Wishes Granted

Here are just a few of the over 1,500 wishes Wishes Can Happen has granted over the past 35 years!

Dennis

DJ was determined that no one would treat him differently and that he was going to win the fight against cancer. A beloved only child, his mom and dad agreed that they would try…

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Donchae

Donchae and his siblings had always wanted to meet Mickey and the other Disney characters. Wishes Can Happen made it a reality! In coordination with Give Kids the World, Donchae's family traveled to the resort…

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Drayke

You know the song, “A Dream is a Wish Your Heart Makes . . . “

...well, it couldn’t have been more true for this little family who had the wish of a lifetime. Wearing…

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Dylan

Dylan's wish was to have a special player experience with his favorite team - the Cleveland Cavaliers. While Dylan had interactions with Larry Nance, Jr., during the course of his treatment, Nance promised him once…

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Dylan

Dylan was happy to share his wish with his little brother and two sisters. None of them had ever flown before, so it was a very exciting time! After checking in with the…

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Eli

Born with multiple heart defects causing congestive heart failure and numerous surgeries, Wishes Can Happen heard that this family was hoping to take their kids to Disney. We got in touch, and off they…

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Elise

Elise loves all the Disney princesses, but especially Moana. Moana was thrilled to bundle up on a cold day in January to come to Ohio to tell Elise all about her upcoming wish. …

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Elliott

Just two years after doing a wish for her brother, Benny, Elliott's health deteriorated. We did a rush wish prior to her receiving a bone marrow transplant and arranged an amazing outing for this…

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Emanuel

Lovers of nature and the outdoors, Emanuel and family chose to drive to their wish destinations in Georgia to enjoy the beautiful colors of Fall. They enjoyed 4 nights at beautiful Skidaway State Park…

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Emersyn

Emersyn's wish required a lot of pre-planning and care due to her complex medical situation. Working closely with her parents and healthcare team, we were able to make it happen for this very deserving…

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Emily

Emily is the sweetest 7-year-old with the biggest smile. Her wish was to see Mickey and Minnie, her two favorite characters. Emily along with her mom and dad and two siblings went to Disney, Universal…

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Emily

Princess Emily:

Emily's wish was simple – ""A birthday party, please,"" said the soft spoken little girl. Wishes Can Happen turned her special day into a Grand Ball where she was crowned a true ""Princess.""

The scroll…

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Emma

Emma is the sweetest and kindhearted girl. Before her accident, Emma loved cheerleading and helping the younger cheerleaders and was very involved in charity work and her school. Her wish was to go to Corolla…

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Emmeline

Emmeline's wish takes her and family to Disney!

Wishes Can Happen sent 11 year old Emmeline and her five brothers and sisters to Disney for her special wish. Diagnosed with an inoperable brain tumor earlier this…

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Ethan

A standout in football, Ethan’s size made him a worthy opponent.

Cancer didn’t knock him down for long. Sailing through his treatments to a quick remission, Ethan is now cancer free. Ethan is a well-spoken young…

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Ethan

Diagnosed at a young age with a rare condition that causes multiple tumors in his brain, Ethan has been through so much . . . and his condition is progressive. Among many things that…

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Evan

Evan loved EVERY SINGLE THING about his wish. Just look at that smile on that face – is there any doubt at all? After having gone through many scary and painful procedures due to his…

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Evan

THIS IS WHAT WE DO: THANK YOU FOR BEING A HERO TO LOCAL KIDS! Evan was diagnosed with an inoperable brain tumor last year and has fought valliantly ever since. Originally paralyzed on…

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Evangeline

The "just right" time had come for Evangeline to choose a wish after undergoing A LOT due to a brain tumor. Evangeline is a very thoughtful girl, and it was important to her parents that…

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Everleigh

Wishes Can Happen is beyond thrilled to have granted Everleigh's wish. A beautiful family, all of them, and our one wish was that every day of her wish was beautiful - and it was!…

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Evie

Evie was born with a condition that requires constant, round-the-clock care. Her sparkling eyes draw you in, and her smile and personality warm your heart! The details of her wish trip simply delighted her, and…

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Faith

Faith had more than a little faith that Wishes Can Happen could make her wish come true!

She dreamed of attending the American Music Awards in Hollywood with her parents and best friend. With…

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Fermina (Mina)

Fermina (Mina) fought brain cancer once, and is now dealing with a relapse. Even with all she has been through, this ornery little girl with the most expressive eyes is going strong! Now,…

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Finnegan

Finnegan couldn’t stop smiling, no way – no how, and a wonderful time was had by this little family at Give Kids the World.

Earning his mouse ears early in the trip, “Finn” enjoyed the sunshine…

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Gabi

A princess at heart, Gabi wanted to go to California Disney and meet as many as possible.

An honor student battling a rare brain tumor, Gabi carefully planned her trip so that she wouldn’t miss a…

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Gabriel

Diagnosed with a very rare condition that requires Gabriel to have a liver transplant, his family wanted to experience his wish prior to the surgery. Starting with a special invitation into the cockpit of…

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Gabrielle

Gabi is a fun loving young lady that has had a life full of health problems. Her wish - a NYC Girl's Weekend - was the BOMB. Not only did she have a…

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Gabrielle

All County Limo picked up Gabby, as well as her mom, dad and younger sister on 8/30/25. Wish Granter John McIntosh and wife Carla accompanied them on the trip to Boardman stores. Arriving 20 minutes…

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Garret

Garett is a very sweet soul who was granted a wish trip to Disney and all the other parks that put Florida on the map. As soon as the family arrived at Disney, Garret…

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Grace

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