The Man Behind Make-A-Wish

Frank Shankwitz is the co-founder of the Make-A-Wish Foundation. The 76-year-old was inspired to start the organization by a little boy named Chris.
The Man Behind Make-A-Wish
Frank Shankwitz (L) on the set of the film "Wish Man," which is based on his life story. Courtesy of Frank Shankwitz
Andrew Thomas
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Almost everyone has heard of the Make-A-Wish Foundation, but many are unaware of the man behind the mission.

Moreover, almost nobody has heard of his arduous life journey. The Epoch Times had an opportunity to speak with the man who has dedicated his life to helping severely ill children make their wish come true.