The Walt Disney Company and Make-A-Wish celebrated a longstanding relationship on World Wish Day, the anniversary of the first wish granted in 1980. The two organizations also celebrated granting 150,000 wishes together globally.
Disney is the most-requested wish in the world, helping bring joy to children facing critical illnesses and their families.
“Disney and Make-A-Wish are a perfect match — we’re both in the business of creating happiness,” said Josh D’Amaro, Chairman of Disney Parks Experiences and Products, and Make-A-Wish America Board Member. “We also understand the transformative impact we can make on the lives of wish kids and their families. We’re thrilled to honor the history of Make-A-Wish and Disney together and look forward to creating special moments for many years to come.”
As part of the World Wish Day celebration, Disney dedicated its windows on Main Street, U.S.A. at Disneyland Park to Make-A-Wish kids around the world.
Main Street, U.S.A. windows have been dedicated to people who have made significant contributions to Disney over the past century. The new dedication will represent the special relationship Disney and Make-A-Wish have developed throughout the years.
“World Wish Day presents an opportunity to bring together the global community of supporters that makes wishes possible, and Disney has been one of our most committed and impactful supporters from the very beginning,” said Leslie Motter, Make-A-Wish America President and CEO. “It’s a testament to the passion and generosity of cast members past and present that we have reached the point where our wish families are being recognized with their very own, dedicated windows at Disneyland Resort.”
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