Cheraque Martin is only 15 years old, but begged her mother for an early sweet 16 party. She has a life threatening illness, so thanks to the intervention of the Make a Wish Foundation, Cheraque was able to have her party a little early. The Make a Wish Foundation and Gala Events, Inc. teamed up to make a very special sweet 16 at the Park Hyatt in D.C. Gala transformed the room into a glitzy disco full of bright lights, bling and excitement to ensure the night was a special one to remember.