Host a Fundraising Event
Hosting a fundraiser for Make-A-Wish® Illinois is easier than you might think. Start with an idea that works for you, and we’ll provide tools and resources to help you get started and make your event a success.
Let your creativity shine! Community supporters have turned all kinds of ideas into fundraisers — from golf tournaments, raffles and sporting events to comedy nights, dinner dances, fashion shows, musical performances, bike rides, seasonal activities and more. Whatever you choose, your event can help bring the power of a wish to children across Illinois.
To get started, contact our Community Engagement team at communityevents@illinois.wish.org to get your fundraiser approved by signing a licensing agreement before you begin promoting your event.
Wish alum Neysa presents Make-A-Wish Illinois CEO Casey Marsh with a donation from her business, Cookies & Crumbs (2026)
The McLean County Chamber of Commerce recognized the life-changing impact of wishes and the 10th Anniversary of the volunteer organized and led Wine for Wishes fundraiser held in Bloomington. (2026)
Students from Patton Elementary School in Arlington Heights present Make-A-Wish Illinois Community Engagement Manager Ashley White with a donation from their annual Walk-A-Thon fundraiser. (2026)
The students of Dunlap High School Make-A-Wish Club held a variety of fundraisers including Make-A-Wish week, shirt, and donut sales and a Nothing Bundt cakes fundraiser. The students were inspired by several wish recipients and a desire to make a difference. (2024)
Riggs Beer Co. (Champaign) FUNdraising Committee (2023)
Golfing for Wishes in Joliet (2019)