Maine - For a child with a life-threatening medical condition, the road ahead can seem very daunting. Thanks to the help of so many caring individuals, more children who find themselves in this difficult place will have a chance to see their wish come true. The Make-A-Wish® Maine chapter recently held its Walk For Wishes® events in six locations across the state, and saw immense support. With donations totaling over $42,000, Make-A-Wish, the people of Maine showed their generosity yet again.
The Rockland community has been a strong supporter of Make-A-Wish, and has showed their dedication yet again this year. Make-A-Wish held its Walk For Wishes in Rockland recently, and the community raised over $9,500! It costs, on average, $6,000 to grant one wish. The OB Wish Team from Pen Bay Medical Center Team brought in the most donations, totaling over $6,000. This brings them to the WishMaker level, because the funds they raised are enough to fully fund a wish.
Teams of walkers, volunteers, and supporters raised pledges and collected donations, all with the goal of children in mind. These donations came in all shapes and sizes, ranging from one dollar bills to one thousand dollar checks. The Walk For Wishes, as well as the walkers themselves, gained support from neighbors, coworkers, friends and family in the community along with generous corporate sponsorships. The astonishing amount of encouragement and support they received was vital to the success of this critical fundraiser.
The Walk For Wishes event was held in Portland, Saco, Rockland, Bangor, Dennysville, and Auburn. With the helpful support of all involved, the Make-A-Wish® Maine chapter is now set for seven more wishes.
Every five days, on average, a wish is granted to a child in Maine. Since the chapter opened its doors in 1992, they have granted the wishes of over 1,000 children with life-threatening medical conditions. Wishes can include anything from a family trip to Hawaii, to meeting a favorite singer. The Foundation’s primary goal is to provide a child and his or her family a break from the storm they are facing, and provide hope, strength, and joy.
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