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About Make-a-Wish
Since 1980, the Make-A-Wish Foundation® has enriched the lives of children with life-threatening medical conditions through its wish-granting work. The Foundation's mission reflects the life-changing impact that a Make-A-Wish® experience has on children, families, referral sources, donors, sponsors, and entire communities.

The Make-A-Wish Foundation was founded in 1980 after a little boy named Chris Greicius realized his heartfelt wish to become a police officer. Since its humble beginnings, the organization has blossomed into a worldwide phenomenon, reaching more than 144,000 children worldwide.

Although it has become one of the world's most well-known charities, the Make-A-Wish Foundation has maintained the grassroots fulfillment of its mission.

A network of more than 25,000 volunteers enable the Make-A-Wish Foundation to serve children with life-threatening medical conditions. Volunteers serve as wish granters, fund raisers, special events assistants, and in numerous other capacities.

As the Foundation continues to mature, its mission will remain steadfast. Wish children of the past, present, and future will have an opportunity to share the power of a wish®.

How you can help
Since its founding, the Make-A-Wish Foundation® has fulfilled its mission thanks to the millions of individuals, organizations, and corporations that have supported the organization by volunteering, donating, sharing the Make-A-Wish® message, and participating in the wish experience. Individuals interested in supporting the Make-A-Wish cause will find opportunities to help, regardless of location, income, or time commitment.
Here are some ways that you can support the cause:

Volunteer
The Make-A-Wish Foundation is dependent upon its volunteers to drive the wish process. More than 25,000 volunteers worldwide ensure that all qualified children receive a quality wish. Thanks to hardworking volunteers helping to share the power of a wish®, more than 144,000 children have experienced moments of hope, strength, and joy from a Make-A-Wish experience. Learn more about volunteer opportunities at the Make-A-Wish chapter nearest you by visiting the Volunteer section of their Web site.

Make a donation
Giving to the Make-A-Wish Foundation is easy, and there are plenty of options. Donations can be received online or via mail. From monthly giving to tribute donations to workplace giving, generous people make the wishes of extraordinary children come true. In addition to money or in-kind services, you can also help by donating airline miles and hotel points. To make a donation to the Make-A-Wish Foundation, click here.

Become a corporate sponsor
The Make-A-Wish Foundation's corporate partners make a difference in the lives of wish children and their families. Through a variety of unique and meaningful cause-related alliances, companies are able to build their respective brands while supporting the Make-A-Wish Foundation, locally and nationally.

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