Each child has a story. No matter what his or her situation, it's amazing how a simple wish - from meeting a celebrity to taking a trip to Disneyland - can inspire so much hope, so much life, in so many otherwise weakened faces.

But such an amazing feat demands an equally astounding amount of teamwork and planning. At Make-A-Wish®, our work is to turn a child's wish into something miraculous. With the support of our community, we may spur the hope that inspires recovery.

Your support goes a long way to make this dream a reality. Not only does your support reach the lives of children with life-threatening illnesses, it also positively affects their families and friends - virtually the entire community.

Your business will also improve with your support of Make-A-Wish. Studies show that consumers have more confidence in companies who support a cause they care about. Many would even switch brands or pay more for products produced by a socially-aligned company. Furthermore, employees say they feel better about working for a company that gives something back to the community.

And because these donations remain local, your support will help grant the fondest wish of a sick child in our area. That's something we can all feel good about.

For additional information, contact our Development Office at 800.548.5058 or e-mail info@mo.wish.org