Make-A-Wish New Jersey Walk & Roll For Wishes

On April 29th, Make-A-Wish New Jersey will host the Walk & Roll For Wishes at American Dream in East Rutherford to raise vital funds for their mission to create life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses. Hundreds of supporters will gather for an inspirational celebration and fundraising effort as the New Jersey chapter celebrates its 40th anniversary this year.

For the past four decades, Make-A-Wish has granted over 500,000 wishes across the United States around the world, and Make-A-Wish New Jersey has granted nearly 12,000 wishes for local children with critical illnesses throughout the Garden State in its 40-year history. April 29th marks the global anniversary of the day that inspired the founding of Make-A-Wish and has become known as World Wish Day.

On World Wish Day at the Walk & Roll For Wishes at American Dream, guests and fundraising participants will enjoy a family-friendly event powered by wish families, volunteers, companies, schools, donors, and friends. The event will include a fun and interactive path inside the unique destination, food, entertainment, and an inspiring program filled with stories and testimonies of wishes come true. At the same time, the Walk & Roll For Wishes will showcase the strong community investment of local businesses, organizations, and community members, and a celebration of the entire New Jersey community that has continued to provide the essential support and vital funding needed to continue to deliver hope, strength, and joy to children with critical illnesses.

A wish creates an opportunity for hope and the ability to experience life beyond illness. In the fight against a critical illness, a wish serves as a catalyst for renewed strength and encouragement for every child and family on their journey. A wish helps kids look past their limitations, families overcome anxiety and entire communities experience joy. Wishes can even improve a child’s quality of life.

You can be a part of the life-changing power of a wish. Join us for our 2023 World Wish Day Walk & Roll For Wishes at nj.wish.org/walkandroll today.