Make-A-Wish and Odessa Family PowerSports Grant Local Teen’s Wish for Off-Road Vehicle

Introduction

Robert Galindo, a local teen diagnosed with Hodgkin’s Lymphoma in 2019, had his wish granted for an off-road vehicle by Make-A-Wish and Odessa Family PowerSports. The $10,000 donation from Odessa Family PowerSports to Make-A-Wish will help fund wishes for other local children with critical illnesses.

Robert’s Battle with Cancer

Robert was diagnosed with Hodgkin’s Lymphoma at just 13 years old and underwent chemotherapy for about a year. Although he was in remission for about four months, the cancer came back. Treatment at Cook’s and Covenant in Lubbock was successful, and he has been cancer-free for about two years.

Make-A-Wish and Odessa Family PowerSports

Odessa Family PowerSports hosted a celebration for Robert to gift the Polaris RZR, a gas-powered side-by-side off-road vehicle. The vehicle sells for just over $15,000, and Wish Granter Julie Garrett noted the importance of such wishes for children battling critical illnesses.

Make-A-Wish

Make-A-Wish serves children aged 2.5 to 18 years old with critical illnesses, and the request process is thoroughly vetted. They grant between 40 to 50 wishes every year and rely on support from donors and partners like Odessa Family PowerSports.

Odessa Family PowerSports

Odessa Family PowerSports has partnered with Make-A-Wish on several wishes before and is committed to being a good part of their community. General Manager Tanner Griffin praised the organization and stated that being a part of the wish-granting process is something they are grateful for.

Impact on Robert and His Family

Robert is grateful to have his wish granted and feels blessed to be alive and surrounded by supportive friends and family. He plans on sharing the RZR with his siblings and friends who enjoy off-roading on ranches.

Conclusion

The wish granted by Make-A-Wish and Odessa Family PowerSports for Robert Galindo highlights the impact of such organizations in supporting and bringing joy to children battling critical illnesses. The $10,000 donation by Odessa Family PowerSports will help Make-A-Wish fund wishes for additional children, and partnerships like this are essential to the success of the organization’s mission.

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