Remembering Mike Johnson
We lovingly remember Mike Johnson for his commitment to Yacht Blast for Kids. As a dedicated boat captain for the last several years, Mike shared his time, energy, and heart to bring joy to Wish Kids and their families. He loved welcoming children aboard, learning their stories, and creating memories on the water. Mike’s kindness, generosity, and warm spirit will always be a part of Yacht Blast, and his legacy will continue to shine.
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ABOUT YACHT BLAST FOR KIDS
Since its Inception in 2009, Yacht Blast for Kids has granted 331 wishes for deserving wish children through Make-A-Wish® Wisconsin. Each year, nearly 40 Make-A-Wish kids and their families are invited out on some of Milwaukee's premier yachts for an amazing morning on the water and picnic with games, a magician, face painting and more.
The Milwaukee Yacht Club will open their doors to the public starting at 11:30am for those interested in joining the wish families and boat captains for lunch. Lunch will be served through 1pm.
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ABOUT MAKE-A-WISH
Make-A-Wish® Wisconsin grants wishes to children 2.5-18 years old, who are living with critical illnesses. Since their founding in 1984, more than 8,000 children and their families throughout the state have experienced the life-changing power of a wish.
A wish come true helps children feel stronger, more energetic, more willing and able to battle their critical illnesses. For many, the wish marks a turning point in the fight against their illnesses. Doctors, nurses and other health professionals say, the wish experience works in concert with medicine to make their patients feel better emotionally and even physically. You can help change a child's life by participating in Yacht Blast For Kids.
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2025 SCHEDULE
11:30am
Wish Kids, families & boat captains will enjoy lots of fun activities at the Milwaukee Yacht Club, including bounce houses, characters & mascots, a magician, and more!
1:00pm
We will begin to load the boats. Boat owners will take Make-A-Wish families out for a leisurely ride through the lake and Milwaukee River. The public can enjoy the parade of boats + wish kids anywhere along the lakefront from McKinley Marina, up through the Milwaukee River to East Buffalo Street.
2:45pm
The wish families & captains return to the Milwaukee Yacht Club.
3:25pm
Event attendees are welcome to stay at the MYC for a Packer Game viewing party! Go Pack Go!
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2025 SPONSORS
Questions? Contact Jordyn at
jdutkiewicz@wisconsin.wish.org
