[Congressional Record Volume 155, Number 54 (Tuesday, March 31, 2009)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E825]
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   HONORING THE 25TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE INDIANA CHILDREN'S WISH FUND

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                           HON. ANDRE CARSON

                               of indiana

                    in the house of representatives

                        Tuesday, March 31, 2009

  Mr. CARSON of Indiana. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor the 
Indiana Children's Wish Fund on its 25th anniversary and for its 
mission of fulfilling the dreams of children suffering from life-
threatening illnesses.
  Children forced to battle terminal diseases rarely get to experience 
a normal childhood and are forced to grow up quickly. By granting their 
wishes, this organization seeks to bring a smile to these children's 
faces by bringing laughter, joy and normalcy to their lives.
  Since 1984, this organization has granted 2,000 wishes to Indiana 
children between the ages of 3-18. Each year, it assists approximately 
140 children, many of whom are referred to the Wish Fund by hospitals, 
social workers and families from across the state. With the average 
cost of a wish being $5500, the Wish Fund would not have been able to 
provide these services without the generous support of its community.
  I ask my colleagues to join me in congratulating the Indiana 
Children's Wish Fund as it celebrates 25 years of service and for its 
commitment to helping children realize their dreams.

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