James received his wish to go to Disney World last Fall after battling a double whammy of Hodgkin’s Lymphoma and a tumor pressing on his heart. This incredible teen proved that the Orlando area parks aren’t just for little ones, as he thoroughly enjoyed all of them – especially the Wizarding World at Universal & […]
Four-year-old Emma from Lakeville is courageously battling Retinoblastoma. Sadly, despite the efforts of her medical team they have been unsuccessful in shrinking the tumor, and she is undergoing surgery to have her eye removed this week. This young lady loves playing with her big sister, Grace. They especially love singing, dancing, dressing up & all things princesses!
Ten-month-old Faith was an incredibly loved baby who brought joy from the moment she was born. Her mother shared, “She was so smiley and happy. Music and light-up toys always got her giggling. Her older sister would sing to her and dance. We enjoyed rocking her to sleep on her harder days.” Though so little,
In February 2024, Wishes & More granted a wish for Rhys, an avid outdoorsman who feels most at home out on the water and surrounded by nature. Living with Class IV heart failure and cystic fibrosis, he’s faced more challenges than most—but that hasn’t stopped him from pursuing what he loves. Rhys’ wish was for a boat allowance and he purchased a
When we say each wish we grant is unique – we mean it! Kitt joined us at the 2026 Winter Ball, and guests were enthralled by her very specific and interesting top wishes! #1 – Visit the Disney Parks to meet Darth Vader #2 – Bring home a pet tarantula Ball guests witnessed her surprise when
Emmett was just 11 months old when his adoring parents learned that he had a terminal degenerative illness. They were devastated to hear the prognosis was that fifty percent of children with this condition do not make it to their third birthday. With the gravity of this prognosis weighing on them, his family decided to focus on
Elijah may have been born with several rare heart defects, but that hasn’t prevented him from having a heart full of love! He spent his first three months of life in the hospital, enduring several procedures to help correct his heart abnormalities, as well as a frightening cardiac arrest. His body responded perfectly after surgery, and
Sulley’s Gotcha Day was a day to remember! He came to Kinsley as her Valentine’s wish-come-true. This social and active two-year-old girl is thrilled to have a loving companion to play with after navigating life with cancer. Kinsley was diagnosed with a Wilm’s tumor and thankfully has had clear scans for a few months now!
Imagine the bittersweet heartache of having only 79 days to shower love on your beautiful baby girl. Every day that Jesse & Conlee spent loving on “Kodee” was a blessing, and they did so until she peacefully passed snuggled in her Mama and Daddy’s arms. Despite her young age and the serious health challenges she
Kay’Sen is 6 years old and has never known life without cancer and the after-effects of treatment. He was born with a cancerous lump on his neck and went through a rigorous chemotherapy regimen. Thankfully, this boy was also born strong, and he can proudly say that he has beaten cancer! His medical team keeps a
AJ’s life turned upside down at age 16 when he was diagnosed with high-grade osteosarcoma that had spread to several other bones and his lungs. This three-sport athlete wasn’t used to staying still and this devastating news marked the beginning of a long and difficult journey as he began his fight against this aggressive cancer. Despite facing unimaginable
At just four months old, Brooks was called to eternal rest, leaving behind a family who adored him beyond measure. This preemie came two months early, weighing only 2.12lbs. Diagnosed with a rare genetic condition, he faced many medical challenges, but showed immense courage and resilience throughout his journey. He found joy in simple moments
Deven has endured the unimaginable… twice. He is a 16-year-old battling osteosarcoma, a diagnosis he previously beat and has now returned. He originally chose his wish-come-true based his perpetual craving for conch, a love he discovered on a recent trip to the Bahamas. As we began planning his wish experience, we knew he needed rest
Zariah is a delicate and resilient nonverbal two-year-old with complex medical needs that require constant, around-the-clock care. Her loving mother, who is her full-time caregiver, shared that doctors didn’t expect Zariah to live as long as she has, but this strong little girl keeps fighting. Because of her fragile condition, leaving home is extremely challenging
Josiah is a curious and adventurous one-year-old who loves to grab and explore everything within his reach! Born with a rare genetic disease, he needed a bone marrow transplant to stabilize his health and enable his ability to thrive. His 3-year-old brother provided the bone marrow for a life-saving transplant for Josiah! His parents asked
Kace has a variety of unique interests, many of which continue to provide a great distraction from his diagnosis of germ cell cancer. We discovered at his wish interview that Kace’s primary interest is Japanese culture. He loves Pokémon, Japanese cuisine, and manga, and he’s even used an app to help him learn the language.
We granted Nolan’s wish just in time for the holidays! He suffered a severe traumatic brain injury at daycare just over two years ago, and his life hung in the balance. Thankfully, the quick actions of his parents brought him to the hospital, where his medical team was forced to remove a portion of his skull
Eleven-year-old Emmerson scheduled a doctor’s visit to find a reason for her significant dizziness. Her parents were shocked to discover that it was sourced to a brain tumor. It was a year ago, and since then, she’s been on a steady protocol of an incredibly difficult treatment schedule. Sadly, her latest MRI showed that the
Crue had a gift for making people smile. Though just four years old, Crue was called to eternal rest, leaving behind a family who absolutely adored him and will forever hold him close to their hearts. Although he was born with Down Syndrome and many other health conditions, he didn’t let that define him. Instead,
At a routine appointment last year, Colt’s family received the devastating news that his lazy eye was actually eye cancer. Every time he received treatment, this energetic little guy had to endure a six-hour round-trip drive to the Mayo Clinic from his home in Iowa. Can you imagine being two years old, stuck in a
This has been an incredibly tough year for 18-year-old Jayse. During the first month of the year, this teen was in the ICU with pneumonia and septic shock with a ventilator as his sidekick for 12 days. A rare genetic immune condition was the final result, but to figure it out Jayse’s immune system over-reacted
Cody has been in and out of the hospitals since he was just a toddler, experiencing multiple medical issues, including uncontrolled seizures. His complex diagnoses have continued to follow him and have affected more than just his physical body. Mom shared that his health issues have resulted in having him miss a lot of normal
Shortly after he was born, Alexander was diagnosed with Neuroblastoma during a follow-up pediatric visit, marking the beginning of a long journey for him and his family. After months of chemotherapy, they were overjoyed to learn that his tumor had shrunk, and his compromised kidney had healed! With his health improving, the family was finally able
If you’re like us, your heart cracks just a little every time you read one of our memorial stories, and this one will be no different. Writing a check for a memorial family is never easy. Behind each one is a staff, board, and donor base that cares about what that family is experiencing. A
