The Something mAAgic Foundation® Inc., is a non-profit organization comprised of volunteers who are current and former employees of American Airlines, American Eagle and American Airlines Federal Credit Union (AAFCU). The Foundation supports the missions of Give Kids The World Village® and other children's organizations to create mAAgical memories for children with life-threatening medical conditions.

American Airlines and the Something mAAgic Foundation, Inc. has partnered with The Dream Factory to sponsor 10 children from cities all over the United States for a truly magical experience.  The children and their families will be greeted at their hometown airport by employees of American Airlines for a very special send off to Orlando, Florida where they will once again be greeted with great celebration at the Orlando Airport.  From there the families will have a memorable week at Give Kids the World Village, Disney World and other popluar central Florida attractions.  This year's Wish Flight will take place on October 2, 2009.

Alex, 8 dreamed of being able to play with his brothers and friends just like any other child.  Thanks to The Dream Factory of Utah and Component Playgrounds, he now has a custom playset.

To see The Daily Herald article that features this story, click here.

The Oregon chapter and their dream child, Kiera were featured on several local television stations.  To view her story aired on KATU-TV, Portland, Oregon click here

Kiera's dream was to spend a week at Juilliard in New York City and to perform with the dancers there.

Click here to see Kiera perform at Juilliard School of Dance.