5/15 Charity of the Week - The Make A Wish Foundation.

Okay so before I announce our first ever charity of the week, let me answer some questions.

1] You're posting this on a Friday? But it's supposed to be the charity of the week.
Thank you anonymous questioner, I have a well supported answer to this. The reason I am posting the charity of the weeks on Friday is because everyone is free of school. Let's face it - you may not have time to check the website in the middle of the week. So the first thing I want you to see is the charity of the week, when you do come on. It's very important to know some charities. You know, open your eyes a little.

2] What types of charities are you doing?
Everything. You'll be surprised what there are charities for.

Anyway, back to the first official charity of the week.
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I wanted to start with one we all know, but may not know fully so our first charity of the week is . . . .

The Make-A-Wish Foundation!

Opening in 1980 the Make-A-Wish Foundation was founded when Chris Greicus, a very young boy, realized he wanted to be a police office. The Make-A-Wish Foundation has spread smiles to kids who have very serious life-threatening medical conditions. Their mission is to make a life changing effect on a child who's life is being threatened.

The Make-A-Wish foundation is probably one of the most widely known and universal charities. And as their website states: "As the Foundation continues to mature, its mission will remain steadfast. Wish children of the past, present and future will have an opportunity to share the power of a wish."

1] How do they grant wishes?
All the information you could ever think of is on their website (wish.org) however, I shall list the process here.

Step 1: Referral
Children who have not been granted a wish from another company are eligible. Parents, friends, and medical professionals all are able to refer someone to this organization.

Step 2: Medical eligibility
They have a lot of company doctors who access the child's medical records. The child must be in a very life-threatening position (the child does not have to die - many live on after the wish is granted - but they must be diagnosed with something life threatening).

Step 3: Finding the true wish
In order to find out the wish, the Make-A-Wish Foundation sends a team to talk to the child to find out what they really want.

Step 4: Creating joy
The team builds an entire occasion around their wish. It's an unforgettable experience that effects everyone.

2] Does New Jersey have a Make-A-Wish Chapter?
Yes we do. All information is on the website (wish.org) but then again I will post it here.

Make-A-Wish Foundation® of New Jersey
Serves the entire state of New Jersey Web site: nj.wish.org
1034 Salem Road
Union, NJ 07083
Phone: (908) 964-5055
Fax: (908) 964-0082
Toll Free: (800) 252-9474
E-Mail: jersey@wishnj.org

Well that is the end of the first charity of the week. Next week is a good one - believe me! Have a great weekend guys.

Remember go on http://www.wish.org/ for more information!

Your Editor,
Alexia.