Make-A-Wish New Jersey

Today is World Duchenne Awareness Day. If you know a child with DMD, they may be eligible for a wish. Learn more: nj.wish.org/refer.💙🎮

Did you know that you can be a part of the magic at the Samuel & Josephine Plumeri Wishing Place? Recognize a friend or loved one or commemorate a special event with a beautiful brick placed in our patio overlooking our tranquil grounds or choose a tree located on our majestic campus. Visit nj.wish.org/brickandtree to learn more!🌲🏰

From all of us at Make-A-Wish New Jersey, we wish you a safe & happy Labor Day!

Thank you to the Limo Association of New Jersey for hosting a great night of fun and networking this past May at II Tulipano in Cedar Grover. Together with their members, guests and sponsors, the event raised $7,500 for Make-A-Wish New Jersey! These funds will be used to grant the wish of a local child battling a critical illness. Thank you LANJ for your support and to Joe Gulino, Mike Rose and Barry Trabb for visiting us here at the Wishing Place!

It’s National Beach Day!! Shout out to all our Wish Kids who have declared their wish to visit a beach because like many of us, they know they will find peace and calm on those sandy shores, with crashing waves, and vibrant marine life. As summer winds down, grab your sunscreen, your beach towel, and your favorite beach read, and like our wish kids, head to the nearest beach to celebrate National Beach Day in style.

Last week, our dear friends Fedway Associates hosted their first charity softball tournament, Summer Slam 2024, played at TD Bank Park, home of the @Somerset Patriots. Three teams battled it out while raising funds for Make-A-Wish New Jersey and the wish kids & families we serve. $6,000 was donated to help move our mission forward. Thank you Fedway Associates for your continued and unwavering support year round!

Planning your fall activities? Athletic events, lemonade stands, and birthday fundraisers are great ways to make wishes come true for kids like Ethan! Set up your online fundraiser today at nj.wish.org/wishyourway.

Every year, Big I New Jersey presents Make-A-Wish New Jersey with a donation to help us move our mission forward to make wishes come true for children battling critical illnesses right here in New Jersey. This year’s golf outing raised $29,000 and the Big I NJ Board of Directors presented our team this generous donation at a recent board meeting. Thank you to Michael Razze and Maria Keegan and the entire Board for your continued support and dedication!

Thomas had a special wish to have a St. Bernard. We made his wish come true by delivering the puppy to his mom who surprised Thomas at the hospital with his new puppy. Thomas was feeling well enough to leave his hospital room, and his family enjoyed a lovely time outside with pizza and playing with their new friend. On this National Dog Day, we are sending some joy to Thomas and to “Hunter” - his new puppy!

Together, we create life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses.🌟Help us make every wish come true at nj.wish.org.