WishMania
Get ready for an action-packed night at WishMania, where wishes take flight & dreams come true. Doors open at 6:00 PM on Saturday, Nov. 4! Tickets start at just $10! Click here to secure your tickets today!
Alyssa
Alyssa was born with a serious genetic disorder called Angelman Syndrome. Alyssa’s two brothers absolutely adore her, and her favorite moments are when they are all together…or when she is snuggling with mom. Alyssa enjoys spending time in the water and we hear that she pouts when it’s time to dry off. She also loves the
Austin
Sixteen-year-old Austin had complained of knee pain for a couple months before he and his parents decided to have a doctor check it out. As an intense varsity soccer player, they did not think much of it, assuming the pain was a byproduct of the sport. After several scans, an MRI, and a biopsy, it
David
David’s mom was five months pregnant when she learned that the baby she was carrying would be born with an extremely complicated heart defect. She knew, before she was able to hold him in her arms, that he would require three heart surgeries. His first one was when he was 6 months old and that
Alyssa
In January one of our board members missed our meeting in order to be with her family to commemorate a special birthday. We joined her in spirit as they gathered to celebrate Alyssa’s 12th heavenly birthday. Amy brings a very important perspective to our board and we are honored to share her beautiful & poignant
Personalized Santa Videos
The Perfect Unique & FUN gift for the holidays! Santa Claus needs to stay healthy for his important season of gift-giving, so he’ll be keeping his distance leading into the holiday season; but he’s still setting aside time for his friends at Wishes & More to film Personalized Santa Video Messages to kids, families or
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Anella
When Anella was born, she appeared to be a happy and healthy little girl. However, as she aged, it became apparent that something was seriously wrong. A visit to the neurologist became the first of many appointments searching for a diagnosis to explain the seizures, vision loss, and lack of development in this precious child.
Cole
When his family first found Wishes & More, Cole was in extremely poor health due to a traumatic birth with only 25% of the blood needed in his body. His parents anticipated receiving a memorial grant instead of a wish fulfillment. Despite the poor prognosis for their child, they remained hopeful and continued to see him through
Julie
Fifteen-year-old Julie is an outgoing, but quiet, young lady who suffers from a serious genetic disorder resulting in fragile & brittle bones; it also confines her to a wheelchair. Julie is a “family” girl and her condition also restricts her from participating in activities that are an important part of her family’s culture. Every weekend
Wishes & More Chili Cook-Off
Join us at the Wishes & More Chili Cook-off at Torg Brewery in Spring Lake Park! Schedule of Events: 4:30-7pm: Chili tasting, silent auction and games. Q & A with Torg’s Brew Master, Deb Torgerson. 6:30pm: Announcement of Chili Cook-off Winners and prizes 6:45pm: Auction Closes 7pm: Entertainment follows featuring Broken Spoke Online registration
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Wishes & More Celebration Day at Valleyfair
Join us as we celebrate the families and kids we’ve served since 2005! We are inviting all of our wish and memorial families to enjoy a day at Valleyfair on August 25th and have a special price for all of our donors and volunteers to join in the fun as well.
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Breakfast with Santa – December 14
This event is SOLD OUT! Please note that there are no additional reservations available at this time; however, if you would like to be added to the waiting list in case of a last minute cancellation, please call the office 763-502-1500. Thank you! Santa Claus is coming to Acapulco Mexican Restaurant in New Brighton on Saturday,
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Christopher
Having one child with serious medical conditions is hard to imagine but this family has two and we’re happy to provide a wish for both of them! You may remember Christopher’s sister, Elizabeth, who received a wish to go on a cruise with her mom and sisters last year. Now it’s Christopher’s turn to
Kendal
Kendal is a sweet 2-year-old who has been bravely fighting Leukemia her whole life. She and her twin sister, Kenedi, were both diagnosed with AML when they were 3 months old and their family was elated when their girls made it into remission. In early 2017, the family was in process of a move from
Kip
Kip is a sweet, smiley four-month-old who was born with a fused esophagus and trachea. The first months of Kip’s life were torturous for Kip’s family as he underwent an unsuccessful surgery shortly after birth. Kip was quite a little fighter though and the next step was to have emergency surgery in Boston. Mom &
De’Layah
At only three years old, De’Layah has already had her fair share of challenges with liver disease. Regardless of her health challenges De’Layah is a happy and bubbly kid. She loves the color pink, Mickey and Minnie Mouse, Winnie the Pooh, and playing with her toys. There was no other place De’Layah would rather go
Nora
Precious, little, five-month-old Nora started life being treated for pulmonary hypertension but she continued to grow and develop and her smiles captured the hearts of her loving parents. She was doing very well and growing up way too quickly for mom & dad, when suddenly and tragically, she suffered a stroke. Doctors told her grief-stricken
Tana
At seven years old Tana is unable to speak, walk or eat on her own. Tana has Cerebral palsy, epilepsy and an undiagnosed syndrome. Although it is hard for Tana to communicate, she is never short of smiles and enjoys holding the hands of those close to her. Tana delights in being by water and
Noah
Noah is a very energetic and loving 14 -year-old who enjoys being outdoors and spending time with his six brothers and sisters. Noah is fighting an uphill battle with Hodgkin’s Lymphoma, a rare cancer that affects the immune system. Because being home with family is where Noah is happiest, Wishes & More® fashioned the ultimate
Elijah
5-year-old Elijah is a little rascal! He loves playing with his superhero action figure toys, eating pizza and spending time with his family. Elijah has Arthrogryposis, a condition that affects his joints and limits their movement, but he doesn’t let it slow him down or take away his joyful attitude. His special wish request was
Maya
Maya’s Thanksgiving was especially happy in 2014. Her wish was to have a holiday with relatives in California and we made sure her sweet wish came true. She enjoyed Thanksgiving with her aunt and other relatives in sunny Chatsworth, California! This little seven-year-old girl struggles with a very rare brain formation disorder called Lissencephaly. She