Since it launched in 1980, the Make-A-Wish foundation has fulfilled some 550,000 wishes for young people across more than 50 countries. Thanks to a donation of approximately 1,800,000 euros, Porsche is helping the organisation to grant 356 dreams – a number inspired by the first Porsche model, the 356.
Already more than 200 wishes have been granted as a result of the partnership, including 120 dreams in 2024 alone.
Joseph, a seven-year-old from Canterbury, was born with a rare heart condition. After life-saving surgeries, he now has the energy to live like other kids. His wish? To take his nana and dad on a trip to Auckland to dig for dinosaur fossils.
Meet Sose, a spirited girl recently diagnosed with paediatric lupus. Her wish? To celebrate her 12th birthday in Auckland with her beloved sisters and mum.
In support of the Make-A-Wish Foundation, Porsche New Zealand was proud to make Sose's wish come true. The New Zealand support contributes to Porsche's global goal of granting 356 wishes.
Watch her exciting weekend of fun as they explore the city, visit Rainbow's End, and cherish a family photoshoot for lasting memories.
Senuth is 14, lives in Glenfield and has acute and chronic leukaemia. He is very mature, thoughtful, intelligent and kind. He's talkative, answers questions thoroughly and quite serious about his future. He's considerate and genuinely cares about his family. He mentioned they don't splurge on things and there are many things he would love to get for himself. They spend their money very carefully and he doesn't ask for things he desires if he knows they can't afford it. A shopping spree will finally give him that opportunity to buy the things and eat all the food that he's always wanted but never had the chance to.
Theo, a 7-year-old thrill-seeker, had his wish come true thanks to Make-A-Wish Foundation New Zealand. His wish was an action-packed day of racing at the Taupo Super400 with Team Porsche New Zealand driver Marco Giltrap, and it was a day to remember.
For 75 years, Porsche has been making sports car enthusiasts' dreams come true. Now, Porsche New Zealand is helping bring this to life locally by supporting Kiwi kids' wishes with Make-A-Wish New Zealand.
