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Yahoo
28-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Make-A-Wish gives Norwell girl battling cancer a birthday to remember
A Norwell girl battling spinal cancer had her biggest birthday wish granted over the weekend, thanks to Make-A-Wish Massachusetts and Rhode Island. Macy Burgess will travel to Texas later this spring for a clinical trial. Since she'll be away for her birthday, her wish is to bring her family and friends together for a celebration. Make-A-Wish threw Macy an unforgettable birthday party at PLAY Boston at North Station on Sunday, bringing together 75 of her friends and family for a day of fun and memories. The 'Ultimate pink and green club experience' was tailored to Macy's requests, featuring a disco ball, light show, live DJ, chocolate fountain, tiered pink and green cake, and more. Décor for the party also included a custom photo backdrop, balloon arches, and other special touches. Macy's wish is one of over 40 wishes being granted by Make-A-Wish Massachusetts and Rhode Island during World Wish Month in April, a month of taking action in support of the Make-A-Wish mission. This is a developing story. Check back for updates as more information becomes available. Download the FREE Boston 25 News app for breaking news alerts. Follow Boston 25 News on Facebook and Twitter. | Watch Boston 25 News NOW
Business Wire
23-04-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
Benjamin Moore Celebrates World Wish Month and Proudly Joins Make-A-Wish as National Corporate Partner
MONTVALE, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Benjamin Moore, a leader in paint, color and coatings, announced its national partnership with Make-A-Wish. Benjamin Moore will support the organization with financial donations, paint provisions, volunteer hours and more over a two-year term. Room makeovers are among the most popular wishes, with more than 300 wishes granted last year alone including, but not limited to, bedrooms, sensory rooms, playrooms and more. Combining the magic of a wish with the transformative power of paint, Benjamin Moore will donate $300,000 over two years along with paint and supplies to support room transformations across communities in North America and seek to unite its network of professional painting contractors, interior designers, independent retailers and employee volunteers to help where possible. 'Benjamin Moore is honored to collaborate with Make-A-Wish in granting lifechanging wishes for children fighting critical illnesses,' said Rachel Willard-Chang, senior manager, engagement, inclusion and social impact at Benjamin Moore. 'We believe in creating safe, inclusive and accessible spaces that comfort and spark joy— and are proud to contribute to experiences that enhance each family's journey.' 'Room renovations are a popular wish request as wish kids often want a space where they can seek refuge and comfort in the midst of their fight against a critical illness,' said Jared Perry, chief revenue officer at Make-A-Wish America. 'The partnership with Benjamin Moore will not only enable us to execute these wishes with excellence, but it will also help us raise the money needed to deliver joy when it's needed most to more wish kids around the country.' As the largest wish-granting organization in the country, Make-A-Wish has granted hundreds of thousands of wishes to children battling critical illnesses. Since the beginning of this year, Benjamin Moore has helped fulfill more than 20 wishes – including Addalynn, age 9, who had her backyard transformed into a charming schoolhouse retreat to focus on her studies after being homeschooled due to her cancer diagnosis – with many more in progress for the duration of the partnership. Additionally, Benjamin Moore will feature Make-A-Wish on co-branded stir sticks available at participating local retailers nationwide. The company will also collaborate with Make-A-Wish on digital content across the Benjamin Moore website and social media channels, encouraging customers to join in their support and drive incremental donations. The partnership announcement aligns with the wish-granting organization's 'WishMakers Wanted' campaign taking place throughout April known as World Wish Month. The campaign strives to satisfy the critical need for more WishMakers – everyday heroes who take action to make wishes possible – to help Make-A-Wish achieve its goal of bringing the hope and joy of a wish to every eligible child. About Benjamin Moore Benjamin Moore, a Berkshire Hathaway company, was founded in 1883 and remains one of the world's leading paint, color and coatings brands. A manufacturer of premium quality residential and commercial coatings, Benjamin Moore maintains a relentless commitment to innovation and sustainable manufacturing practices. The portfolio spans the brand's flagship paint lines including Aura®, Regal® Select, Ben®, Ultra Spec®, Advance®, Scuff-X®, Insl-X® and more. Benjamin Moore is renowned for its more than 3,500 unmatchable colors, and its design tools and expertise for consumers and professionals alike. Benjamin Moore products are available exclusively from more than 8,500 locally owned and operated paint, decorating and hardware retailers throughout the United States, Canada and another 74 countries globally.
Associated Press
18-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Associated Press
YourUpdate TV Speaks with Make-A-Wish About World Wish Month
NEW YORK, April 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- What if YOU could change a child's life simply by sharing your unique talents, time, or resources? This April, known as World Wish Month, Make-A-Wish is urgently calling for WishMakers—everyday heroes who can help grant the heartfelt wishes of children fighting critical illnesses. From volunteers and donors to fundraisers and community partners, everyone has the power to deliver hope when it's needed most. Wishes are an important part of a child's medical journey that can lead to improved medical outcomes. Make-A-Wish needs more WishMakers because every 20 minutes, a child learns they have a critical illness. Right now, thousands of children are waiting for their wishes to be granted. Becoming a WishMaker is simple, rewarding, and life-changing—not just for wish kids and their families but for everyone involved. In this 45th anniversary year of Make-A-Wish, your audience can bring hope to children in their communities by volunteering their time, donating, fundraising, or using their talents to help wishes become reality. As long as children face devastating critical illnesses, they'll be counting on WishMakers to create the hope and strength they need to fight. Everyone is essential to making wishes come true. Become a WishMaker at About YourUpdateTV: YourUpdateTV is a property of D S Simon Media. The video included and release was part of a media tour that was produced by D S Simon Media on behalf of Make-A-Wish. Dante Muccigrosso Director of Media Integration & Client Reporting E: [email protected] C: 973.524.0104 A video accompanying this announcement is available at
Yahoo
11-04-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Teen with sickle cell disease granted wish by Make-A-Wish Program
PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — April is World Wish Month, and one Peoria teen is getting her wish granted. Sixteen-year-old Roniyah Jackson has sickle cell disease and on Friday, her Make-A-Wish was granted in the form of an all-day shopping spree at several Peoria stores. The day started for Roniyah at Walmart on University Street in Peoria. Flanked by family, she walked through the store and looked for items that most teens would like — electronics and food. It was tough but in the end, she picked out a trampoline, two sets of headphones, a new laptop, and of course, snacks for her busy day. Walk for Wishes raises money for Make-A-Wish Her mother remembers how she was brought to tears when she got the call that Roniyah was nominated for a wish through the nonprofit organization which seeks to make the lives of critically ill children better by granting their wish. 'I was so overwhelmed when I got the call. And then she . . . she didn't know. So I explained what it was,' said her mother, Sabrina Brown. 'So, I was so proud that she got nominated this year. So I'm overwhelmed for her.' Both mother and daughter spent the day enjoying the moment. They've dealt with the pain and the angst of the disease. So, taking a moment, walking through the store and getting to pick whatever Roniyah wanted was special. After Walmart, the family went to Old Navy, Target, had lunch at Olive Garden and wrapped up at Northwoods Mall. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
02-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Celebrate World Wish Month in Mississippi
RIDGELAND, Miss. (WJTV) – Make-A-Wish Mississippi will celebrate World Wish Month. An event, presented by Howard Technology Solutions, will be held at Topgolf in Ridgeland on April 30. WJTV 12 News will have exclusive media coverage of the event. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
