Wish Stories

Wish Stories:

Heartwarming Stories of Dreams Come True

Every wish granted by The Rainbow Connection brings joy, hope, and unforgettable memories to Michigan children. Behind each wish is a unique and inspiring story of strength, love, and the magic of dreams coming true. Explore these heartfelt stories to see the incredible impact your support makes on the lives of wish children and their families.

Wish Stories

The Rainbow Connection…it’s more than a wish! The wish stories that are shared will show how your support makes a meaningful difference in the lives of children in Michigan.

The Magic of Give Kids the World Village

Wish Child, Ashton, was diagnosed with cancer in December 2021, at just 3 years old. After multiple rounds of chemotherapy, he completed treatment in June of 2022 and then had...

Jake’s Biggest SURPRISE!

Meet 4-year old, Jake! Jake was diagnosed with Acute Myeloid Leukemia in April 2021 and has been on quite the journey since his diagnosis. Jake and his family were originally...

How Has The Rainbow Connection Impacted Me?

The Rainbow Connection competitive scholarship program awards $1,000 to exceptional wish children as they pursue higher education. Sydney, a 2023 TRC Scholarship Recipient, reflects on her experience since she first...

Cora’s Magical Birthday Wish!

Since being diagnosed with Neuroblastoma at the age of 5, Cora has been dreaming of the day she and her family could escape the hospital visits and enjoy a magical...