Looking for a fun and meaningful way to give back? Make-A-Wish Colorado offers two youth volunteer opportunities for students to help create more life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses.

Learn more about the Youth Leadership Council and Youth Wish Champions below to find your best fit. Applications for the 2026–2027 term will open in June 2026. If you’re interested in applying, please complete this interest form to be notified when applications open.

Have questions or want to nominate a student? Contact Hannah Beasley at hbeasley@colorado.wish.org.

📍 In-person meetings (Make-A-Wish Colorado office) 
🎓 High school students only (grades 9–12) 
🗓️ Monthly meetings (2 hours): October–May 
💰 Raise $1,000 and share the mission of Make-A-Wish in your community 

Why Join: 
• Develop leadership and teamwork skills 
• Network with local professionals 
• Connect with passionate students across Colorado 
• Volunteer with a world-renowned nonprofit 
• Build confidence in fundraising and help grant life-changing wishes! 

YLC is ideal for high school students in the Denver-metro area who are ready to take on a hands-on leadership role through monthly in-person meetings and collaborative fundraising. 

💙 Thank you to our 2024 - 2025 Youth Leadership Council for raising over $50,000 online and securing more than $30,000 in auction item value for Make-A-Wish Colorado. We are grateful for your passion and commitment to our mission. Because of you, more wishes came true!

📣 Stay up to date and connect with us on Instagram @wishcoloradoylc. 

💻 Virtual meetings (statewide) 
🎓 Middle & high school students (grades 6–12) 
🗓️ Bi-monthly meetings (1 hour): Oct, Dec, Feb, Apr 
💰 Raise $1,000 and share the mission of Make-A-Wish in your community 

Why Join:  
• Connect with passionate students across Colorado 
• Volunteer with a world-renowned nonprofit 
• Build confidence in fundraising and help grant life-changing wishes! 

YWC is perfect for middle or high school students anywhere in Colorado looking for a flexible, virtual way to support Make-A-Wish Colorado through fundraising and awareness activities.