Our Chapter 

Our Staff
Board of Directors
Laura Zebersky

Board Chair

Jazwares
Eugene Frenkel

Vice Chair

Legacy Wealth Group
Karen Ford

Treasurer

Bacardi
Jennifer Barnes
Medtronic
Caitlin Beck Stella
Joe DiMaggio Children's Hospital
Southwest Florida Advisory Board
Erin Dever
Office of U.S. Senator Rick Scott
Pam Blackwell

First Horizon

Lianne Caruso
Caruso Homes
Michele Eddy
Community Volunteer
Theresa Fletcher
Hotwire Communications
Suncoast Advisory Board
Nick Owens

Chair

POP Yachts & POP RVs
Sherra Fritz
WWSB ABC 7
Terri Klauber
Michael's on East
Luke Nicholas
Mariner Wealth Advisors
Phil Mancini
Michael's on East
Tampa Bay Advisory Board
Gary Godsey

Immediate Past Chair

Stream Realty
Ted Abrams
Joffrey's Coffee & Tea Company
Amanda Beauvais
L’Oreal USA
Marcus Fernandez
Kinney, Fernandez and Boire, PA
Medical Advisory Council
Dr. Laura D'Addese

Pediatric Heart Failure and Heart Transplantation

Joe DiMaggio Children's Hospital
Dr. Joanna Davis

Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Specialist

Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center/University of Miami Health System
Dr. Maggie Fader

Pediatric Hematology/Oncology

Nicklaus Children's Hospital/Kidz Medical Group

Media Center

Tiago

News Releases

View our latest news releases to learn about major wish-granting events, new sponsorships, campaigns and other news 

Angelina

In the News and Blogs

Newspaper and magazine articles, blogs and other media often tell stories about wishes. 

Wish kid Nicole

Media Kit

Access background information about Make-A-Wish, our history, accomplishments, creative assets and more. 

Managing Our Funds 

Make-A-Wish Southern Florida finances its endeavors through corporate sponsorships, special events, foundation grants and individual contributions. Make-A-Wish does not solicit funds by telephone and receives no federal or state funding. As a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization, all contributions are deductible to the extent permitted by law. The chapter's financial statements are audited locally by CliftonLarsonAllen LLP. 

Careers & Internships

At Make-A-Wish, we are more than a great place to work — our work is life-changing. We are an inclusive and diverse group of people who, through a mosaic of backgrounds, thought and experiences, are united in purposeful work. We are fueled and guided by our values — values that are represented in the inspired people we work with and the life-changing work we do, every day. 

We are always on the lookout for great talent who share in our passion. If you are interested in a career or internship with Make-A-Wish, check out our current open positions. 

Learn more about our Careers & Internships.

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