search
cart
facebook twitter linkedin youtube
  • Sign In
  • Create Account
  • Sign Out
  • My Account
  • HOME
  • NEWS
  • PRODUCTS
    • CHOCOLATE
    • NEW PRODUCTS
    • GUMS & MINTS
    • GUMMIES & JELLIES
    • HARD CANDY
    • LICORICE
    • NOVELTY CANDY
    • CANNABIS CANDY
    • FRUIT & NUT CANDY
  • INGREDIENTS
    • SWEETENERS
    • FLAVORS & COLORS
    • CHOCOLATE INGREDIENTS
    • FRUITS & NUTS
    • NUTRITIONAL
    • FUNCTIONAL
  • EQUIPMENT
    • PROCESSING
    • PACKAGING
  • EXCLUSIVES
    • GLOBAL TOP 100
      • SUBMIT YOUR COMPANY
    • SWEET 60
    • STATE OF THE INDUSTRY
    • RETAILERS
    • MANUFACTURERS
  • TRENDS
    • SUSTAINABILITY
    • BETTER-FOR-YOU
    • SUGAR-FREE
    • VEGAN
  • DIRECTORY
  • MORE
    • BLOG
    • ENEWSLETTER
    • VIDEOS
    • PODCASTS
    • STORE
    • WEBINARS
    • CONTACT
      • CONNECT
    • ADVERTISE
    • EVENTS
      • Sweets & Snacks Expo
  • Back to SFWB
Candy IndustryCandy ProductsRetailersNew Candy ProductsChocolate ProductsGummies & Jellies

IT'SUGAR debuts Make-A-Wish Chocolate Bar, Wish Bears for World Wish Month

The chocolate bar's packaging was designed by Declan, age 9, winner of IT'SUGAR's competition.

By Liz Parker Kuhn
IT'SUGAR debuts Make-A-Wish Chocolate Bar, Wish Bears for World Wish Month

courtesy of: IT'SUGAR

April 4, 2024

IT’SUGAR, one of the largest specialty candy retailers in the U.S., has launched its exclusive Make-A-Wish Chocolate Bar and Gummy Wish Bears, arriving early April in all IT’SUGAR locations. The releases coincide with World Wish Month and Make-A-Wish’s nationwide campaign leading up to World Wish Day on April 29.

In partnership with Make-A-Wish, IT’SUGAR recently held a nationwide competition inviting wish kids to design a one-of-a-kind chocolate bar to be produced and sold across IT’SUGAR stores. The winning design, selected from countless entries, was created by an imaginative 9-year-old, Declan, representing Make-A-Wish Central and Northern Florida.

The retail price of the Make-A-Wish Chocolate Bar is $2.00, and the retail price of the Gummy Wish Bears is $1.00.

“We are thrilled to introduce the Make-A-Wish Chocolate Bar and Wish Bears as part of IT’SUGAR’s commitment to giving back to the community,” says Justin Clinger, assistant vice president, creative and marketing at IT’SUGAR. “This initiative not only satisfies sweet cravings but also helps make wishes come true for children facing challenging circumstances. We’re honored to play a part in spreading joy during World Wish Month.”

The Make-A-Wish Chocolate Bar, set to hit shelves in early April, will offer candy enthusiasts the chance to indulge in a delectable treat while supporting a worthy cause. The one-ounce Wish Bear bags will also be joining the collection of IT’SUGAR exclusive Make-A-Wish products. Wish Bears will be available at registers as an optional add-on to every purchase. With each purchase, 20% of the proceeds will be donated to Make-A-Wish, contributing to the organization’s mission of granting life-changing wishes to children battling critical illnesses. Additionally, over the last four years, IT’SUGAR has donated a remarkable $1.2 million to Make-A-Wish through Wish Pop sales, furthering their impactful work in fulfilling the dreams of children across the nation. 

"We’re so grateful that IT'SUGAR continues to be committed to finding innovative ways to raise funds for Make-A-Wish during World Wish Month. Their contributions play a vital role in granting the wishes of children who are battling unimaginable circumstances," said Flo Bryan, the chief corporate alliances officer at Make-A-Wish America. 

IT’SUGAR is a member of BBX Capital Corporation’s family of companies and a subsidiary of BBX Sweet Holdings. For more information, visit itsugar.com. 

KEYWORDS: IT'SUGAR Make-A-Wish Foundation

Share This Story

Looking for a reprint of this article?
From high-res PDFs to custom plaques, order your copy today!

Liz200

Liz Parker Kuhn is the senior editor of Candy Industry and Snack Food & Wholesale Bakery, and has worked at BNP Media since 2012. She has written for CBS Detroit as well as for her own blogs. She earned a Bachelor of Arts in Creative Writing from the University of Michigan. Liz can be contacted at (248) 839-7156 or at parkerkuhne@bnpmedia.com.

Recommended Content

JOIN TODAY
To unlock your recommendations.

Already have an account? Sign In

  • cookies stacked

    The top 50 snack and bakery companies of 2024

    The top-selling companies among baking and snack players...
    Top 50 Snack and Bakery Companies
    By: Jenni Spinner and Liz Parker Kuhn
  • IHOP new menu inspired by "IF" movie

    Most popular new products: May 2024

    Products range from a Reese’s Puffs collaboration with...
    Bakery Products
    By: Liz Parker Kuhn
  • state of the industry bakery: 2024

    State of the Industry 2024: Bakers continue to show resilience and creativity

    For the past several years, the baking industry has faced...
    Bakery Products

 

More Videos

consumer behaviors webinar


Get Connected!

FACEBOOK x YOUTUBE LINKEDIN

Connect with us on Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, or LinkedIn to receive updates and to network with other industry professionals just like you!


Related Articles

  • Keebler and Make-A-Wish celebrate $1M+ donation milestone for World Wish Day

    Keebler and Make-A-Wish celebrate $1M donation milestone for World Wish Day

    See More
  • Keebler and Make-A-Wish celebrate $1M+ donation milestone for World Wish Day

    Keebler and Make-A-Wish celebrate $1M+ donation milestone for World Wish Day

    See More
  • Keebler debuts limited-edition Make-A-Wish Celebration Cookie plus additional cookie varieties

    Keebler debuts limited-edition Make-A-Wish Celebration Cookie plus additional cookie varieties

    See More

Related Products

See More Products
  • Organic Production and Food Quality: A Down to Earth Analysis

  • Optimizing Social Media from a B2B Perspective

  • 1118939778.jpg

    Confectionery and Chocolate Engineering: Principles and Applications, 2nd Edition

See More Products

Events

View AllSubmit An Event
  • October 18, 2012

    Baking Employee Benefits Without Medical Coverage: A recipe for disaster or a competitive advantage?"

    Register to participate in the ABA Webinar, "Baking Employee Benefits Without Medical Coverage: A recipe for disaster or a competitive advantage?"
  • June 14, 2012

    Building a Regulatory Strategy for Marketing Food Supplements in Europe: The key steps to a successful product launch

    Highlights of the event include:clarifying the EU regulatory framework for food supplements and identifying what is not harmonised across the EU: vitamins, minerals, herbs and other bioactive substances among others.
View AllSubmit An Event
×

Snack on the latest trends, news, and developments!

Stay in the know with Snack Food & Wholesale Bakery, the premier source of information for snack, bakery, and confectionery professionals.

JOIN TODAY!
  • RESOURCES
    • Advertise
    • Contact Us
    • Directories
    • Store
    • Want More
  • SIGN UP TODAY
    • Create Account
    • eMagazine
    • Newsletter
    • Customer Service
    • Manage Preferences
  • SERVICES
    • Marketing Services
    • Reprints
    • Market Research
    • List Rental
    • Survey/Respondent Access
  • STAY CONNECTED
    • LinkedIn
    • Facebook
    • YouTube
    • X (Twitter)
  • PRIVACY
    • PRIVACY POLICY
    • TERMS & CONDITIONS
    • DO NOT SELL MY PERSONAL INFORMATION
    • PRIVACY REQUEST
    • ACCESSIBILITY

Copyright ©2026. All Rights Reserved BNP Media, Inc. and BNP Media II, LLC.

Design, CMS, Hosting & Web Development :: ePublishing