Ways to Help Us 

Thanks to passionate supporters like you, Make-A-Wish shines a light of hope for children fighting critical illnesses when they need it most. Together, we create life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses during their darkest days. Whether you are an individual donor, corporate sponsor, fundraising advocate or volunteer, your generous support transforms lives, one wish at a time. 
Frankie sees snow
Join the WishMaker's Society

To meet the need of every eligible child, we must grant 120 wishes annually. The WishMaker's Society is a beacon of hope that illuminates the path for children facing unforeseen health challenges and their families. 

I wish to go to the Avengers Premiere.
Donate Monthly
 

You can become a monthly giving donor and make a big difference for local children – transforming lives, one wish at a time – every month of the year. 

Making donation
Donate for Wishes

When you donate your gently used clothing, shoes, and household items to America's Thrift Stores, Make-A-Wish East Tennessee benefits.

Sheppard smiling at his new fish tank.
Start a Fundraiser

Whether it’s through athletic events, lemonade stands or birthday fundraisers, passionate supporters rally their networks to grant wishes in their communities. 

Chloe doing her virtual celebrity visit with Matt Patrick
Volunteer

They are at the airport greeting a wish family, delivering gifts or helping a child determine a heartfelt wish. Share your time and talents as a volunteer and transform a child’s life. 

Craig at University of Tennessee helping Coach
Become a Corporate Sponsor 

Our generous local corporate sponsors help grant life-changing wishes through innovative and customized sponsorship programs. Learn how your company can make a difference today! 

Tristan
Learn about Other Ways to Support Wishes

Whether you donate airline miles, Adopt-A-Wish® or establish a charitable giving plan – there are so many ways you can transform kids' lives. 

For Cause Marketing

For Cause Marketing

Many local and national partners of Make-A-Wish will hold special shop for cause events to support our mission.