At Make-A-Wish, we believe that a child’s emotional well-being is integral in their physical fight against a critical illness. With the hope of a wish, children fighting critical illnesses discover renewed motivation and optimism for brighter days ahead. Like Addie, whose wish to give her community a youth cancer support network offered connection and community to her peers also fighting cancer. “Going through treatment, that’s what I needed most. I wanted to help teens feeling alone or feeling like there are no other teens out there going through this.” – Addie 💙 Learn more this Mental Health Awareness Month: wish.org/mental-health-month (fb)

May is Oncology Nursing Month, and we’re proud to honor the heroes in scrubs who help make wishes possible. At Make-A-Wish New Jersey, we have the privilege of working alongside incredible oncology nurses who go above and beyond for the children and families they serve. These compassionate professionals aren’t just caregivers—they are advocates, listeners, encouragers, and often the first to plant the seed of hope by introducing families to the power of a wish. To every oncology nurse: thank you for your tireless dedication, your steady hands, and your hearts full of compassion. Your role in our mission is invaluable, and your impact lasts far beyond the hospital walls. (fb)