Maria Swims with Dolphins

Maria, with nephrotic symdrome, had the adventure of a lifetime on her cruise to the Bahamas!

Thank you from Maria’s Family

“Maria had an amazing time! The weather was perfect. It was a dream of Maria’s to swim with the dolphins. We can’t thank you enough for being a part of making her dream come true.” – Maria’s aunt.

Maria’s Diagnosis

Maria is diagnosed with nephrotic syndrome, where her kidneys do not operate properly. Some common symptoms may include swelling in the face and lower legs, feet, abdomen, hands, face, or other parts of the body, foamy urine, and fatigue

Our Mission

Sunshine Foundation answers the dreams of children, ages three through eighteen, who have severe or profound physical/developmental/intellectual challenges or trauma from physical/sexual abuse, and whose families have limited income. Since 1976, Sunshine Foundation has spread Sunshine into the lives of more than 42,500 children.