testimonials

wish trips
A group of people smiling and standing outside at a backyard party with large dark green trees and a house behind them.
“This is an amazing organization and if anyone ever needs a friend to talk to, hang out with or you need a extra volunteer for ANYTHING don’t hesitate to reach out, I have a ARMY behind me that can support you all with love, support, or volunteers! Love to all!”
- adam, wish dad
Woman taking selfie of her and her family sitting next to each other for a show.
“What a great time. Thank you for getting us out. We have been dealing with the school system for my son’s IEP now for the last month. Every week. Something. Plus 4/5 appointments on top of that. This was a great time for us to re-group as a family. Thanks thanks thanks.”
- holly, wish mom
Family standing in front of entrance of Disney World with large pumpkin statues and garden in the background.
“With a whirlwind of emotions, we were sent to Disney to meet “Nemo” and “Jack Skeleton” almost 5 years ago. It still is one of our most precious memories. Our wish was made possible by all your generosity and our entire family got to go! I still get emotional thinking about it!”
- melanie, wish mom
Mother and her child smiling looking down at animated Tinkerbell with Cinderella's blue and rose pink castle and masses of people walking in the background.
“Mariana always talks about her wish trip. I will always always always be ever so grateful for A Wish Come True - ALL OF YOU who made all the worries go away for a week! Seeing my daughter make her star then the star viewing - I will remember I was crying. Just so many beautiful memories Mari will always have. I will never forget all the fun we had! We loved GKTW and AWCT!”
- stacey, wish mom
Young girl in yellow princess dress smiling with Cinderella's blue and rose pink castle and masses of people walking in the background.
“Thank you so much for sending me and my family to GKTW! I had so much fun visiting all the theme parks as well as the places in the village. My favorite things were the nightly events and meeting characters in the Magic Kingdom especially Peter Pan (who I visited twice)! It was truly a wonderful experience, and I am extremely grateful that I was given this opportunity to go.”
- rylie, wish child
Family wearing New York Yankee shirts wrapping their arms around each other smiling in a convention room with dark gray walls.
“Dear AWCT, The Napolillo Family, and all supporters, It is extremely difficult to put into words the unbelievable journey we faced the past year supporting and caring for our beautiful son/brother through our worst nightmare. One thing that has surely helped to carry us through has been the love, kindness, and the generosity of those who wanted to spread some light on our darkest of days. We experienced an incredible trip to NY as a family that gave us time to be grateful to be together and see and do things we hadn’t imagined. Thank you to each and every one of you for your part in making this such an amazing experience. We are eternally grateful.”
- Rebecca and Nelson, Wish Parents
Family of four wearing Providence College attire taking picture with a dalmation dog mascot with a crowd of people sitting in the background.
“Thank you so much for an incredible trip for our family. We had the most magical time! We made so many wonderful memories at Give Kids the World and at the many parks we visited. It was a tremendous opportunity for our family to relax and enjoy each other’s company. We thank you all so very much for giving us this fabulous experience. We are all still smiling from the fun we had. We will hold onto the great memories and look back at them with such happiness. We are so appreciative. Thank you!”
- rochelle and randy, Wish Parents
recreational events
Four children smiling and standing outside a brightly colored circus tent.
"Thank you so much for a fun night out at the Flip Circus! Maddison her brother and cousins had so much fun and great laughs and memories made!”
- alexandria, wish mom
A smiling woman and a girl holding balloons stand in a diner with checkered flooring and red stools.
“Thank you so much for such a fun celebration at KC Burgers in Seekonk!  We had a blast and enjoyed great food and company to celebrate our birthday girl. We appreciate the Cerrone’s hospitality and accommodating our group."
- rochelle, wish mom
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