Recent News

Fraud Alert Please be advised that the Make-A-Wish Foundation does not participate in sweepstakes activities, chain letters or telemarketing of any kind. Read more about these scams and what you can do if you suspect you have been a victim of one of these scams.

Samuel & Josephine Plumeri Wishing Place The Make-A-Wish Foundation of New Jersey has granted over 6,400 wishes for children battling life-threatening medical conditions. Now, we have made our own wish: to construct A Wishing Place where children from all parts of the State will come to imagine the impossible and begin their magical wish journey. Read More

Upcoming Events

• Lead East
  Date: September 05, 2010
  Time: All Day

  This is the world’s biggest 50’s party! Lead East is renowned and unchallenged as THE BEST Oldies Nostalgia weekend anywhere! They offer an indoor and outdoor, day and night lineup of non-stop activities unmatched anywhere — Sock Hops, Drive-In Movies, Cruising, Jitterbug and Swing Dancing, Doo Wop A Cappella, Prom Night, and MORE!

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• Make-A-Wish Beach Ball
  Date: September 18, 2010
  Time: 6:00pm-10:00pm

  Do not miss this fun filled evening packed with a food tasting from over 40 of the Jersey Shore’s greatest restaurants, live entertainment and a silent auction!

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Supporters

• Legacy of Wishes

  We are thrilled to announce that the Make-A-Wish Foundation of New Jersey has launched our first ever planned giving recognition society. The Legacy of Wishes Society allows us to honor those who have taken the step of including the foundation in their long-term plans through a bequest provision, life-income gift, or other deferred giving arrangement.  Read More

• ESPN's “My Wish” Series Highlights Sports Wishes

  For the fifth straight year, ESPN presents its critically acclaimed series, with five wish kids enjoying unforgettable sports experiences with their favorite athletes.  Read More