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August 5, 2018
John Cena: Car Lover & Make-A-Wish Supporter

John Cena is best known for one thing: Throwing his fellow World Wrestling Entertainment competitors around a wrestling ring. Cena has been the face of WWE for almost 10 years and is a multiple-time world champion. But he has two pursuits outside of the ring that also consume a lot of time: his cars and helping Make-A-Wish.

Cena's Garage

Cena's car collection features a lot of American muscle cars. He regularly drives a 1971 AMC Hornet SC/360, reportedly due to the rarity of the vehicle – AMC went out of business in 1988. However, Cena is a collector of current muscle cars as well as the classics. Here's a list of what Cena has in his ample collection:

  • 1966 Dodge Hemi Charger
  • 1969 AMC AMX
  • 1969 COPO Chevrolet Camaro
  • 1969 Dodge Daytona
  • 1970 AMC Rebel Machine
  • 1970 Buick GSX
  • 1970 Buick GSX
  • 1970 Mercury Cougar Eliminator
  • 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass Rallye 350
  • 1970 Plymouth Superbird
  • 1970 Pontiac GTO Judge
  • 1971 Ford Torino GT
  • 1971 Pontiac GTO Judge
  • 1971 Plymouth Road Runner
  • 2006 Dodge Viper
  • 2006 Ford GT
  • 2007 Dodge Charger SRT-8
  • 2007 Ford Mustang Saleen Parnelli Jones Limited Edition
  • 2009 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1

Cena was featured on the SyFy Network television show "Dream Machines," where a Corvette C7 was stripped down to the frame. Parker Brothers Concepts built him the Incenarator, a futuristic, custom-designed vehicle complete with a flamethrower, limited-edition 24-inch rims and a three-piece canopy that opens up for Cena to exit out of. The car was featured in the Gumball 3000 rally that went from Copenhagen to Monaco.

Make-A-Wish Record-Holder

In his wrestling career, Cena takes a backseat to no one. It's no different than in his work for Make-A-Wish. Cena is the all-time record-holder for most wishes granted through Make-A-Wish - he grants wish No. 500 on Aug. 24, 2015. He was awarded the Chris Greicius Award in 2009 for his efforts on behalf of Wish Kids. The award is named for the child whose wish was the foundation Make-A-Wish was built upon.

WWE and WWE Superstars have been granting wishes with Make-A-Wish for more than 30 years and have donated a significant amount of funds to help cover costs associated with many of those wishes. Cena continues to be one of the most-frequently requested celebrity wishes. Make-A-Wish honored WWE Superstar John Cena and WWE for their contributions to wish kids by dedicating a WWE-themed conference room in the charity’s global headquarters in Phoenix.

"WWE wishes have been popular since early in the Foundation’s history and we are proud to count the WWE and its Superstars as longtime supporters,” said David Williams, President and Chief Executive Officer for Make-A-Wish, when the room was dedicated in 2012. “John Cena’s commitment to our mission and his connection with our wish kids make him one of our best wish ambassadors. We are grateful for everything John and WWE have done, and we look forward to them granting many more wishes in the future."

Use Your Car To Help Make-A-Wish

You don't have to be a celebrity to help Wish Kids have their wish granted. If you have an unwanted vehicle, you can make a vehicle donation to Wheels For Wishes benefiting Make-A-Wish. Make-A-Wish chapters around the country are dedicated to helping children with life-threating medical conditions. If you want to help their goal of granting wishes, please consider making a car donation to Wheels For Wishes, the car donation program benefiting Make-A-Wish. We offer you a great tax deduction, free towing and an easy way to support an important cause. To donate your car, boat, RV, motorcycle or other vehicle, please call [chapter_phone] or fill out our online car donation form

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August 2, 2018
Choose Car Donation For Giving Tuesday On Nov. 27

You have probably heard of Black Friday or Cyber Monday, but have you heard of Giving Tuesday? It’s not about looking for good deals on holiday shopping, fighting the crowds, or checking off your holiday shopping list. Dec. 2 is Giving Tuesday, a day dedicated to giving back. Consider car donation this Dec. 2, which is the perfect opportunity to give back to your community and make wishes come true for local children. 

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August 1, 2018
Donate Your Car Today In Honor Of Giving Tuesday

We’ve made it through Thanksgiving Day, Black Friday, and Cyber Monday, but now it’s time for the most important day of them all – Giving Tuesday. While you may have overindulged on Thanksgiving dinner or spent too much of your hard-earned money on Black Friday or Cyber Monday, Giving Tuesday is a time to give back and help others who may not be as fortunate. 

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August 1, 2018
Grant Wishes For Ohio Kids At The Big Wish Gala

It’s easy to grant wishes and to benefit Make-A-Wish Ohio, Kentucky & Indiana! All you have to do is donate a car, truck, motorcycle, SUV, RV, or boat, and donate it to Wheels For Wishes, benefiting Make-A-Wish Ohio, Kentucky & Indiana. Wheels For Wishes helps to turn your old car into a wish for a local child. Your donation helps kids all over Ohio, Kentucky, and Indiana.

Alternately, you can help grant wishes at the Big Wish Gala in Cincinnati tomorrow, March 2nd, also benefiting your local Make-A-Wish Ohio, Kentucky & Indiana! The Big Wish Gala will grant wishes while also providing a fun night of cocktails, dinner, and a silent auction.

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August 1, 2018
How You Can Help Kids With Cancer In September

September Is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. Learn the facts on how you can help kids with cancer this September. 

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April 11, 2018
You Won't Want To Miss The Make-A-Wish Illinois Wish Ball May 19

The Wish Ball is Make-A-Wish Illinois' premier fundraising event, raising more than $1 million each year to grant wishes across the state. Celebrity appearances, great food and an exciting auction make for a fun night, but what really makes the Wish Ball great is the kids whose lives can be filled with hope, strength and joy as a result! 

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April 10, 2018
5 Tips on Giving to Charity

There are countless causes out there in need of your support, but then it becomes a complicated decision of which charity to which to donate. Here are a few tips from CharityWatch.org to help aid you in giving wisely.

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April 7, 2018
Celebrating World Health Day The Right Way!

April 7 is World Health Day! This year the theme of World Health Day is “Health for All” and we can all do a little something to be healthier in our everyday lives! Staying healthy is a great way to stay positive, motivated and inspired! If you’re wondering how to spend your World Health Day this […]

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April 1, 2018
Attend A BIG Wish Gala For Make-A-Wish Ohio, Kentucky and Indiana

If you’re looking for ways to help your local Make-A-Wish Ohio, Kentucky and Indiana, you’re in luck, and there are two places to get dressed up and get involved: The 2013 BIG Wish Gala and Auction in Cleveland or Indianapolis.

The Cleveland BIG Wish Gala takes place on at the Legends Club at the Cleveland Browns Stadium (100 Alfred Lerner Way) on Thursday, April 11. The Indianapolis BIG Wish Gala presented by Monarch Beverage and Pam and Joe Davis at the Marriott Downtown Indianapolis (350 West Maryland St.) on Wednesday, April 17. That event will again be hosted by NFL star Dallas Clark.

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February 14, 2018
Donate Your Car This Valentine’s Day To Benefit Kids

Valentine’s Day is a great time to show love. This year, on top of your usual plans, spread the joy of a valentine to local kids facing critical illnesses. If you have an unwanted car you’ve been looking to either sell or scrap, Wheels For Wishes has a way for you to make Valentine’s Day […]

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January 22, 2018
Wheels For Wishes On West Coast Customs

You get the chance to step inside rock and roll history on January 23, when the new season of Inside West Coast Customs premieres 9 p.m. EP/PT. Green Day donated their first ever tour bus, the Bookmobile, to Wheels For Wishes who noticed it was a diamond in the rough. They reached out to West […]

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December 28, 2017
Your Top 3 Questions About Year-End Car Donations Answered

The end of the year is only a few days away, but there's still plenty of time to make your last minute car donation! If you planned on making a car donation this year but never got around to it, now is your chance to get that crossed off your list. 

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December 4, 2017
Musical Ways To Make Dreams Come True In Indiana And Ohio

Make-A-Wish Ohio, Kentucky and Indiana is giving you two chances to make dreams come true while listening to your favorite tunes. The 21st Annual 99.5 WZPL Request-A-Thon in Indiana and Christine’s Christmas Holiday Concert in Ohio give you an opportunity to make a life-changing donation to Make-A-Wish with the benefit of either hearing your favorite […]

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November 28, 2017
Consider Make-A-Wish Car Donation On Giving Tuesday

As the day after Thanksgiving, Black Friday, kicks off the shopping and spending spirit heading into the holiday season, Giving Tuesday starts the charitable season in the U.S. This year, on Nov. 28, you can join the Giving Tuesday movement by donating to charity. With so many great local charities and volunteering opportunities available you […]

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November 10, 2017
How To Celebrate Forget-Me-Not Day

No matter how far away you are from the ones you love you will never forget them. Whether you have friends or family who live far away or have lost loved ones; today is a great day to show how much they still mean to you. National Forget-Me-Not Day is a holiday meant to remind […]

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November 3, 2017
Make-A-Wish Iowa Turns On The Festive Holiday Lights

Make-A-Wish is bringing the lights to Iowa with two awesome events this November. Tour De Lights and Jolly Holiday Lights are two chances to have fantastic family fun while helping to make dreams come true for local children facing critical illnesses. Whether you prefer running, biking or simply spectating through magical light displays, Make-A-Wish Iowa […]

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October 26, 2017
Trunk-Or-Treat Makes Dreams Come True For Local Kids

Make-A-Wish Ohio, Kentucky and Indiana is delivering a special treat to the Louisville, Ky. area. On the day before Halloween, you can support local kids through Make-A-Wish while having a fun-filled evening with a Halloween twist! This free event aims to raise support of the amazing mission of Make-A-Wish, so you can help by inviting […]

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October 26, 2017
Great Opportunities For A Night Out

There are two fantastic events happening in Boston, Mass. and Providence R.I. Whether you want to get dressed up or would like something a little more low-key, these two events are perfect for you. Wine And Wishes Don’t miss this awesome event-taking place at the University of Massachusetts Club, October 27 at 6 p.m. This […]

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October 12, 2017
Don’t Pay For Winter Boat Storage! Donate Your Boat Instead!

When winter comes, your storage space gets tighter. Perhaps you have to store your boat, your summer car or your motorcycle. On top of that, you would generally prefer to have your daily car in a warm garage rather than sitting in the cold. Storing your extra vehicles for the entire winter can be a […]

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October 3, 2017
Walk For Wishes To Make Dreams Come True For Local Kids

Walk For Wishes is stepping into Philadelphia and Susquehanna Valley to benefit Make-A-Wish! Local kids facing critical illnesses will get to live their dreams from the proceeds of these events! This October, you can either walk for wishes in Philadelphia on Oct. 8 or Susquehanna Valley on Oct. 29. If neither of those dates work […]

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Wheels for Wishes benefiting Make-A-Wish®, Wheels for Wishes & Wellness benefiting local children's hospitals and charities, Vehicles for Veterans benefiting disabled veterans, and Animal Car Donation benefiting animal rescue organizations.

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