyn loves to go outside, but she needs some special equipment to do so safely. It's why Make-A-Wish and other groups are raising funds to transform her backyard into a safe place.
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Stone 2
April 24, 2024

OPD and Make-A-Wish surprise 4-year-old with a day as an officer

Orlando Police Department landed a top new recruit to join their ranks for the day, thanks to OPD and Make-A-Wish on Wednesday.
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Stone
April 24, 2024

Orlando Police fulfil 4-year-old boy's dream of being an officer

A new officer joined the ranks of the Orlando Police Department, and he got a hero’s welcome.
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Action News Jax
April 05, 2024

Local Make-A-Wish family shares story of survival and hope

April is World Wish Month. Action News Jax John Bachman introduces us to a local boy who was undersized, with a big heart -- too big.
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Layla Catts
April 03, 2024

Make-A-Wish recipient gets 'wildlife' experience at Orlando hotel

Marriott Vacations Worldwide helped decorate hotel room for 9-year-old Layla Catts
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WFW24
March 29, 2024

Hundreds gather to support 2024 ‘Walk for Wishes’ at Lake Eola

The Central Florida community gathered together Thursday night to help raise money for children battling critical illnesses.
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Scottlyn
March 20, 2024

Winter Wishes: How A Community Changed One Girl’s Life Forever

Grand Lagoon isn’t just home to pristine coasts, it’s also the home of a very special little girl. Five-year-old Scottlyn enjoys many things that you would expect from kids her age: Play-doh, crafts, and her favorite baby doll, Super J. However, Scottlyn is very different in one major respect.
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Cooper
February 07, 2024

Cooper's Super Wish

In many ways, Cooper is a typical four-year-old. This rambunctious preschooler loves Peppa Pig and playing outside...
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NFL Pro Bowl in Orlando
February 03, 2024

Make-A-Wish Kids Live Their Dream at the 2024 NFL Pro Bowl in Orlando

Resilient Midwest kids travel to NFL Pro Bowl and enjoy an epic once-in-a-lifetime experience
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