Compassion
We meet families with warmth, empathy, and care in every interaction.
Our Story
A Father's Promise. A Community's Purpose.
Monique-A-Wish began as a way to honor Monique's memory and has grown into a community-driven mission bringing hope, dignity, and support to families in need.
John ScottFounder, Monique-A-Wish
Founder
Founded with Love and Purpose
John Scott helped build and lead Monique-A-Wish—a mission born from remembrance and sustained through community care.
John Scotthelped build and lead Monique-A-Wish as a way to honor his daughter Monique's memory and to serve families across Emporia with the same compassion he would want for his own loved ones.
What began as a father's promise has grown into a community-rooted nonprofit—guided by volunteers, donors, and neighbors who believe every family deserves dignity, practical support, and someone willing to show up when life gets hard.
Under John's leadership, the mission has remained clear: help families through holiday assistance, back-to-school support, and emergency aid—always with warmth, respect, and the heart of a community that cares.
“Every family deserves hope, dignity, and someone willing to show up when life gets hard.”
The Beginning
Founded in Love, Built for Families
A father's promise became a movement—and a community answered the call.
Monique-A-Wish was founded in memory of Monique—a daughter whose light continues to inspire every act of service we offer. What began in grief became a mission rooted in love, remembrance, and a deep desire to give back to families walking difficult paths.
From the start, this work has never been about wealth or status. It has been about heart—showing up for neighbors with the same compassion we would want for our own loved ones.
Today, Monique-A-Wish helps families through Christmas celebrations, back-to-school support, and emergency assistance—programs designed to restore dignity and hope when it matters most.
In Their Words
A Mission From the Heart
These words capture the spirit behind everything we do.
“Every family deserves hope, dignity, and someone willing to show up when life gets hard.”
“We're not rich folks. This is all from the heart.”
“This all started with my daughter, Monique.”
Our Journey
From One Act of Love to a Growing Mission
Each chapter of our story has been written by families, volunteers, and a community that believes in showing up.
Chapter 1
Founded in Memory of Monique
Monique-A-Wish began as a promise to honor a beloved daughter and keep her spirit alive through acts of love.
Chapter 2
Helping a Few Families First
What started as helping a small number of families revealed how deeply our community needed compassionate support.
Chapter 3
An Annual Christmas Celebration
The mission grew into a cherished holiday gathering—gifts, meals, and moments of joy for families across Emporia.
Chapter 4
Year-Round Support
Programs expanded to back-to-school assistance and emergency aid, serving families beyond the holiday season.
Chapter 5
Growing for the Future
Today we are preparing for broader reach and grant opportunities to sustain and expand our community impact.
What Guides Us
Our Mission Values
These principles shape every program, every gift, and every moment we share with families.
Dignity
Every family deserves to be seen, respected, and celebrated—not just helped.
Community
Neighbors, volunteers, and partners unite to multiply hope across Emporia.
Hope
We believe love can outlast loss and light the way through hard seasons.
Service
Practical support delivered consistently—from holidays to everyday emergencies.
Legacy
Monique's memory lives on in every gift given and every family served.
Why It Matters
More Than Items—Moments That Matter
Monique-A-Wish is not just about giving things. It is about creating experiences where families feel seen, supported, and celebrated.
A wrapped gift at Christmas. A backpack before the first day of school. Emergency supplies when crisis arrives unannounced—these are practical helps, but they carry something deeper: the message that someone cares.
For grant partners, donors, and volunteers alike, our work represents accountable, community-rooted service with a clear origin story and a lasting purpose. We are proud to serve Emporia with transparency, compassion, and a commitment to grow responsibly.
Help a Family Today
Every contribution directly supports families in Emporia.
Become Part of the Mission
Your support helps create real moments of hope.
Take Action
Help Carry Monique's Legacy Forward
Every gift, every volunteer hour, and every shared story keeps Monique's memory alive—and brings hope to families who need it most.
Help a Family Today
Every contribution directly supports families in Emporia.
Become Part of the Mission
Your support helps create real moments of hope.
100% community-focused. Every gift serves local families in need.