About the Make-A-Wish Foundation®
"We grant the wishes of children with life-threatening medical conditions to enrich the human experience
with hope, strength and joy."
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 250,000 children around the world.
"Make-A-Wish® makes a huge difference in kids’ lives. When there isn’t a cure, there is still something positive in their lives to look forward to." — Joanne, Primary Children’s Medical Center Social Worker
A network of nearly 25,000 volunteers enable the Make-A-Wish Foundation® to serve children with life-threatening medical conditions. Volunteers serve as wish granters, fundraisers, special events assistants and in numerous other capacities.
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 250,000 children around the world.
"Make-A-Wish® makes a huge difference in kids’ lives. When there isn’t a cure, there is still something positive in their lives to look forward to." — Joanne, Primary Children’s Medical Center Social Worker
A network of nearly 25,000 volunteers enable the Make-A-Wish Foundation® to serve children with life-threatening medical conditions. Volunteers serve as wish granters, fundraisers, special events assistants and in numerous other capacities.
Learn about the Illinois Chapter of the Make-A-Wish Foundation®
Diane MacWilliams lost her son at age 5, but she did not lose the inspiration his short life brought her. After hearing about Make-A-Wish® through a magazine article, Diane found out that a few families were interested in opening a chapter in the Chicago area and decided to do something. Teaming up with a number of other professionals in the communications field, Diane created Make-A-Wish Foundation of Northern Illinois' first Board of Directors in 1985. In 2010, the Make-A-Wish Foundation® of Illinois celebrated its 25th Anniversary. As the regions largest and most well-known wish granting organization, the Foundation has granted nearly 10,000 wishes across the state. Today, more than 1,400 volunteers and 41 staff members work to grant the wishes of Illinois children.
Learn more about the Illinois Chapter at http://www.wishes.org/ A special thank you to Ashley Nichele, Development Manager - Community Events for helping us host Walk for Wishes. Contact her at [email protected] if you would like help hosting a community event in your area.
Learn more about the Illinois Chapter at http://www.wishes.org/ A special thank you to Ashley Nichele, Development Manager - Community Events for helping us host Walk for Wishes. Contact her at [email protected] if you would like help hosting a community event in your area.