MAKE A WISH FOUNDATION OF GREATER VIRGINIA

Tens of thousands of volunteers, donors and supporters advance the Make-A-Wish vision to grant the wish of every child diagnosed with a critical illness. In the U.S. and its territories, a wish is granted every 34 minutes. A wish can be that spark that helps these children believe that anything is possible and gives them the strength to fight harder against their illnesses. This one belief guides us and inspires us to grant wishes that change the lives of the kids we serve.

Make-A-Wish America was founded in 1980 when a group of caring individuals helped a young boy fulfill his dream of becoming a police officer. Since its humble beginnings, the organization has blossomed into a worldwide phenomenon and is now the largest wish granting charity in the world.

Make-A-Wish Greater Virginia has been granting wishes since August 1987. Through fundraising, donor support, and the help of volunteers, Make-A-Wish Greater Virginia has been able to grant the wishes of over 5,000 children throughout the Commonwealth.

Volunteers are the backbone of making wishes come true!

They help a child determine a heartfelt wish, assist at events, or support office operations. Share your time and talents as a volunteer and transform a child’s life.