Make-A-Wish Central and Northern Florida

🚀✨ 7-year-old, Ferris, has a brave heart and a big wish, to experience the magic of Disney World with his family! 🏰🎢 Thanks to Make-A-Wish Central and Northern Florida and Give Kids the World, Ferris had an unforgettable adventure. One of his favorite moments was exploring Kennedy Space Center and dreaming among the stars. 🌟🚀 Thank you to everyone who made Ferris’ wish come true! 💫 “The trip was so much fun for Ferris and our family. He wrote all this favorite things down." -Wish mom, Tiffany⭐ 💙

"We had a blast, thank you so much! Aubrey’s absolute favorite part was becoming 👸Princess “Elsa-Aubrey”. And we learned that she LOVES roller coasters!🎢" -wish mom, Justine💙⭐

"I so wish we could go back in time and start our trip all over again. It was magical! I felt like we needed this vacation as a family a long time ago. My girls loved it! They both will cherish these memories forever. Thank you so much! It was wonderful and unforgettable." -wish mom, Susie💙🌟

✈️🌟 At just 16 years old, Nicholas, who’s been bravely battling cancer, had his dream come true thanks to the amazing team at JetBlue University! 🎉💫 The day started with a warm welcome, followed by lunch, a tour of the facilities, and an incredible opportunity to operate the A320 Simulator! 🛫✨ To top it off, Nicholas was made an honorary First Officer, with his mom, Nikki, having the special honor of “winging” him!💙👨✈️ The day was filled with joy, smiles, and unforgettable memories. #JetBlueUniversity #MakeAWish

🌟 Save the date! On August 23rd, the courageous wish kids of Central and Northern Florida are taking over the airwaves of WDBO 107.3 FM for our annual radio fundraiser, Wish-A-Thon presented by City KIA of Greater Orlando! 📻✨ Join us as we share touching stories from local wish families right here in our community. Tune in for heartwarming tales of dreams fulfilled, like a professionally recorded original song, enchanted visits to Disney World, and even a day as a Zookeeper! 🎶🏰🦁 Follow our social media channels for updates and be part of the magic of Wish-A-Thon! 🎉 To make a difference today, visit our donation page: https://lnkd.in/gBcXzVJa Together, let's transform lives, one wish at a time. 💙

"We had the most magical time on Miles' wish. We really got to have a moment of "normalcy" and the boys lived their best lives meeting the Disney characters and being able to just have fun without all the other worries we've carried for a long time. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for blessing us with this amazing gift and time together 💙" -Wish Mom, Ellen⭐

Wish Wednesday: Vyla's Enchanted Disney Adventure! 🏰 This week, let's sprinkle some magic dust as we revisit Vyla’s enchanting trip to Disney World! For Vyla, who has faced significant health challenges, this wish was a chance to immerse herself in a world where dreams come true and worries melt away.⭐ 💙 Accompanied by her family, Vyla explored the magical kingdoms, hugged her favorite Disney characters, and experienced the joy of Disney's fireworks, lighting up the sky—and her smile. Every moment from dancing with princesses to riding the whimsical attractions was a chapter in her own fairy tale. Together, we can create more magical journeys for children like Vyla. Help us turn dreams into realities, one wish at a time!

"Scarlett's dreams came true the second she arrived at the Disney Resort in Hawaii! Some of her favorite memories from the trip included one-on-one time with Moana, snorkeling at Rainbow Reef, spending time with new friends and family at the beach and meeting all the Disney characters around the pool. This trip will always hold a special place in our hearts, and it's all because of the Make-A-Wish Foundation! The medical journey is long and hard, and a week of Disney magic in paradise was just what our family needed." - Wish Mom, Brooke⭐ 💙

Meet Grace, an extraordinary young lady with an unyielding spirit! Despite facing unimaginable challenges from the day she was born, her grit and tenacity shine brighter than ever. This February, Grace's wish for an adaptive skiing experience became a reality as she hit the slopes of Breckenridge, Colorado, proving once again that limitations only exist if you let them. Join us in celebrating Grace's incredible skiing adventure, an experience filled with laughter, love, and unforgettable memories. 🏔️🌟 It's stories like Grace's that remind us of the transformative power of a wish. Dive into Grace’s heartwarming tale, and see how wishes create hope, resilience, and everlasting smiles. Be a part of this magic—help us turn more wishes into realities! Read Grace's full wish story today on our wish blog: https://lnkd.in/e3EGd4eS

At Make-A-Wish, we've seen time and again how a wish does much more than bring a smile to a child's face; it lifts the spirits of entire families.⭐ 9 out of 10 wish parents report that the wish experience has significantly improved their family's emotional well-being, spreading positive vibes to siblings and parents alike!✨ Each wish journey is a beacon of joy and hope, not just for the wish kids but for their loved ones who share in these magical moments. Together, let's continue to enrich lives and strengthen families through the power of a wish. 💙 Join us in creating more unforgettable memories and transforming lives, one wish at a time!