Wish sibling and GKTW Staff member Adrianne Sietsma shares the story of her brother, Jako…
My brother, Jako, was diagnosed with stage IV brain cancer when he was going into first grade and I was beginning third grade. (click for more)
Dr. Seuss said, “To the world you may be one person, but to one person, you may be the world.” Those words are brought to life every day by our amazing staff and volunteers, underscoring our commitment to making every single guest feel special and appreciated one precious moment at a time. Recently, Give Kids (click for more)
Give Kids The World Village is filled with family-friendly and accessible entertainment, and one of our most popular of those offerings is Marc’s Dino Putt. Take a dive into how this course came to be, what we’re up to today, and even test your knowledge with a quick quiz. (click for more)
At the beginning of 2001, we were a happy, go-lucky family but by July of that same year our lives as we knew them came to a halt. At three-years-old I was diagnosed with stage three Wilms’ Tumor that had metastasized to other lymph nodes in surrounding areas. I underwent intensive chemotherapy and radiation treatments. These treatments debilitated me from being able to walk, eat and be a normal kid. All hope was taken away from my family the day I entered the hospital’s hospice program. The doctors told my family that I had a few months left to live, and I was eligible for a “wish” from my local wish granting organization. This was a scary month for both my family and the country, as it was during the same time as 9/11. Little did I know how my cancer and this trip would change the course of my life. (click for more)
Are you getting ready for your wish trip to Give Kids the World Village? There’s so much excitement in store, and these 5 tips will help you make the most of this magical vacation! (click for more)
