In 1989 my father was diagnosed with cancer and I frequently accompanied him to his chemotherapy treatments. During these visits, I regularly encountered young cancer patients. I simply could not imagine the pain and sorrow associated with watching these children suffer through similar circumstances. As a mother of three, housewife, and business owner, I had always dreamed of someday having the ability to make a difference in the lives of children in need. At that point, I vowed I would dedicate myself to making a difference in the lives of sick children and their families. After my father passed away, I convinced my husband to sell our business to make good on my promise.

In 1997, my dream became a reality with the founding of Kids Wish Network. We realized other wish-granting organizations existed, but we had ideas for important programs and services not being offered by other charities. Within a few short years, the programs we had created were in such demand that Kids Wish Network became national in scope.

I am truly blessed that my dream has brought joy to thousands of very sick children and as we continue our journey, I will do my best to seek out new and innovative programs to ease the pain these brave little children and their families face, each and every day.

For the children,
Shelley Breiner