Isagenix, a global health and wellness company, ended its annual 2014 “Strength in Momentum” Celebration event in San Diego by raising $348,000 for Make-A-Wish® in less than one hour. Additionally, Isagenix and Make-A-Wish surprised wish kid Ben, an 11-year-old battling leukemia, with an onstage wish reveal. This fall, Ben’s wish to meet a platypus in Australia will be granted!
“Isagenix is committed to improving world health through stewardship and the support of children’s charities,” said Kathy Coover, Isagenix Co-Founder and Executive Vice President. “Our team of Associates and staff are members of our family. We’re passionate about helping to change the lives of children battling life-threatening medical conditions who deserve a fun distraction from their day-to-day fight.”
During the past 10 years, Isagenix has raised more than $5 million for children’s charities. This includes $1.86 million for Make-A-Wish in the past two years, which has helped grant more than 200 wishes to deserving children. More than 400,000 Isagenix Associates and staff members have the opportunity to contribute to Make-A-Wish on an ongoing basis.
“Our Associates and staff continue to show how committed they are to joining together to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others,” said Kevin Adams, Isagenix CEO. “Their combined