Fantasy RV Tours (FRVT), a leader in guided RV travel, raised $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, Georgia, the popular annual Homecoming Rally brings together both returning guests and first-time travelers for a week of connection, celebration and shared experiences, FRVT said. 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 and 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, FRVT said.
“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.
