On September 26th, three members from our Phoenix team once again had the pleasure to help send off a Make-A-Wish child for her dream trip to Disney World.
Joined by her family, there were smiles for miles while they waited to depart.
Team members Norma, Virginia, and Jess shared the following comments regarding this special sendoff:
Doing a sendoff for Make-A-Wish Arizona was awesome. It was great to interact with the child and their family and to see their excitement. I will participate in such a joyful event again. Also, there was a complete stranger that came up to the group and gave $200.00 to Make-A-Wish. Everyone was cheering! =)
–Norma
It was definitely an incredible honor helping send off this beautiful family to Disney World! Seeing the excitement on their faces and knowing this trip will create lifelong memories is beyond heartwarming. Thank you for the opportunity and allowing me to be part of such a great and magical day!
–Virginia
It was an early morning filled with unexpected twists and turns, but when we reached the gate and saw not only Madelyn’s smiling face but also that of her sister and brother, it became clear that they were not just making their flight; their biggest wish was coming true, making it all worth it.
–Jesse
Who Can Make a Wish?
Make-A-Wish Arizona is part of a national foundation that turns wishes into life-changing memories for children with critical illnesses. Children must meet the following criteria to be eligible for a wish:
- Children who are older than 2 ½ years and younger than 18
- Children who have been diagnosed with a critical illness, i.e., a progressive, degenerative, or malignant medical condition that has placed the child’s life in jeopardy.
Out of respect for the privacy of families they serve, the foundation also has criteria for those who would like to refer a child:
- Parents or legal guardians
- Family members with detailed knowledge of the child’s current medical condition
- Medical Professionals such as providers (doctor, nurse practitioner or physician assistant), nurse, social worker, or child-life specialist
Learn more at wish.org/arizona.
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