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The People Who Make Wishes Possible

“ The wish gets the whole family involved. ”
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Tammy Brickner ,

child life specialist

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Each year, Marcel collects donations for Make-A-Wish instead of birthday gifts.

Marcel dedicates his birthday to helping wish kids

Meet wish-granting volunteer Dylan.

Volunteer Dylan gives back to the community

Wish recipient Shelbi is now an active wish-granting volunteer.

From Wish Receiving to Wish Granting: Shelbi’s Story

For Sue and Frank Genzale, wish granting involves the whole family.

Wish-Granting: A Family Affair

Therese and her son, Lucas

Wish mom gives back to help future wish kids

Dr. Doug Hawkins with wish recipient Gary.

Dr. Hawkins prescribes wishes to more than 300 patients

Wish child Ian Robbins

Remembering Wish Kid Ian: Trick or Treat for Wishes

Ryan sees that his time make a tangible difference in the lives of local kids.

Volunteers like Ryan make a big difference in the lives of local kids

Volunteer Laura Shaw

Paying it Forward: Volunteer Laura Shaw

Valeria loves volunteering with Make-A-Wish.

Wish granter Valeria finds family with Make-A-Wish®

Dorothy Laiti

Volunteer Dorothy goes the extra mile for Alaskan wish kids

Wish-granting volunteer Paul Mader.

Wish-Granting Volunteer Paul Mader and the “Positive Power of Giving”

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News & Updates

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March 12, 2018

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February 22, 2018

Wishtoberfest 2017

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October 16, 2017

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