A wish can teach a sick child that anything is possible, even the future. Every day, children who are fighting for their lives make that life-altering decision about what is their one true wish. And Make-A-Wish is always there to turn their innocent dreams into unforgettable realities.In Hawaii, between 40 and 50 wishes are granted each year. At any given time, there are between 15 and 20 wishes pending.The most popular wish is for a trip to Disney World in Orlando, Florida; 75% of the wish children ask to "meet Mickey Mouse." Other popular wishes include computers, shopping sprees, celebrity meetings and trips to visit relatives in other sites around the world.
Wishes Granted
Lucas, like most five year olds, is very interested in Disney. So, when asked what he wanted for his wish, he requested one of the most popular wish destinations...Disney World. Lucas and his family spent Spring Break in sunny Florida visiting the various Disney theme parks and meeting the many Disney characters. They had opportunity to enjoy the neighboring attractions, as well. The family was incredibly moved by the kindness and generosity of the staff and volunteers at Give Kids the World and mentioned that everyone recognized the Make-A-Wish logo and treated Lucas fabulously. Thanks to the generosity of sponsor Pacific Rebekah Lodge IOOF, Lucas and his family enjoyed the wish of a lifetime.