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❤️ Success StoryMarch 5, 2026

Community Spotlight: How the Adeyemi Family Got Their Wheelchair

In just 72 hours, 47 donors came together to fully fund a wheelchair for 8-year-old Temi Adeyemi. This is their story.

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By Alice Johnson

Community Spotlight: The Adeyemi Family

When Grace Adeyemi posted a wish for her daughter Temi's wheelchair, she wasn't sure anyone would respond. Within 72 hours, 47 donors had fully funded the wish.

The Wish

Temi, 8 years old, was diagnosed with a condition requiring a powered wheelchair. The family's insurance covered only part of the cost — leaving a $1,200 gap they couldn't afford.

Grace wrote honestly about their situation, added a photo of Temi smiling, and shared the wish with her local church group.

What Happened Next

Within the first hour, 3 donors gave $25 each. By morning, the wish had reached 40%. A local business owner saw it shared on Facebook and donated $400 to push it over the finish line.

"I cried when I saw the notification. Strangers came together for my daughter. I will never forget this." — Grace Adeyemi

The Impact

Temi received her wheelchair two weeks later. She now attends school independently for the first time.

This is why WISHLane exists. Every donation — no matter the size — moves someone closer to a better life.

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