You can help our 2025 Holiday Wish families by making a donation on the United Way of Greater New Bedford website, or by texting WISHES25 to 26989.
Holiday Wish
Lift Joey to the Summit He Can No Longer Reach Alone
The Willis family seeks support so 8-year-old Joey, living with DMD, can experience another mountain hike.
East Freetown Dad Faces End-Stage Renal Failure
East Freetown family hit by end-stage renal failure seeks support through Holiday Wish — kidney transplant, medical bills, community donations needed.
New Bedford Family Facing Leukemia Battle
A New Bedford family faces leukemia challenges as Holiday Wish and the community unite to support young Jaziah and the Lynn family.
Help the Hicks Family After Heartbreaking Loss
The Hicks family suffered an unimaginable loss just before Thanksgiving when father and husband JB passed away after multiple strokes and a pulmonary embolism.
A Simple Infection Turned Her Entire Life Upside Down
Acushnet’s Shyanne Gray battles infection, surgeries, and family hardship as Holiday Wish and United Way rally support.