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It’s been a long journey for the charitable organization Wish Upon the North Star. After nearly 40 years Wish Upon the North Star has granted hundreds of wishes to Alaskans all across the state.

“We started because there was no Make-A-Wish in town at that time. So it was for Alaska kids with life threatening illnesses,”  said Wish Upon the North Star President Ron Rice.

But with Make-A-Wish now in town, their journey comes to an end with a special presentation of over $1 million to two organizations Katie’s Handprint and Providence Alaska Foundation.

Board member Rich Owens shares, “Well, you know, it’s sad to think that we’re dissolving, but on the other hand, it’s kind of a joyous occasion because we’re going to be able to help to very worthwhile organizations that take care of the majority of the kids in Alaska.”

Darlis Meyers started Katie’s Handprint after her …

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