Fantasy RV Tours Raises $200K for Make-A-Wish Foundation
Fantasy RV Tours raised a record-breaking $200,000 for Make-A-Wish during its 2026 Homecoming Rally in Georgia, helping grant wishes for children with critical illnesses.
From left: Nel Filliger, Founder & CEO, Fantasy RV Tours; Kara Haselton, Tour Leader Director, Fantasy RV Tours; Tim Earley, CEO, Make-A-Wish Georgia; Stacey Rabung, President & COO, Fantasy RV Tours; Wayne Adams, Sales Director, Fantasy RV Tours
LAS VEGAS — Fantasy RV Tours (FRVT), a world leader in guided RV travel, raised a record-setting $200,000 for the Make-A-Wish Foundation during its 2026 Homecoming Rally, doubling the total raised the previous year.
Held April 7-12 at the Coastal Georgia RV Resort in Brunswick, Ga., the popular annual Homecoming Rally brings together both returning guests and first-time travelers for a week of connection, celebration, and shared experiences. Attendees have the opportunity to meet FRVT’s tour leaders and staff while enjoying a full schedule of activities designed to build community.
This year’s event featured a trolley tour of historic Jekyll Island, a dolphin and marine life cruise, a Richland Rum distillery tasting, daily activities, travelogue seminars, themed parties, dancing, and more. A signature highlight of the week is the live charity auction, where wrapped “mystery boxes,” each topped with a humorous clue, spark spirited bidding and plenty of laughter.
During the two-hour auction, guests contributed $100,000. FRVT and Founder & CEO Nel Filliger matched those donations, bringing the total to $200,000. The funds will support Make-A-Wish Georgia in directly granting wishes for children with critical illnesses. This amount is enough to make at least 20 wishes come true.
From left: Nel Filliger, Founder & CEO, Fantasy RV Tours, with Make-A-Wish kid Elijah and his family.
“Make-A-Wish is a cause that is near and dear to my heart,” said Filliger. “Since 2015, we’ve raised nearly $800,000 to help bring joy and hope to children and families, just as they once did for my grandson, Dylan.”
Filliger’s grandson, Dylan Prunty, passed away at age 16 after battling a rare genetic disease. During his time in Children’s Hospital Los Angeles, Dylan developed a passion for building intricate LEGO creations. His wish was to visit Legoland and ride a train. Through Make-A-Wish, that dream became a reality. Dylan not only enjoyed a special trip to Legoland, but also worked with LEGO Master Builders to design a model of the hospital where he received care, and returned home on a memorable train journey with his family.
“Make-A-Wish captures each child’s dream and brings it to life with care,” Filliger added. “It means everything to the child, and to their families.”
“We are deeply grateful to our guests for embracing this mission alongside us, and to Make-A-Wish for the life-changing work they do to uplift children and families during incredibly difficult times,” she said.
About Fantasy RV Tours
FANTASY RV TOURS is the world leader in curated RV caravans and rallies, now with over 100 popular routes and destinations available annually for guests of varying interests. Over 80,000 guests have experienced the joy of stress-free travel with Fantasy RV Tours since 1991, driven by four generations of family inspiration and passion. Visit the website: fantasyrvtours.com