My Story

Back in 2017, I was lucky enough to work at Walt Disney World for the summer - after spending many of my own growing up visiting the resort. On a daily basis, I got to meet Make-A-Wish families who were dealing with the grueling daily reality of life with a critical illness. However, this fantastic charity was rescuing the magic of childhood even in their toughest times, and providing a lifeline for families to spend precious time together.

I felt compelled to make any interactions I had with a Make-A-Wish family as magical as possible, whether it was handing out free stickers and bubble wands, helping them to build lightsabers, or arranging phone calls with princesses. These moments have stuck with me ever since, and when I started working for Disney+ in June 2022, I quickly became involved in Make-A-Wish volunteering opportunties within the office. This included assembling packages for families who were having their Disney wish granted, providing that first dose of much-needed magic ahead of the main event.

Right now over 63,000 children in the UK are eligible for a wish, and Make-A-Wish UK needs our help to make those happen. That's why I'll be taking on the challenge of running the 2025 TCS London Marathon, and your support can ensure that a child's life isn’t defined by illness.

Thank you in advance for any donations.

Emily x

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