ORLANDO, Fla. — The Central Florida community gathered together Thursday night to help raise money for children battling critical illnesses.
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Hundreds of people walked around Lake Eola in downtown Orlando for the 17th annual Morgan & Morgan “Walk for Wishes.”
Photos: Hundreds gather to support 2024 ‘Walk for Wishes’ at Lake Eola
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The fundraiser helps to support the Make-A-Wish Foundation, which helps fulfill the “wishes” of children with critical illnesses.
The nonprofit has helped thousands of children across the country since 1980.
Watch: Central Florida Spotlight: Make a Wish Foundation
Organizers said this year’s walk helped raise nearly $390,000.
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