Make-A-Wish New Jersey

🌟 Together, we create life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses.
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[Make-A-Wish New Jersey @wishnj]

#Juneteenth reminds us to honor freedom, hope and possibility. That spirit feels especially meaningful alongside #WorldSickleCellDay & Elijah’s story of creativity, strength and imagining what comes next.
“[My wish] makes me feel stronger, smarter and happier.” – Elijah 💙

[Make-A-Wish New Jersey @wishnj]

Thank you to Raymond of New Jersey who adopted Cyrus’ wish to go to Japan🏯

Last week, the team threw Cyrus a Japanese-inspired wish reveal party here at the Wishing Place to celebrate with him and share the details of his upcoming wish trip✨

[Make-A-Wish New Jersey @wishnj]

In May, 39 children across New Jersey experienced the life-changing power of a wish. Some of those wishes included trips to destinations like Paris and Japan, a camper and a pool🌟

Additionally, our volunteers spent more than 350 hours of their time dedicated to our mission💙

[Make-A-Wish New Jersey @wishnj]

WISH GRANTED!
When asked what he wished for, Alain knew he wanted to have his own barbershop right in his room! ✂️
Now, he has a space where he can express his creativity and enjoy doing what he loves most. From the chair to the clippers, every detail was designed just for him💙

[Make-A-Wish New Jersey @wishnj]

🌟 WISH KID WEDNESDAY 🌟
Meet Avery—she loves princesses. When asked what she wished for, she chose to go to @WaltDisneyWorld & meet the princesses. Avery enjoyed a princess-filled adventure👑🏰 Her mom shared it was a needed break from doctor visits & cherished family time💙

[Make-A-Wish New Jersey @wishnj]

What a night ✨
From powerful wish stories to moments of pure joy, our 2026 Gala was a celebration of what’s possible when a community comes together.
Because of you, we can continue creating life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses across New Jersey. 💙

[Make-A-Wish New Jersey @wishnj]

This Memorial Day, we remember and honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country.
Today, we pause in gratitude for their courage and the freedoms we cherish because of them. ❤️🤍💙

[Make-A-Wish New Jersey @wishnj]

Wednesday night was extraordinary! Together we celebrated the power of a wish and the community making it possible. From meaningful moments with wish kids to surprises and generosity, the Make-A-Wish NJ 2026 Gala presented by Russo Development reflected hope, strength and joy🌟💙

[Make-A-Wish New Jersey @wishnj]

Thank you to Bank of America for their support through the Hopewell Golf Outing! ⛳💙The event raised more than $35,000 to support our mission! We’re grateful for your partnership & commitment 🌟

[Make-A-Wish New Jersey @wishnj]

Thank you to The Faith Hope Love Foundation for supporting our mission through their First Annual Gala! 🎉🌟 Your $10,000 donation helps turn hope into reality and makes a difference in the lives of children battling critical illnesses here in New Jersey💙

[Make-A-Wish New Jersey @wishnj]

✨WISH KID WEDNESDAY✨
Wish Kid Avery traveled all the way across the WORLD for her wish to Japan! Ever since she was a young girl she has been in love with the Japanese culture 🏯 As soon as Avery and her family landed, she burst into tears of joy excited for her adventure! 💙

[Make-A-Wish New Jersey @wishnj]

Join us this Mother’s Day as we honor all the incredible wish moms. We are inspired by your strength, poise and courage. On this day, and every day, we celebrate you and we thank you for being our wish kids’ fiercest champions✨

[Make-A-Wish New Jersey @wishnj]

🌟 April Recap🌟
In April, we granted 55 wishes! From trips to destinations like Japan and Hawaii—to wishes for a companion like a puppy, our wish kids inspire us every day 💙 Thank you to our volunteers, who spent 550+ hours dedicating their time to our mission!

[Make-A-Wish New Jersey @wishnj]

🌟 WISH GRANTED 🌟
Valeria wished for a 10th birthday party here at The Wishing Place surrounded by friends and family and full of butterflies and flowers🦋🌼 We can’t stop smiling seeing the photos from her special day. Happy Birthday AND Wish Day, Valeria💙
#WishKidWednesday

[Make-A-Wish New Jersey @wishnj]

This spring, our friends at South Brunswick PBA 166 raised $8,500 through their charity hockey game “GOALS FOR WISHES” 🏒 We can’t thank them enough for spreading awareness about our mission and helping to grant more wishes for children battling a critical illness here in NJ✨

[Make-A-Wish New Jersey @wishnj]

Today, on #WorldWishDay, we teamed up with our friends at The Learning Experience to surprise 6-year-old Aurora—who wished to have a princess tea party in @waltdisneyworld! Today, Aurora learned HER WISH IS GRANTED✨
We’re grateful for our partnership with TLE 💙 worldwishmonth

[Make-A-Wish New Jersey @wishnj]

Today is #WorldWishDay! On this day, we honor Chris, whose wish sparked a global movement – & celebrate the hope, strength & joy that wishes continue to bring to children & families in our community. 💙 Become a #WishMaker in honor of World Wish Day: https://t.co/Z1B2iDI8m9

[Make-A-Wish New Jersey @wishnj]

🌟 TOMORROW IS THE BIG DAY! 🌟 It's the final countdown – Walk & Roll For Wishes presented by Pop's Coffee Shop is TOMORROW at @americandream. It’s not too late to register – visit https://t.co/ETWJGZBbpt to learn more. See you there! 💙

[Make-A-Wish New Jersey @wishnj]

👟 2 Days to Go! 👟 We're down to the final 48 hours before our Walk & Roll For Wishes takes center stage at @AmericanDream! Presented by Pop's Coffee Shop, come join us for a celebration of World Wish Month and help us grant more wishes: https://t.co/ETWJGZBbpt 💙

[Make-A-Wish New Jersey @wishnj]

🌟 Can you believe the Walk & Roll For Wishes presented by Pop's Coffee Shop is just 3 days away? Join us Saturday to help grant more wishes for children battling critical illnesses here in the Garden State. Grab your group and register at https://t.co/ETWJGZBbpt💙