When we first met Rhiannon, she was undergoing chemo and was preparing to go into her most intense round of treatment in her battle with Leukemia. Prior to her diagnosis and rigorous treatments, Rhiannon was a very active young lady – playing basketball and on a Special Olympics bowling team. She is a very social girl […]
At just 3 months old, little Alden breathed his last breath. He left behind two adoring parents and a big brother who was Alden’s best friend. A heart condition made Alden eligible for a wish, and that, coupled with renal failure, took his life. We were saddened to know that we wouldn’t be able to
Social Workers play an important role at Wishes & More and join us in deeply caring about our wish kids and their families. In most cases, since they are the closest resource for our wish families when they are in hospital, they serve as the referral source for our organization. We value these relationships and recently,
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Lily is a silly and kind 12-year-old from Avon, MN, with a contagious laugh. Her complex medical condition has affected her developmentally & physically, and her ongoing treatments have been a stress on the entire family. In addition to loving the outdoors, camping and fishing, our Wish Wizards were also endeared to learn about Lily’s
At just two months old, little Griffin required open heart surgery. Although his heart condition and hospital visits will always be a part of his life, he is an incredibly joyful little guy! We’re grateful to report that the surgery was a success and he’s now a happy one-year-old. His parents’ wish on his behalf
Kaylee exemplifies a teen in Minnesota who loves spending time outside! She is always active and enjoys campfires, swimming, fishing, bike rides with her brothers, boating, & tubing, and she is determined not to let her brain cancer prevent her from enjoying a life of adventure. After carefully considering many wish options, she decided that a vehicle to
In Annabelle’s mother’s words, she “is a fierce, funny, sweet forever 20-month-old little girl who loves unicorns, her Tonie box, and dad’s beard.” This little girl was a well-known patient around the hospital because of her extensive bow collection, beautifully decorated room, and her ‘growls!’ She had the sweetest growl when she played peekaboo, and
From the special treatment received at the airport, the friendly faces at Give Kids the World, visiting The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, and being selected for the wand ceremony, every aspect of Kendall’s wish was her favorite. Kendall is an eighth-grader from Deer Creek, MN and one year ago, she and her parents learned of
Fourteen-year-old Ka’Myra has a rare neurodegenerative disorder that is not only life-limiting, but it also impairs her physical abilities and developmental maturity. Additionally, she is deaf and attends Humboldt High School’s Deaf and Hard of Hearing Program, learning ASL, and her adoptive family is also learning, so they will all be able to communicate. Ka’Myra’s
Born with a complex range of health issues, including a genetic condition causing lung and heart defects, Emmett’s life has been marked by constant medical care. This smiley kid doesn’t let any of those pokes or treatments get him down; in fact, his mom describes him as a joyful child with contagious energy! One of
Smiles abound as Olivia from Ham Lake received her wish for a custom-built bike. She battles a rare, progressive neurodegenerative disorder that leaves her unable to speak and confined to a wheelchair. Regardless, she loves the outdoors and feeling the wind in her face! With this special bike, her wheelchair is able to slide right
Back in 2017, Wishes & More granted a wish for a 7-year-old named Allie to go to Disney World. One of the benefits of being a Disney Wish Kid is the opportunity to go back and revisit Give Kids the World Village and recently Allie’s family took advantage of the opportunity to relive their Disney
Brecken has lived with multiple medical issues since birth due to a catastrophic lack of oxygen during his birth. The challenges he faces are numerous; however, his incredible family alongside his joyful attitude have created beautiful days and a fulfilled life. Brecken loves spending time outside. He’s a huge fan of water and feeling the
Temi’s story wove its way into our hearts from the moment we heard about this sweet girl from Saint Michael. In March 2023, four-year-old Temi was diagnosed with an extremely serious heart condition and placed on the heart transplant list. She spent the next 15 months at Children’s Hospital enduring surgery and treatments to keep her
Ethan had just started his first year of college at UW Stout when he called home, complaining of a consistent headache and sore ribs. Blood tests revealed devastating news: B-cell Lymphoma. Treatments began immediately and Wishes & More allowed him to think about better days outside the hospital walls, and “chowing down on BBQ” came to mind.
We can’t do it alone and when we have a partner, a wish experience increases exponentially. Finley’s wish was made extra special by the collaboration between Vujovich Design Build, Inc., AMEK Inc. and Wishes & More. Our Wish Wizards met 12-year-old Finley at his home in Woodbury and discovered his wish was for a customized
When he was just 3-years-old, Niko was already dreaming of becoming a professional hockey player. At fifteen years old, these dreams were crushed with a diagnosis of bone cancer and a surgery to replace his knee and femur with titanium. In February, guests at our 2025 Winter Ball were charmed by seeing him on stage
We’re not certain you can look at Everly without smiling! This sweetheart is a Mississippi girl who’s treated at Masonic Children’s for a rare genetic condition called Hurler’s Syndrome. In June 2023, three-year-old Everly received a life-changing Bone Marrow Transplant and we’re happy to report that it was a success! In order to celebrate one-year
Gabrielle was born in August, the youngest of six children to Patrick & Dorsey. She was absolutely adored by her large family. This little fighter was born at just three pounds and in addition, she battled Edwards Syndrome. After two months in the hospital, she was able to go home and enjoy family time surrounded
No one thinks about starting a New Year in response to a diagnosis of cancer. But in January of 2024, that was what Kyah faced by receiving treatment for Hodgkin’s Lymphoma at Masonic Children’s Hospital. Just like many other teens, she loves playing sports, going shopping, reading, writing, & watching movies; however, her most favorite thing is
Guests at the 2025 Winter Ball had the pleasure of meeting Deacon, our extremely social and charming redhead. He let all of our guests know that he wanted to meet his superhero friends at Universal Studios. He was on stage with his sister, Elizabeth, who received a wish 5 years ago and everyone enjoyed their surprise in
Our Memorial program is more than just sending a check, it’s an opportunity for parents to share words about their precious child. It’s our pleasure to share these words even further than our office walls. “Even though Kelsey passed away, we will always use present tense talking about her because she is always in our
Rosielys is a friendly and joyful toddler who loves music & dancing, princesses & Mickey Mouse, and splashing in the water. As you can see, this three-year-old also has the BIGGEST smiles we’ve ever seen! Ely’s mom shared that she is very independent and likes to do things on her own and loves to be
17-year-old Augustine’s condition has taken away his ability to communicate with words, but this fun-loving and friendly teen makes sure his feelings are known through happy noises and grunts. He joins his family in loving all things Disney and Augustine has the biggest smile whenever he sees Mickey Mouse! A wish trip to Disney World
