Holden, a 6 year-old from North Chesterfield, VA, wanted to go to Give Kids the World, Disney & Universal with his mom, dad & older sister Piper.

This October, Holden and his parents and sister travelled to Orlando and enjoyed everything at Give Kids the World, Gatorland, Universal Islands of Adventure and all the wonders of Disney.

ELLE received these wonderful thank you notes from Holden’s family:

Excerpts from Holden’s Mom:

The actual week we were at Give Kids the World was so amazing. Seeing the village and all of the care that went into every detail to make it all about the kids is truly unbelievable - knowing all the volunteers that are donating their time to give back to these children. One of the best things about this week was being able to say "yes" to so many things. At the village everything is included so slushies, nachos, and popcorn at the pool at 8:30 pm was an easy "yes" and rushing back to the village after a theme park for a scoop of ice cream was an easy "yes." But we also had the funds from Elle that allowed us to say "yes" to special experiences at Gatorland like feeding large alligators and capybaras. We said "yes" to every treat the kids wanted, presents and toys the kids liked, and even to special items to help us be entertained and comfortable on the travel day there. We were also able to use the funds to "prepare" for the Florida rain - as much as you can... We said "yes" to every ride, every character meet and greet, every pony ride at the village and it made our week as fun as we could. 

I believe in the mission of your organization and I will be forever grateful for the week we had. The chance we had to celebrate the end of the hardest year of our lives. The hope this trip gave us throughout some of our hardest days.

Excerpts from Holden’s Dad:

The last year has been very difficult for us as Holden underwent treatment for relapse AML, but the trip to Disney is what we needed to reset as a family. We talked about the upcoming trip during the hard days in the hospital and it was something for Holden to focus on as he fought through treatment. Elle’s attention to detail planning the trip allowed us as parents to relax and let our guard down for a week, and that’s not something you get to do often.

Excerpts from Piper, Holden’s sister:

I loved when we went to Gatorland and I got to meet, pet, and feed a capybara. Also, I got chosen by the wand maker at Ollivanders in Universal! It made me feel amazing. And I LOVED when I got unlimited slushies, nachos and ice cream!

Holden's favorite memories from the trip:

1. My favorite part about Gatorland is I got to see alligators and feed them with fish.

2. My favorite roller coaster was Expedition Everest, it was really cool.

3. I got to eat a Dole Whip and it is my favorite dessert. 

This trip made me feel very very happy because I love Disney and it is my favorite place. It felt special because we don't get to go often and we didn't get to travel when I was sick.

Thank you Elle Foundation - Holden

Please view this video thank you to ELLE from Holden:

ELLE granted his wish for a MacBook Pro and AirPods this October.

Gabe, an 18-year-old from St. Peter, MN underwent a heart transplant in 2023 and was beginning to rebuild his strength and was looking ahead to college. But this summer, his plans to work extra hours to save for a MacBook Pro were interrupted when he was diagnosed with transplant related cancer, and treatments once again became his reality.

Gabe's mom posted this note to her followers about ELLE (excerpts):

Life has been flying by; but in some of the best ways. Gabe stopped by last week to do laundry and three times…I heard him say, “life is so great”. My heart grew inside of me hearing this statement.

We also want to thank the ELLE Foundation Inc, for the incredible wish grant. As a part of Elle’s legacy, this foundation was created for kids who’ve experienced a Cancer relapse, they can make a wish through this foundation. Gabe received a MacBook to help him through college.

If you are looking for a way to give back. Look no further. This foundation gives to kids and their families who are in a world of relapse.

ELLE received this wonderful thank you note from Gabe:

“I want to sincerely thank you for giving me a wish of a laptop for my future school work, this will now be able to keep me organized and complete them efficiently. The effort and passion from your foundation is truly inspiring to me to help pay it forward and make a difference in this world.

Thank you again for everything, this is such a blessing.”

Please view this video thank you to ELLE from Gabe:

Isam, a 16 year-old from Rochester, MN, dreams of getting an epic gaming setup that includes a gaming pc, along with monitors, a gaming desk, and a comfy chair to allow him to enjoy gaming and to connect with his friends.

The ELLE Foundation granted this wish with an IBuypower Custom Gaming PC.

To get it all set up for Isam, he received:

Computer: IBuypower Custom Gaming PC

Monitor: AOC Curved Frameless Gaming 

Keyboard: AULA F75 Pro Custom Keyboard

Desk: Flexispot Standing Desk

Chair: Secretlab Titan Evo Yaso Gaming Chair

Accessories: HyperX Cloud Alpha Headset & Razer DeathAdder

He also received a gift card to use to purchase games for his new system!

Please view this video thank you to ELLE from Isam:

On December 10, 2025 from 6-8PM, the new Kendra Scott store in Bridgewater Commons Mall will host a Kendra Gives Back “Land of Sweets” Sip & Shop event in ELLE’s honor — featuring light refreshments, sweet treats, and themed jewelry moments. During the event, 20% of sales that mention the giveback or use the online shopping code (in-store and online) will be donated directly to the ELLE Foundation, through their company’s Kendra Gives Back initiative.

More details on this timely event for your holiday shopping coming soon!

Nutcracker for a Cause is presented annually by Generations of Dance, located in Landing, NJ.

This wonderful event has been benefitting ELLE Foundation since December of 2013.

This year's 12th annual event will be held on Saturday, December 20, 2025, at the Mount Olive Middle School in Budd Lake, NJ, with performances at 11:30 AM and 3:30 PM.

Tickets at $20 per person, per show, available at the door, or for advance ticket sales, call Generations of Dance at 973-810-2252.

Save the date!

4th Annual Charity Golf Outing, spearheaded by ELLE Wish Kid Jaxson's grandparents.

Sponsored by The Orthopedic Institute of New Jersey to benefit ELLE Foundation.

Monday, June 15, 2026, at the

Panther Valley Golf and Country Club located in Allamuchy Township, NJ.

Stay tuned for more information on sponsorship opportunities and to register!

One ELLE of a Thank you to ELLE's loving ambassador Kathy Mignella for once again submitting us for a Henkel Charity Grant.

The Henkel Corporate 2025 Social Partnership Grant of $10,000.00, presented to ELLE September 2025, continues Henkel's generous sponsorship of ELLE's Kids.

The Orthopedic Institute of New Jersey presented the Third Annual Golf Tournament benefitting ELLE Foundation on Monday, June 23, 2025, at the Panther Valley Golf and Country Club located in Allamuchy Township, NJ.

This event, spearheaded by the grandparents of Wish Child Jaxson, featured a welcome lunch, 18 hole golf play and awards dinner, with challenges including Hole in One and Putting Contest, plus raffles and a 50/50.

One ELLE of a thank you to all the sponsors

of the Third Annual Golf Tournament!

One ELLE of a Thank You to Hillside Intermediate School's 

Student Council for their generous annual donation, presented to ELLE in May 2025.

Hillside School's personal legacy connection to Lauren "Elle" and  ELLE Foundation has been steadfast. Their continuous support and dedication warms our hearts.

Since 2010, Mountain View Elementary School, in Flanders, NJ has put on a fabulous fundraiser for ELLE Foundation called Stuck for a Buck. Students buy a length of tape that they they then use to help stick a teacher to the wall in the gym. 

This year's event took place on Friday, April 11, 2025.

Michael Schwartz and the students, teachers and staff at Mountain View Elementary School, are One ELLE of a Fun Sponsor!

On March 22, 2025 at 7 PM the Elizabethtown College Dance Team presented the 15th Annual One ELLE of a Night variety show that benefits ELLE Foundation in Leffler Chapel.

This incredible organization of students from Elizabethtown College has been putting on this show annually since 2009.

Thank you E'town for always remembering Lauren Elle and for granting the wishes of children battling a recurrence of cancer!

One ELLE of a sincere thank you to the following families who thoughtfully requested that donations be made in memory of their loved ones.

• In Memory of Wlodzimierz "Walter" Tkacz by Dorothy Padko and Jarry Tkacz
• In Memory of Anna Lipari by Ann Marie Wisbauer and Anthony Lipari

When a loved one passes it is comforting to have their life remembered by making a difference in the life of a child.

One ELLE of a thank you to Alla from Far Hills, NJ for donating her vehicle to ELLE. Every car donation helps grant a wish for ELLE's Kids!

You can donate your unwanted car, truck, RV, motorcycle, or boat to ELLE Foundation to help grant a wish for a deserving child.

Call 1-855-500-RIDE or 1-855-500-7433 , 24 Hours/7 days a week or complete the online Donation Form at http://careasy.org/details?3440.

The ELLE Foundation will receive a donation from the sale of your vehicle and you will get a tax-deductible receipt. If the vehicle sells for over $500 you will receive an IRS 1098c form with your receipt.