Monthly Ministry Highlight – W15H
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Eryn, a 17-year-old girl battling Hodgkin’s Lymphoma, wished to go on a date with Tim Tebow! Eryn, her sister and grandmother flew out to Los Angeles for a custom W15H experience. Eryn was able to spend one-on-one time with Tim at practice. However, the real surprise happened later that evening when Tim showed up at dinner in a limousine with flowers! Eryn’s smile and joy were obvious as she exclaimed, “This made my life!” Her W15H experience also included a makeover at a renowned salon in Beverly Hills, shopping at the amazing South Coast Plaza, a day at Disneyland and more. Eryn’s cheerful attitude is truly inspiring! Since her W15H, Eryn has been invited to share about her W15H and her battle with Hodgkin’s Lymphoma.
Hunter’s W15H
November 12, 2013
Hunter is a 16-year-old with a fantastic sense of humor and a vast knowledge of Tim’s football career. He has been courageously fighting Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome since he was five days old. Hunter met Tim at one of his workout sessions and was excited to showcase his knowledge as he recited Tim’s University of Florida promise speech verbatim. Hunter enjoyed visiting with Tim and getting numerous special items autographed. His W15H also included a spectacular hotel stay with views of the Hollywood sign, delicious meals at some of L.A.’s best restaurants, a tour of the NFL Network Studio with NFL Redzone host, Scott Hanson, a tour of Dodger Stadium and a Dodgers replica ring and a full day at Disneyland. Hunter shared the following after his W15H, “Thanks to Tim Tebow for an awesome day! It was the best day of my life and I’ll never forget it!”
Dylan’s W15H
November 19, 2013
Dylan wished of meeting Tim because he looks up to him as a role model. Dylan is battling Cystic Fibrosis and before flying out to meet Tim, he had a special send-off party that included cake, gifts and a visit from Star Wars Storm Troopers and R2-D2! In Los Angeles, Dylan enjoyed quality one-on-one time with Tim and his favorite highlight was when Tim autographed his wheelchair. Dylan’s W15H experience included a shopping spree at the South Coast Plaza, sitting in the real Batmobile from the Batman movie, tours of Sony Pictures Studios, Warner Bros. Studios and other famous Los Angeles landmarks. Dylan summed up his experience saying; “Tim makes me feel happy when I am around him.”
Marissa’s W15H
January 31, 2014
Marissa, a 19-year-old from Jacksonville, FL who is in remission from rhabdomyosarcoma had her W15H experience in New York. Marissa had the opportunity to meet Tim and be on the set of Good Morning America with him! Marissa enjoyed seeing behind-the-scenes of the show, meeting the cast and spending time with Tim. She also was able to explore Central Park, shop at Macy’s, climb to the top of the Empire State Building and indulge in some sweet treats at Dylan’s Candy Bar. Marissa shared, “I can honestly say I have felt more special and more important than I ever have in my life!”
