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President and Chief Executive Officer
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Director of Operations
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Director of Mission Delivery
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Communications Manager
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Sr. Mission Delivery Coordinator
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Board Chair
Vice Chair
Treasurer
Make-A-Wish Idaho 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.Â
At Make-A-Wish, we take our responsibility for the monies donated to our cause very seriously and are pleased to confirm that according to the fiscal year 2019 audit results, Make-A-Wish Foundation Idaho spent 73% of every dollar on wish granting and related program expenses. Only 8% of every dollar was spent on management and general costs and 19% was allocated to fundraising. For full financial details please review our most recent, 22-23 Audited Financial Report, FY23 Impact Report, our latest 990.Â
We are proud to be a BBB Northwest and Pacific Accredited Charity Seal Holder, having met all 20 BBB Standards for Charity Accountability.Â
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.Â
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We are currently hiring a special events coordinator.Â
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Media Kit
Access background information about Make-A-Wish, our history, accomplishments, creative assets and more.
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Chapter Newsletter
Enjoy our WishNews newsletter, which provides a summary or our chapter activity.
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News Releases
View our latest news releases to learn about major wish-granting events, new sponsorships, campaigns and other news.
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In the News & Blogs
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Make-A-Wish® Idaho
Boise, ID 83702
Make-A-Wish® Idaho - North Idaho Office
Post Falls, ID 82854