Know a Young Adult Fighting Cancer in Rockford? Nik’s Wish Wants to Help

Sometimes, life throws curveballs that make even the toughest among us pause. Cancer is one of those brutal, unfair pitches. But thanks to the Nikolas Ritschel Foundation—better known as Nik’s Wish—young adults battling cancer don’t have to face it without a moment of joy.

A Special Wish for a Young Fighter in Rockford

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Right now, the foundation is looking for someone in the Rockford area to grant a wish, and you might be the connection that makes it happen.

The Heart Behind Nik’s Wish

Nikolas Ritschel was just shy of 18 when cancer changed his life. Thanks to Make-A-Wish, he experienced a moment of happiness that gave him strength. But when he learned that kids over 17 don’t qualify for such wishes, he decided that had to change.

Before he passed away in 2012, Nik made it clear—young adults fighting cancer deserve a chance to smile, too. His wish turned into Nik’s Wish, a foundation that grants wishes for 18 to 24-year-olds in the toughest battles of their lives.

Someone in Rockford Needs a Wish

Nik’s Wish has made dreams come true for young fighters across the country, but right now, they are searching for someone right here in Rockford. If you know a young adult battling cancer who could use a life-brightening experience, now is the time to act.

How You Can Help

If you know someone who qualifies, or if you’d like to support Nik’s Wish, visit NiksWish.org or call (815) 262-1744. Rockford, let’s make magic happen.

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The Nikolas Ritschel Foundation, aka Nik's Wish, dedicated to granting wishes for young adults battling cancer. They are seeking local candidates in Rockford.

Know a Young Adult Fighting Cancer in RFD? Nik’s Wish Can Help