Make-A-Wish® Southern Florida

Owen, an 18-year-old with cancer, wished to go fishing in the stunning waters of St. Croix. Joining him on this adventure is Captain Adam, a retired pro soccer player who traded in his cleats for a fishing rod. Before his foot amputation, Owen was a passionate soccer player, making this fishing trip with Adam even more special! ⚽ Owen and his family traveled all the way from Make-A-Wish Alaska and Washington to USVI for his wish. Together, they created unforgettable memories on the open sea! 🎣

10-year-old Adele, who received a heart transplant, had her wish come true when she met Israeli singer Eden Hason! Thanks to the incredible efforts of Make-A-Wish Israel and the warm hospitality of Shareef Mark Malnik JD, MBA and GABRIELLE ANWAR INC., Adele’s day was filled with pink décor, her favorite candy, and delightful gifts. The moment her idol walked through the door, she was speechless with joy! Eden Hason went above and beyond, signing posters, wearing matching “I met Adele” shirts, and even creating TikToks with her! A heartfelt thank you to Eden for being an amazing Make-A-Wish Israel ambassador and making the journey to Miami. This unforgettable experience brought immense happiness to Adele and her family! #WishWednesday אדל בת ה-10 שעברה השתלת לב זכתה להגשים את משאלת ליבה כשנפגשה עם הזמר הישראלי עדן חסון! בזכות המאמצים המדהימים של Make-A-Wish Israel והאירוח החם של שרף מלניק וגבריאל אנואר, היום של אדל התמלא בתפאורה ורודה, בממתקים האהובים עליה ובמתנות. ברגע שהכוכב שלה נכנס בדלת עם חולצה שעליה רשום "פגשתי את אדל" היא הייתה חסרת מילים משמחה עדן חתם לאדל על פוסטרים , לבשו חולצות תואמות ועשו אפילו טיק טוק משותף. תודה ענקית לזמן המצליח עדן חסון שעשה מעל ומעבר עבור אדל ומשפחתה ותודה על כך שהוא שגריר של Make-A-Wish ותמיד נרתם לעזור.

In our 30th episode of World Of Wishes, we celebrate the start of Wimbledon with a special guest, Wish Alumnus Marina Diez, who wished to go to Wimbledon back in 2008. As a rising tennis star on her journey to becoming a world champion, Marina opens up about her second chance at life, her newfound purpose, and how her wish gave her the strength to fight cancer. Don't miss this inspiring episode filled with determination and hope. Tune in now at worldofwishespodcast.org and get motivated! 🎾

Registration for the inaugural Walk For Wishes Suncoast on October 26, 2024 is now OPEN! Help us grant more wishes to children with critical illnesses in your local community. Time: 7:30AM - 11AM Location: Nathan Benderson Park | 5851 Nathan Benderson Circle, Sarasota, FL 34235 Visit https://lnkd.in/e2T34JK2 to register and start your team today! 👟

Meet Faith, our musical prodigy with a heart of gold! At 14, she’s already mastered the piano, guitar, ukulele, and drums—all self-taught! 🎹 With a respiratory disorder, her wish for a musical she shed is a game-changer. This awesome shed curtesy of Superior Sheds will be her personal music studio, keeping her beloved instruments safe from the effects of her breathing treatments. Imagine the tunes she’ll create in her new, climate-controlled haven! 🎶 Thank you to Sarasota Ford for making Faith's wish come true!

Meet Ashley, an incredible 13-year-old adventurer with epilepsy! Despite being non-verbal and living with epilepsy and autism, Ashley’s love for the outdoors knows no bounds. Her wish? A custom electric bike! 🚲 This vibrant red ride will let her explore her neighborhood like never before and make family outings a blast. We can't wait to see her cruising around with the biggest smile! ⭐

Registration for the 14th Annual Walk For Wishes Southwest Florida on October 5, 2024 is now OPEN! Help us grant more wishes to children with critical illnesses in your local community. Time: 7:30AM - 11AM Location: Florida Gulf Coast University | 10501 FGCU Blvd S, Fort Myers, FL 33965 Visit https://lnkd.in/eM8taJAq to register and start your team today! 👟

We are excited to announce that our Finker-Frenkel Wish House in Overtown, Miami, has been made possible by the generous support of numerous donors and organizations. As we celebrate Juneteenth, a day that marks the emancipation of enslaved African Americans and honors the enduring struggle for freedom and equality, we extend special recognition to the Overtown Community Redevelopment Agency for their support. Their substantial contribution empowers us to advance our mission in transformative ways in 2024. The CRA's dedication to fostering redevelopment in the Overtown and Park West communities is truly inspiring, and we are proud to be a part of that effort.

"I look back and I see a kid really stoked about some science...and I'm still that kid." - Juliana Bach Tune in to episode 29 of World of Wishes to hear Juliana Bach, a Wish Alum with a life-long love for science, share her Make-A-Wish journey. From a childhood wish to visit MIT in 2007 to pursuing her bachelor's degree in science today, Juliana's story is a testament to following your dreams. Don't miss this uplifting episode at https://lnkd.in/ei9GE7n4 ⭐

Happy #FathersDay to the amazing wish dads, like Ariana's, who are part of the Make-A-Wish family. Thank you for being a constant source of support, encouragement, and love to wish kids. You are some of our biggest heroes! 💙 I wish to go to Aulani, a Hawaii Resort & Spa Ariana, 5 heart transplant