Gifts from Make-A-Wish Foundation to Children Battling Cancer
Manipal, February 21, 2024: In a poignant ceremony at Manipal’s Kasturba Hospital, the Make-A-Wish Foundation made a significant contribution by presenting over Rs 7 lakhs to 25 children undergoing cancer treatment.
The event, graced by Dr. Padmaraj Hegde, Dean of KMC Manipal, and Dr. Avinash Shetty, Medical Superintendent of Kasturba Hospital, featured the distribution of gifts to deserving beneficiaries in the presence of these distinguished medical professionals.
During the proceedings, AB Bosco of the Make-A-Wish Foundation passionately articulated the foundation’s mission and impactful initiatives, offering moments of joy and normalcy to children navigating challenging treatment paths. The event also saw the participation of Dr. Vasudeva Bhat, Head of Pediatric Hematology and Oncology, along with dedicated colleagues, highlighting the collaborative endeavor to bring joy to young cancer patients.
As a registered non-profit trust, the Make-A-Wish Foundation of India specializes in fulfilling life-changing wishes for children aged 3-18 facing critical illnesses. The organization’s noble objective is to seamlessly integrate wish experiences into a child’s treatment journey, recognizing the transformative influence of realizing dreams.
This event at Kasturba Hospital serves as a testament to the foundation’s commitment to uplifting the spirits of children battling cancer, instilling hope in their formidable fight. In the ethos of unity and compassion, the Make-A-Wish Foundation remains a beacon of light, casting rays of happiness into the lives of deserving children amidst their courageous struggles.
