Make-A-Wish® Greater Bay Area is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that fulfills the wishes of children between the ages of 2 1/2 and 18 who have critical illnesses. Make-A-Wish® has granted more than 375,000 wishes in the U.S. and its territories since our inception in 1980. Last year, Make-A-Wish granted more than 16,200 wishes throughout the U.S. and its territories. Our chapter was founded in 1984, we serve 17 counties in Northern California, from Siskiyou to Monterey. Our chapter has granted more than 9,800 wishes to date and grants around 350 life-changing wishes per year.

Our chapter is supported by several generous and active Advisory Councils, a Youth Board, and our new Wish It Forward alumni community. Read more.

Make-A-Wish Greater Bay Area finances endeavors through corporate sponsorships, special events, foundation grants and individual contributions. However, we do not solicit funds by telephone and receive no federal or state funding. As a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization, all contributions are deductible to the extent permitted by law. Our financial statements are audited locally by CliftonLarsonAllen LLP. 

For full financial details please review our most recent FY23 Audited Financial Statements, FY23 Impact Report or our latest 990s: FY23, FY22, FY21.  

We are proud to be a BBB Accredited Charity Seal Holder, having met all 20 BBB Standards for Charity Accountability. 

Join our Make-A-Wish Greater Bay Area team! 

Our staff is made up of everyday heroes just like you, whose talents and skills play a role in bringing every child's wish to life. We strive to create a sense of community and an environment where we warmly embrace our wish families, volunteers, and colleagues. Joining our chapter means becoming part of a mission that believes in the power of a wish. Are you ready to be a part of something extraordinary?

Open staff positions

None currently. Check back soon for summer internships!