Orlando Charity Events You Can’t Miss!
Give back while having a blast! Make-A-Wish is proud to host some of the top Orlando charity events. From theme parks and museums to cafés, Orlando has no shortage of exciting things to do. But what if you’re looking to have a great time while giving back to the community? At Make-A-Wish® Central and […]
What Is The Give Kids The World Village?
When a child is living with a critical illness, it isn’t only their health that is affected. Every aspect of their daily life is often centered around their condition and their capabilities. This is exactly what makes the mission of Make-A-Wish Central and Northern Florida® so life changing! By granting a wish, these incredible children […]
Support Make-A-Wish With the New Disney License Plate!
Florida has more than 100 specialty license plate designs, celebrating everything from our diverse marine life to our favorite universities. Now, Florida drivers have a new option to choose from. In September of 2023, Disney released a newly redesigned specialty plate that directly benefits Make-A-Wish® Central and Northern Florida. So far, more than 40,000 cars […]
What Is the Wishmaker’s Ball?
This year marks the 30th anniversary of Make-A-Wish Central and Northern Florida® and we have some exciting things planned for our annual Wishmaker’s Ball! As our signature black-tie gala, the Wishmaker’s Ball is the culmination of 365 days of hard work, where we celebrate our amazing wish kids as well as the donors who help […]
What Can I Wish For?
Even before they are fulfilled, wishes are vital in a child’s fight against critical illness. In many cases, simply knowing that a wish is coming can give a child the strength and hope they need to continue treatment and even overcome their illness. Make-A-Wish Central and Northern Florida® wants these amazing children to know that […]
NFL Players Promote Charities With Custom Cleats
As a football fan, you love cheering on your favorite team and appreciate the players’ physical prowess on the field. But the NFL isn’t just devoted to sports; it’s also committed to making a difference in local communities. Since it was founded in 1973, the NFL Foundation has donated more than $300 million to charity […]
4th Annual Holin-Days Concert!
At Make-A-Wish Central and Northern Florida®, we love celebrating the spirit of giving during the holidays. But giving back to the community is just as important throughout the year. That’s why we find it especially heartwarming when previous wish recipients lend their voices to our mission of granting wishes for children with critical illnesses. Take […]
How To Grant a Wish
At some point, everyone has experienced what it’s like to make a wish—whether it was blowing out the candles on a birthday cake or while watching a shooting star fall from the sky. Wishes bring a special magic to our lives, even if they don’t always come true. But at Make-A-Wish® Central and Northern Florida, […]
Make-A-Wish Volunteer Opportunities in Orlando
Looking to make a difference? Here are six Make-A-Wish volunteer opportunities that you can be a part of today! Since 1994, Make-A-Wish of Central and Northern Florida has helped transform the lives of more than 7,000 critically ill children. And our amazing community of volunteers plays an instrumental role at each step in that […]
Mental Health Benefits Of a Wish
Wishes are more than a fun distraction. There are multiple mental health benefits that impact a critically ill child’s physical and emotional well-being. There are few things more terrifying than hearing your child has a life-threatening illness. In the immediate aftermath of a serious diagnosis, many parents report feeling traumatized, stressed, and overwhelmed with […]
