‘Make A Wish’ with MasterCard

MasterCard Greece joins forces with the “Make A Wish” Foundation
Athens. - For this Christmas, MasterCard® becomes the guardian angel for the children of “Make A Wish” foundation in Greece, offering them a chance to smile, by making their wishes come true.

In this wider framework, a promotional campaign is planned for all cardholders of MasterCard, Gold MasterCard and Platinum MasterCard from 15/11/2008 until 31/12/2008. The contest includes prizes beyond any imagination such as trips to favourite European destinations, flying with an airplane as co-captain, cooking lessons from a famous chef and “Make a Wish” T-shirts.

By sending a simple SMS to 54340, the same day of any purchase or up to two days later, the cardholders of MasterCard, immediately enter the competition and be informed about winning one of the instant dreamy gifts. At the end of the promotion all MasterCard cardholders who made transactions within the specific period get a chance to win the grand prize: a trip for two to a European destination.

MasterCard’s campaign aims at donating to the children of “Make A wish” Foundation in Greece these seemingly unfulfilled wishes until now, making this Christmas season as magic as it should be…

Georgios Sideris, General Manager, MasterCard Europe in Greece stated: “We are honored that this Christmas we will help children from the “Make A Wish “Foundation make their dreams come true and helping them gain strength for continuing their difficult and harsh journey through life. These children are an example for all of us and we want more than anything to support and show our commitment in building a better future for them”.

The “Make A Wish” Foundation gives hope and strength to children aged 3-18, who suffer from life threatening diseases. MasterCard, firmly believing that the value of giving is …priceless, throws falling stars at the sky, so as to share some unforgettable moments with the children that should regain their dreams.