Category: Wish Stories

Introducing to you, a heartwarming wish we had the joy of granting! What could be more uplifting than a day spent with furry friends?

Meet Hawa, a bright 10-year-old with a huge love for animals. Despite a stroke that took away her ability to speak, leaving her feeling lonely and isolated, Hawa has never stopped dreaming of becoming a veterinarian to heal and comfort animals.

On her special wish day, Hawa’s dream came to life as she experienced what it’s like to be a veterinarian for the very first time. With the help of a kind and patient veterinarian, “Dr. Hawa” helped treat a cat, showing off her natural talent and deep affection for her furry patient.

Seeing Hawa in her element, with a big smile and bright eyes, was a sight to behold. It was clear that this experience only strengthened her determination to get better so she can one day pursue her ambition.

This is where pure imagination meets sweet inspiration!

Meet Rabiatul, a sweet little girl who received a heartbreaking diagnosis in March 2023: acute lymphoblastic leukaemia. Despite the tough journey of treatments and hospital visits, one thing has always brought comfort and a smile to her face – chocolate. 

With this in mind, Rabiatul’s greatest wish was to get the golden ticket to visit the Cadbury chocolate factory.

On her wish day, Rabiatul’s dream came true in the most magical way! She was permitted entry into the Cadbury factory with her exclusive golden ticket in hand, she ventured into the whimsical world of where her favourite chocolate was made. She witnessed the fascinating chocolate-making process and even got to create her very own customised chocolate. Her smile not once faded throughout the entire day!

We love seeing bright and joyous smiles of our Wish kids – Guo Jing’s was no less!

A cheerful 16-year-old, Guo Jing faced significant health challenges from an early age. At just one year old, he experienced developmental delays, unable to speak and walk. When he was 4, he was diagnosed with Periventricular Nodular Hypertrophy (PNH).

Despite these challenges, Guo Jing never let it get him down. He always faced life with a cheerful smile, as if to tell everyone, “I’m okay, don’t feel sad for me.”

“He’s obsessed with building LEGO – that’s the one thing that can make his day,” shared his parents. So when we asked him what he wished for, he didn’t hesitate for a second: he wanted a LEGO Duplo set!

Guo Jing’s dream came true! With his new LEGO Duplo set, he could finally immerse himself in creative play, building all sorts of wonderful creations. 

Mei Eng was born during the peak of the pandemic in April 2020; the world as she knows it has always been confined between the walls at home.

Just as the world returned back to normal, Mei Eng was diagnosed with leukaemia. This little cutie’s medical treatments included 3 painful bone aspirations; and if she had it her way, she would want to head back to the comfort of her home.

Mei Eng wished to have interactive toys that would make the cutest sounds and light up in different ways that would help the development of her motor and sensory skills as she continues her battle. 

On her wish day, Mei Eng had a smile that was larger than life and you can hear her giggles from a mile away as she unwrapped her new toys, realising that her wish came true.

Airish is the little princess at home to her dad, Zamakhsary, her mum, Rohaida and two older brothers Arif and Airiq.

 Airish was diagnosed with leukaemia when she was just about to turn four. It started with a high fever and a bloated stomach that led to her not being able to walk. Years of chemotherapy treatments later, Airish relapsed as she turned six recently. Airish is scheduled for a bone marrow transplant in 2024 with her 10 year old brother Airiq as the only matching donor.

On her wish day, she didn’t only transformed to the courageous and brave Queen Elsa, but Airish got to spend the day with a real life princess, our Royal Patron Tengku Zatashah in a real life palace at Istana Selangor.

And Queen Elsa you are, Airish!

For our 900th wish, we share with you Zahrel’s heartfelt story.

13 year old Zahrel from Kota Marudu, Sabah fell into a coma for 7 months and lost his vision due to an infection in his left frontal brain.

Spending most of his early years in Kota Kinabalu, Zahrel and his family had to quickly adapt to the quiet life in Kota Marudu.

“We moved to Kota Marudu so we could afford a house with flat lands, that way he can move around in his wheelchair… but moving here also meant that we wake up at 3:30am so he can get to his school in Tuaran on time” said Lidiah.

“The experience of him falling sick is still traumatising for me.. I went into the emergency room thinking my son just has a high fever, only to walk out seven months later with him waking up from a coma and blind..”

While adapting to drastic changes, Zahrel created a bond with his motivator therapist who helped him regain motivation through his lowest times.

On his wish day, Zahrel reunited with Dr Faizal Zainudin who is now based in Kuala Lumpur. They met at the Royal Selangor Visitor Centre in Setapak and enjoyed the experience of making a pewter dish for each other.

“I had a team of nurses and therapists who were part of Zahrel’s recovery process. He is a special boy. He is a very sweet person and obedient too. I have been in contact with his family over his progress. He has managed to complete his primary education and he is now learning Braille. I want him to master Braille as he can’t see and speak. It will be important for him to be ready for adulthood and with the right support system, he can progress well. I feel his mother is a great force behind his recovery. She gives 100% in ensuring he follows the recovery therapy process. We trained her and she does the therapy with him at home. During the Covid-19 pandemic, she would send us videos on the therapy sessions she conducted at home,” he said.

We thank the late Mr Tan Thiam Hock and his family, Malaysia Airlines, Pavilion Hotel Kuala Lumpur managed by Banyan Tree, Royal Selangor and National Association for the Blind Kuala Lumpur for helping us grant Zahrel’s very special wish.

Ahmad has always found comfort when watching Thomas & friends during his three cycles of chemotherapy for leukaemia.

Ahmad’s wish was something new and something special indeed when we asked our friends over at Prasarana Malaysia Bhd to help grant Ahmad’s wish to have a Thomas & friends-themed birthday party… on one of their RapidKL trains!

A six coach RapidKL train decked out with balloons and cut out characters from the show arrived at the Ampang LRT station and you can hear the oohs and ahas coming from Ahmad as he stepped into the first coach.

The young boy then proved his quick wits in a game of charades and was gifted Thomas the train merchandise and toys.

“Today is such a memorable day for Ahmad and the family, thank you Make-A-Wish Malaysia and Prasarana for making Ahmad’s dream come true. It means so much to him and to us as parents, to know that the community is there for us” said Ahmad’s mum, Syafiqah.

Watch Ahmad’s fun-filled Wish day here and read about it on Malay Mail here!