Meet a Make-A-Wish Champion of Hope
Brock Doubledee, DO, Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Sanford Children's is this month’s Make-A-Wish South Dakota & Montana ‘Champion of Hope’": “For the most part, I refer every patient who is eligible. I feel like, if you're eligible, you deserve to receive a wish.”
Meet a Make-A-Wish Champion of Hope
Sami Awadallah, MD, Pediatric Cardiologist, with Avera Medical Group Pediatric Specialists is this month’s Make-A-Wish South Dakota & Montana ‘Champion of Hope’": “Children with congenital heart disease are not only suffering with physical limitations. Their view of life and the world can change…”
Make-A-Wish Northeast South Dakota Event Raises Historic Funds at Annual Dinner and Auction
Make-A-Wish South Dakota & Montana is thrilled to share the record-breaking success of its recent Northeast South Dakota Dinner and Auction, an inspiring event that raised an incredible $222,284 in net proceeds which will help grant more than 20 wishes for children facing critical illnesses. This year’s success serves as a testament to the remarkable generosity of the Watertown and northeast South Dakota communities.
Meet a Make-A-Wish Champion of HOPE
Can a granted wish change the trajectory of a child’s illness? Find out why Sioux Falls pediatrician Rick Kooima refers his eligible patients to Make-A-Wish South Dakota & Montana and why he thinks others should consider it, too.
Ty Eschenbaum Foundation Contributes $100,000 to Make-A-Wish® South Dakota & Montana on World Wish Day
On Tuesday, April 29, 2025, Ty Eschenbaum made a $100,000 donation to Make-A-Wish® South Dakota & Montana on behalf of his non-profit, the Ty Eschenbaum Foundation (TEF).
Make-A-Wish Northeast South Dakota Dinner and Auction Raises Over $115,000 to Grant Wishes for Children
Make-A-Wish South Dakota & Montana is thrilled to share the record-breaking success of its recent Northeast South Dakota Dinner and Auction, an inspiring event that raised an incredible $115,466.00 in net proceeds to help grant wishes for children facing critical illnesses.
How YOU Can Help Make-A-Wish
Got extra airline miles? Here's how Make-A-Wish can make them go further in support of the region's sick children.
What Kinds of Wishes Does Make-A-Wish Grant?
Make-A-Wish South Dakota and Montana grants a wide variety of wishes every year. Here's a breakdown of some of the latest things the area's sick children are wishing for.
Meet Adaileen: A Brave Girl’s Wish for Disney Magic
Six-year-old Adaileen is a joyful and empathetic child who loves biking, swimming, jumping on her trampoline, and caring for her younger sister, Haevyn.
Get Your Tickets for the Third Annual Earn The Gift Gala
Tables and tickets are now available for the Third Annual Earn The Gift Gala, set for Saturday, December 7, 2024 at the Sioux Falls Convention Center. The public can secure their spot at this impactful event by visiting EarnTheGiftGala.com.
J&L Harley-Davidson and Glacial Lakes Harley-Davidson Celebrates Success of First-Annual Wheels and Wishes Event
J&L Harley-Davidson and Glacial Lakes Harley-Davidson is thrilled to announce the resounding success of its first annual Wheels and Wishes event.
Dr. Grant Syverson Recognized For Humanitarian Efforts
Dr. Grant Syverson, a pediatric rheumatologist physician from Fargo, was recognized during the North Dakota Medical Association’s (NDMA) Annual Meeting for being the 2023 recipient of the COPIC Humanitarian Award.
May Is Brain Tumor And Brain Cancer Awareness Month, And Oncology Is One Of The Subspecialty Areas That May Qualify A Child For Make-A-Wish
The heartfelt, life-changing experiences that Make-A-Wish South Dakota & Montana grants are so much more than a fun day.
Ty Eschenbaum Foundation Makes $100,000 Donation To Make-A-Wish® South Dakota & Montana
On Thursday, April 20, 2023 Ty Eschenbaum made a $100,000 donation to Make-A-Wish® South Dakota & Montana on behalf of his non-profit, the Ty Eschenbaum Foundation (TEF).
Updates To Make-A-Wish Eligibility
At Make-A-Wish, we celebrate medical advancements and improved treatments for the wish kids we serve—children diagnosed with a progressive, degenerative, or malignant condition that is currently placing their life in jeopardy.
Ana’s Wish Gave Her Hope As She Was Battling Kidney Disease
We recognize and appreciate those that are being celebrated with Social Work Month, Child Life Month and National Doctors Day! You are all key referral sources and such an important first step in the Wish Journey. Each time you make a referral to Make-A-Wish that qualifies, you are sending a child on an amazing journey that can bring them hope, strength and joy amidst their critical illness.
Surprise Wish Announcement For Sisters At Washington High School Girls Basketball Game
Wish kids Rylie and Alexa will discovered their wishes are coming true.
Make-A-Wish South Dakota & Montana Recognizes American Heart Month
Our goal at Make-A-Wish South Dakota & Montana is to grant 115 life-changing wishes this fiscal year, and we need your help! Medical professionals who make a referral to Make-A-Wish allow the transformational process of the Wish Journey to begin for children with critical illnesses. Children between the ages of 2 ½ and 18 at the time of referral who have not received a wish from another wish-granting organization may qualify for a wish.
North Dakota Make-A-Wish Child Draws A Happy Picture In Celebration Of National Pumpkin Day
North Dakota wish child Emmy, whose wish is to make a comic book, drew this fun picture for our local medical professionals in celebration of National Pumpkin Day (Oct 26).
Addie's Wish To Have A Unicorn Party
6-year-old Addie is a girly girl who loves makeup, dolls and her animals. She also loves to paint, make crafts and play outside. She is very similar to children her age, except for a critical illness that has changed both her life and her family’s life.