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Make-A-Wish Southern Florida grants wish to help 7-year-old boy swim with dolphins in Florida Keys

Summary by The Miami Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Jayme Berezdivin, as published by WSVN 7 News · July 25, 2026 · 1 min read

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FLORIDA KEYS, FLA. (WSVN) – A special wish granted by Make-A-Wish Southern Florida made waves in the Florida Keys. Seven-year-old Jhmael Jackson, who has a rare neurological disorder, received a special opportunity to meet and swim with dolphins at Island Dolphin Care thanks to Make a Wish Southern

Why this matters in The Miami

The granting of Jhmael Jackson's wish to swim with dolphins in the Florida Keys is a heartwarming reminder of the impact that organizations like Make-A-Wish Southern Florida can have on families in Miami-Dade County and beyond. For children like Jhmael, who face unique challenges due to rare neurological disorders, experiences like this can be particularly transformative. The fact that the water is Jhmael's happy place is also notable, given Miami's extensive coastline and the many families who call the city home. As a hub for families from Latin American and Caribbean communities, Miami is also home to a diverse range of children who may benefit from organizations like Make-A-Wish. The experience Jhmael had in the Florida Keys will undoubtedly stay with him and his family, and it highlights the importance of such organizations in providing joy and respite to those who need it most.

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Category: sports · Published: July 25, 2026 · Source: WSVN 7 News · Reading time: 1 min

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Byline on source page	Jayme Berezdivin, as published by WSVN 7 News
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Source published	Jul 25, 2026
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Make-A-Wish Southern Florida grants wish to help 7-year-old boy swim with dolphins in Florida Keys

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