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Winnebago Industries, RV Retailer Grant Make-A-Wish Kid’s Great Outdoor Adventure Wish

Thomas wishes to experience great outdoor adventures, including sleeping under the stars. 

As per a press release, last month, Thomas’ wish came true when he and his family arrived at the Tiger Run Resort in Breckenridge (Colorado) for a five-day RV experience.

Thomas and his family spent the week in a 2022 Grand Design Imagine RV–made possible by Make-A-Wish, a nonprofit that helps grant life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses, in partnership with Winnebago Industries, Inc. and RV Retailer.

During his wish, Thomas was thrilled to harness his outdoor skills and spent five days exploring nature and enjoying the beautiful Colorado views while exploring several local parks with his parents and brother. He also had the opportunity to ride on the Georgetown Loop Railroad, another one of his wishes.

“We had an amazing time,” said Monica Schrank, Thomas’ mom. “The boys loved the RV and all the activities. We are humbled by the amazing opportunity gifted to Tommy.”

Cousins RV, an RV Retailer dealership, and Winnebago Industries teams were excited to work together while outfitting Thomas’ RV with personal touches, including his favorite games and additional treats and camping supplies, while also ensuring the trailer had all necessary elements to meet the parameters of Thomas’ needs for a safe and happy trip.

“RV Retailer is honored to collaborate on this incredible experience,” said Jon Ferrando, CEO and President of RV Retailer.

“Our partnership with Winnebago Industries and our stores in Colorado allowed us to supply Thomas and his family with a spacious bunk house RV from Grand Design. They were able to enjoy outdoor exploration together, and we are excited to continue our collaboration with Make-A-Wish to help brave children like Thomas who are battling critical illnesses.”

“We are thrilled to be a partner for this wonderful opportunity to support Thomas and his family,” said Stacy Bogart, Winnebago Industries Senior Vice President, Corporate Responsibility.

“Helping families enjoy outdoor exploration is a meaningful goal of ours as an outdoor lifestyle company. Partnering with Make-A-Wish and exceptional dealer partners, such as RV Retailer, allows for more families across the country to have their camping wishes come true.”

“Enabling extraordinary experiences for families is a mutual goal because wishes have proven physical and emotional benefits that can give a child a better chance of surviving and thriving. This life-changing work is only possible with the support of organizations like Winnebago Industries and RV Retailer,” said Richard K. Davis, president and CEO of Make-A-Wish America.

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Sarah Bell
Sarah Bell
February 16, 2024 5:37 pm

Have you heard about the fantastic outdoor adventure that Winnebago Industries, RV Retailer, and Make-A-Wish made possible for Thomas? The customized RV experience and the special meet-and-greet with a wildlife expert must have truly created joyful memories for Thomas and his family!

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