“We need to get the word out…We’ll try to fulfill your wish”
By John T. Ryan
October 28, 2025 – Plattsburgh – If you or someone you know has received a dire health diagnosis or is facing a terminal illness, The Wish Fund is here to help. Established in 2016 by the Adirondack Champlain Valley REALTORS (ACVR) to honor realtor Mary Fry, The Wish Fund grants wishes valued up to $5,000.
Sarah Stansbury, Chair of the ACVR Wish Fund Committee, explained, “We need to get the word out. Some people are hesitant to apply, but everyone deserves this opportunity. It doesn’t matter what your income is; we want to help fulfill your wish.” Wishes granted in the past include trips to Dollywood and Disney World, hosting a pig roast, and even enjoying a cold beer surrounded by nurses at the patient’s bedside. To be eligible, applicants must have a dire health diagnosis or terminal illness that limits life expectancy and reside in Clinton, Essex, or Franklin Counties. A person cannot apply on behalf of someone else.
ACVR partners with the CVPH Foundation, which manages the funds and the application process. To view an application click here. For any questions please contact the Foundation at 518-562‐7169. Send completed applications to: Email: foundationofcvph@cvph.org Mail: The Foundation of CVPH, 75 Beekman Street, Plattsburgh, NY 12901.
ACVR conducts an annual fundraiser to support the program. This year, a charity auction will take place on November 6 at Olive Ridley’s in downtown Plattsburgh.
Posted: October 28th, 2025 under Adirondack Region News, Charity Events, City News, Community Events, General News, Heathcare News, Northern NY News.