91 Wishes and Counting

Jayden: One ELLE of a Metallica Wish Come True 

Jayden, an 18 year old from West Chester, Ohio plays the guitar and not only loves the band Metallica but enjoys playing their music.

This August Jayden, along with his parents Cassie and Jay, younger sister Chloe and girlfriend Zoe, traveled to Minneapolis for a Metallica Concert along with a private Meet & Greet with the members of the band.     

Each member of the band came in individually to spend some time with Jayden with Robert talking about band history and Lars discussing what it takes to be a great drummer (something Jayden is interested in), to James signing Jayden's wheelchair and Kirk talking about the skills and challenges involved in tuning his guitar - a model that Jayden also plays. All band members were impressed with Jayden's wealth of knowledge about the band and their music.

To sum up the experience for Jayden and his family, we share with you this note from Jayden's mother:

"I am so thankful for the ELLE Foundation Inc for making Jayden's wish come true! I haven’t seen him smile like this in so long. Metallica was amazing! They each took time and spoke with him and even gave him tips about his guitar. Chloe made some bracelets and gave some to the band! We got some pictures of them wearing them on stage. My momma heart is so full that he got to experience this. Jay and I are so thankful for the ongoing support. Laurie and Denise were absolutely wonderful."  

Chase - One ELLE of 10th Birthday Orlando Celebration

Chase wished for a family vacation so they can all enjoy everything that Orlando has to offer together.

In his wish letter Chase wrote," I have to fight and stay strong and positive for myself and my family. The reason the second wish is important to me is that I would like to do something special with my family so we have a special moment together just in case something does happen, I pray all the time I'm going to get through all of this once again and beat this cancer and be free from it for good".

Chase and family travelled to Orlando in February and had a wonderful time. Chase especially enjoyed the Give Kids the World experience.

Kaylee: One ELLE of a GKTW and Orlando Family Trip  

Kaylee, a 7 year old from Baytown, TX, had originally wished to go to Disneyworld but was delayed due to COVID so ELLE was very excited to get Kaylee and her family off on the trip! They stayed at Give Kids The World and spent many happy days at the park, meeting and taking pictures with Disney characters Moana, Daisy Duck, the Little Mermaid and the Toy Story gang…she even learned to wield a light saber! 

From the Family:  

"From the bottom of our hearts, we want to thank you for making Kaylee’s trip to Disneyworld a possibility and such a success. This trip would have never been possible without your team and the amazing people that donate to ensure children get their wishes granted.

We had the best week of our lives and Kaylee enjoyed every second of it! Seeing her so full of joy made the experience that much more unforgettable."