Make-A-Wish Utah hosts trick-or-treat event for wish children
Oct 24, 2022, 3:00 PM
Illiana Rodriguez takes a bow after singing as Mountain America Credit Union and Make-A-Wish teamed up to grant Illiana’s wish on Tuesday, Sept. 20, 2022. Illiana and her family were treated to a dream day filled with all her favorite things, including homemade smoothies, decorating sugar cookies, playing with puppies and singing her favorite "Little Mermaid" song, “Part of Your World,” to a live audience of Mountain America employees at its annual MX Conference at Hale Centre Theatre. She also received a trip to Disney World. (Scott G Winterton, Deseret News)
(Scott G Winterton, Deseret News)
WEST VALLEY CITY, Utah — Make-A-Wish Utah is hosting a Disney-themed drive-thru trick-or-treat event that will take place at the Maverik Center on October 25.
From 3:30 p.m. until 5:30 p.m. Make-A-Wish children and their families can collect candy from their vehicles at eighteen different stations.
Staff and volunteers are encouraged to dress as their favorite Disney movie character, said a release from MAWU. Also, the release notes that those handing out candy will wear face masks. Hand sanitizer will also be available.
The candy, over 2,000 pounds, comes from community members and Harmons donations throughout the valley.
About Make-A-Wish Utah
MAWU, located in Murray, creates wishes for children with critical illnesses. According to the MAWU webpage, wishes can create strength and hope and transform a community. Founded in 1985, the chapter has granted over 3,000 wishes for Utah families.
