Wishes Granted
Wishes are the cornerstone that the Make-A-Wish Foundation® of Mississippi was founded on and we work hard to make sure that every wishes comes true. Wishes can be small or large, simple or elaborate, but they are all important and full of hope, strength and joy!
Below are some wishes that we’ve helped grant in Mississippi!
Local Wish Stories
“I wish to go on a shopping spree!”
T.J., Age 16
02/23/13
Terron “T.J.”, 16, of Crystal Springs lives with ALL (acute lymphoblastic leukemia). When the opportunity for a wish came about, T.J. chose to go on a shopping spree so that he could get a few of his favorite things Read More
“I wish to have a puppy.”
De'Marcus, Age 10
October 29, 2012
A boy and his dog-- one of the strongest bonds there are. Now, De'Marcus has a puppy of his own, and a new friend and a partner in his fight. Read More
Brandon, Age 15
September 29, 2012
It started out with a reveal at Burgers and Blues and ended up with Brandon rocking out on drums during his surpise wish trip to Guitar Center! Read More
- “I wish to have a shopping spree!”
Kioni, Age 6
07/28/12
Away from hospitals, treatments, and doctors, Kioni wanted a day of fun and freedom. Thanks to her volunteers and local stores in Meridian, this six year old was able to shop, shop, shop! Read More
“I wish to go to Disney World”
Cayleigh, Age 3
April 28, 2012
Ever since she could remember, 3 year-old Cayleigh from Brandon has adored the Disney character Tinkerbell. Before she knew it, she was headed to Disney to meet ALL her favorite stars! Read More
“I wish to go to the Dominican Republic!”
Madison, Age 12
Madison, 12 Read More
The amazing folks at Cruisin' the Coast raised $22,500 this year through a raffle for a 1970 Chevelle SS 396...that's enough to grant 3 wishes! The next raffle will be in 2011 for a 1962 Chevrolet Impala.
