Porsche has partnered with the Make-A-Wish Foundation to fulfill the dreams of seriously ill children and young adults worldwide, granting heartfelt wishes such as driving race cars, meeting heroes, and exploring passions.
With a donation of €1.8 million, Porsche has helped make 356 wishes a reality, a tribute to its iconic 356 model.
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In 2024 alone, over 120 wishes were granted, bringing smiles and unforgettable experiences to children like:
- Yu (10, Taiwan): Yu, battling a rare disease, lived his dream of becoming a racing driver at the Porsche Driving Centre Lihpao. He toured legendary Porsche models, suited up in a custom racing outfit, and experienced thrilling laps in a Porsche 911 GT3.
- Arya (10, USA): Arya, a cancer survivor and superhero enthusiast, became a “keeper of the peace” for a day. Sworn in at the Cobb County Police Department, he donned a police uniform and participated in safety drills, simulations, and a rescue mission with a canine squad.
- Klara (9, Germany): Klara met her football idol, Alexandra Popp, after attending a Wolfsburg match where her favorite player scored the opening goal. Klara’s dream day was capped with a signed jersey and one-on-one time with her hero.
- Kai (7, China): A panda enthusiast, Kai journeyed to Sichuan’s Panda Observation Center, where he saw pandas up close, helped prepare their meals, and participated in feeding them—a truly unforgettable experience.
Since its founding in 1980, Make-A-Wish has granted 550,000 wishes across 50 countries. Porsche’s partnership underscores its commitment to bringing joy and hope to children facing serious illnesses, creating extraordinary memories that inspire and uplift.
Source: Porsche Makes Dreams Come True for Seriously Ill Children and Young Adults
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