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December 2007

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	Matteo's Wish to Design a Nike Air Force 1 “Thank you for the splendid fulfillment of my son Matteo’s wish. You have no idea what this magnificent, life-affirming gift of time and presents you gave meant to Matteo, or to his family. Ever since Matteo was diagnosed with a germinoma brain tumor on April 13, 2006, his life has been full of challenges, pain and disappointment.” [read more]

	*New Kids For Wish Kids®* Program** We are excited to launch our new and improved Kids For Wish Kids program. Visit the updated section of our website to check out all the great tools and resources available to children of all ages that want to get involved in a “kids helping kids” initiative. [read more]

	Waffles & Wishes Save the date: March 5, 2008 The Make-A-Wish Foundation of Oregon will celebrate 25 years of granting wishes in Oregon and Clark County, Washington, over waffles at the Oregon Convention Center. A wish will come true “live” in front of attendees at Waffles & Wishes. [read more]

	Bringing Joy to Children in the Hospital Over the Holidays Each year, the Make-A-Wish Foundation of Oregon coordinates Holiday Magic for patients at Doernbecher Children’s Hospital and Legacy Emanuel Children’s Hospital to shop for family members while receiving treatment. [read more]

Holiday Giving

Treat your friends and families to holiday gifts that really count. Shop with the following companies to purchase special items that benefit the Make-A-Wish Foundation. Everyone on your list will appreciate your thoughtfulness - and so will each of the courageous children we serve.

- Holiday Cards
- Bath & Body Works
- Brooks Brothers
- Macy’s
- Our Children’s Store
- Things Remembered
- Zales Jewelers

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Make-A-Wish No. 3 ‘Most Admired’ Non-profit in Oregon

The Make-A-Wish Foundation® of Oregon was again named one of “Oregon’s Most Admired Companies” by the Portland Business Journal at a reception on Dec. 6.

Executive Director Andrew Asato accepted the award for No. 3 in the non-profit category, up from No. 6 the previous year. “Oregon’s Most Admired Companies” will be featured in the December issue of the Portland Business Journal.

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