With the disruption and ongoing uncertainty of Covid-19, Make-A-Wish Australia now has more than 800 seriously ill children waiting for their wish to come true, which is more than ever before.
To help make these wishes become a reality, for a second consecutive year, guests and crew of Hungry Jack’s can donate to Make-A-Wish by purchasing Wishmaker Stars ($1, $2 and $5) at any Hungry Jack’s location or online during March until April 4.
Botanic Ridge Mother Diane Gluyas, mother of former Wish recipient, 11-year-old Shayla, is encouraging everyone to get behind Wishmaker month this March to help raise much needed funds to for Make-A-Wish Australia.
Now in remission for Acute Lymphoblastic Leukaemia, Shayla had her wish granted in 2019.
“Shayla’s wish was a magical experience for our family,” Ms Gluyas said. “We visited the Gold Coast because Shayla, who was born during winter, wanted to have her birthday party in summer.
“We often talk about the wish memories and how grateful we are.
“Our family is now in a position where we can now give back to Make-A-Wish and help other families experience the amazing things that we’ve experienced.
The experience of a wish can help renew a sick child’s sense of purpose.
Ms Gluyas said that her families’ experience was no different
“After everything our family has been through, it was so lovely to see Shayla so happy when her wish came true.
“I don’t think people realise the stress on relationships and family having a seriously ill child can create.
Having a wish granted is priceless.
CEO of Make-A-Wish Australia, Sally Bateman, the need for community support is greater than ever before.
“With no government funding, Make-A-Wish relies on the incredible generosity and support from the community to make wishes possible,” said Ms Bateman.
“We hope by sharing Shayla’s story, we can highlight the lasting impact that wishes have on seriously ill children and their families.”
Make-A-Wish Australia has been supporting Australian children in the community for over 36 years.
To donate to Make-A-Wish Australia this March, purchase a $1, $2 or $5 Wishmaker star in-store at any Hungry Jack’s, via the Hungry Jack’s App or online: order.hungryjacks.com.au/ .
Wishmaker stars are available until April 4.
All proceeds from Wishmaker stars sold at Hungry Jack’s go to Make-A-Wish Australia.
Hungry Jack’s has restaurants in Hallam, Clyde North, Cranbourne North, Berwick and Fountain Gate.
For more information on the Hungry Jack’s Wishmaker campaign, please visit: hungryjacks.com.au/community/wishmaker-2022
