Meet Our Wish Kids

At 11, Steven was diagnosed with Ewing's sarcoma, and at 13, he was given the opportunity to wish for anything his heart desired.   The Make-A-Wish Foundation granted Steven's heartfelt wish to have a new bedroom developed and decorated around his drum set – a very important item in his life.

Steven's wish was the Foundation's very special 2,500 th wish granted, and that made it extra-meaningful for everyone.   His bedroom makeover was from top to bottom - from paint, to furniture, to bedding and accessories. “It was the room of my dreams,” he said.   “It was incredible to be able to have just what I dreamed of.”  

Now 21, Steven will graduate from St. John's University in May, 2005 with a degree in television and film production.   He also recently began working in the field as a teleprompter operator for a cable television station.   Steven chooses to continue playing a role in helping to make other kids dreams come true by attending Make-A-Wish events and telling his story to touch hearts.   At the Make-A-Wish Gala in 2004, Steven played drums on-stage with members of famous bands.   “This is a great organization that cares about kids even long after they have helped them.   What they do really means a lot to kids,” he said.