Blackfoot Boy Gets to Make a Wish

idahowish — Mon, 21 Jul 2008 16:18:30 +0000

A 15-year-old boy was able to have his dreams come true today, all thanks to the Make-A-Wish Foundation.
http://www.kpvi.com/global/story.asp?s=8704989

Walk for Wishes!

idahowish — Wed, 18 Jun 2008 15:28:08 +0000

The first annual Walk for Wishes was a success! Check out this site for some great highlights!!

Make-a-Wish Walk for Wishes Brings Joy for Suffering Children

Click this link to read a wonderful story!

idahowish — Fri, 02 May 2008 16:54:22 +0000

http://www.chron.com/disp/story.mpl/nb/fortbend/news/5729487.html

The Joy of Being a Make-A-Wish Intern

idahowish — Fri, 02 May 2008 16:52:48 +0000

Sadly enough, today is my last day with Make-A-Wish as an employee, but I will continue my involvement as a volunteer! Little did I know going into my last semester as a Marketing Major at Boise State that I would be interning for a non-profit organization like Make-A-Wish. Taking every up, down, and in and out that this job has provided, what a joy my job has been! I am truly blessed to have had the opportunity to get involved with such an amazing organization with the mission to grant wishes to children with life-threatening medical conditions.

I’ve enjoyed my time here and all that I have learned about non-profit organizations and the work and effort Make-A-Wish puts in to making the money that provides the wishes to our Idaho children. Make-A-Wish is looking to grant 76 wishes this fiscal year, can you believe it!

Well, thank you to the Make-A-Wish staff and everyone that I have met and worked with during my internship here. You’ve opened my eyes to really see that giving is truly a gift!

Annika Sorenstam

idahowish — Fri, 01 Feb 2008 19:41:00 +0000

Check out this cool wish!

http://www.lpga.com/content_1.aspx?pid=13973&mid=2

Jesse’s Wish

idahowish — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 16:46:59 +0000

17-year-old Jesse, from Nampa, was diagnosed in September 2004 with acute lymphoblastic leukemia and began an extensive treatment regimen spanning nearly 2 years. On Sunday, January 6th Jesse’s most heartfelt wish or restoring his truck came true. Like most 17-year-olds, Jesse loves to play video games and is very knowledgeable about cars. Geometry is his favorite subject in school and he is also an active member of the Columbia High School dance team.

Jesse’s original wish was to appear on the show “Overhaulin’” and to have his pickup restored by the talented star, Chip Foose. Unfortunately, circumstances did not allow that, but a plan was adopted to ask Chip to create a custom artist’s rendering for local mechanics and body shop technicians to complete the renovation. This process has involved an extraordinary number of businesses, parts dealers, and service technicians, wish granting volunteers and Make-A-Wish staff.

The original pickup cab and frame were retained, but the restoration mushroomed into virtually every other nut and bold being replaced. The pickup contains a new engine, transmission, brake system, electrical system, seats, carpet, car stereo, windows, custom paint and the crowning glory of all: Chip Foose designed custom wheels!!!

Check out this link to read Jesse’s story presented by the Idaho Press Tribune…
http://www.idahopress.com/?id=2928

KPVI Wish Kid Stories

idahowish — Wed, 09 Jan 2008 22:19:14 +0000

The 2007 Stories of Light campaign was a success! Five-year-old Becca’s wish came true as well as the wishes of 20 other Idaho children! Make-A-Wish Foundation Of Idaho sends a special thank you to all of our Stories of Light donors who helped us raise approximately $102,000. All donations will assist in granting wishes to Idaho children. Please click here to view eight out of the 20 wish kid stories produced by KPVI News Channel 6 http://www.kpvi.com/Global/category.asp?C=119154.

Thank you to our wonderful donors:

Blueline Marketing

Jodi Pierce Golf

The Porsche Club

Hayden Beverage

UAW-GM

Richard Ehrler

The Hudson Family

Todd & Cassy Lindsey

Millie & Larry Sawyer

US Bank

Idaho Power Foundation

Maeck Family Foundation

Rathbone, McReynolds & Daly

St. Luke’s Regional Medical Center

Sylvan Creek Foundation

Karen Buchanen

Copa Cattle Co

Eagle High School

John Ferguson

IDACORP Employees

Millie Larkin

Percision Mechanical & Plumbing

Ripley Doorn & Co.

Laura Stento

JoAnn & Larry Stevens

George Welborn

KBCI Channel 2

KBOI Radio

KPVI NewsChannel 6

Red Lion Hotel, Idaho Falls

Carrison Hall, ISU Campus

Lamar Companies

Unico Properties

The Studio Corp

Local News

idahowish — Mon, 17 Dec 2007 20:14:16 +0000

Treasure Valley’s 2007 Most Courageous Volunteer: Trevor Smith

The Idaho Statesman editorial board selected five people from the Treasure Valley who showed extraordinary leadership or positive influence over the past year. Because of his spirit for creating positive change and his grown-up attitude, the board selected Trevor as most courageous out of all of Treasure Valley’s some 600,000 people.

At age 18, Trevor feels lucky to have survived a brutal battle with cancer and is now committed to making the world better for other children battling similar diseases. Trevor has devoted much of his time this past year to being a volunteer and public speaker, and has launched several new projects, all in efforts to help fight cancer. He has written to Idaho and California lawmakers asking for more research funding. He has helped write a book about his life. He is a member of a newly formed organization that investigates cancer clusters and what might cause them. He is continuing to help out the Treasure Valley by being a courageous volunteer.

Trevor was granted a wish when he was 13 by Make-A-Wish Foundation and now is a very dedicated volunteer. He’s currently helping implement “Kids For Wish Kids”, a fundraising program to benefit the Make-A-Wish Foundation.

December Update!

idahowish — Mon, 17 Dec 2007 20:12:43 +0000

We are excited to announce that we just got another $5,000 sponsor for the Stories of Light campaign …

Stories of Light Launch!

idahowish — Fri, 16 Nov 2007 20:26:22 +0000

The Idaho Chapter of the Make-A-Wish Foundation would like to introduce our 20 Stories of Light blog. Here you will be able to read from children, parents, and supporters of the Make-A-Wish Foundation. Each one of the 20 Idaho Make-A-Wish children have an inspirational story to share that will warm your heart and touch your soul. These stories will be written by the actual children and parents … from their viewpoint and their experience.

The completion of a wish will be represented by lighting a building floor for each $5,000 donation received. Take the time to read these stories, comment, and pass along to others. Make a difference this holiday season by participating online and offline in the Stories of Light campaign.

Thank you!