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Our Staff
Our Board
Kim McCaslin
Board Chair
Bruce Platzman
Board Vice Chair
Liz Brunner
Board Member
Rich Gotham
Board Member
Timothy Grady
Board Member
Paul Grossman
Board Member
Rhode Island Advisory Council
William Loehning
Rhode Island Advisory Council Chair
Tyla Bucher
Rhode Island Advisory Council Member
Michael Busam
Rhode Island Advisory Council Member
Julie Duffy
Rhode Island Advisory Council Member
Scott Lisi
Rhode Island Advisory Council Member
Medical Advisory Council
Dr. Kathleen Calenda
Medical Advisory Council Member
Dr. Alicia Casey
Medical Advisory Council Member
Dr. Sara Ford
Medical Advisory Council Member
Dr. Amy Kritzer
Medical Advisory Council Member
Dr. Mindy Lo
Medical Advisory Council Member
Dr. Bram Raphael
Medical Advisory Council Member
Honorary Board
Steve Barnes
Member, Honorary Board
Greg Gailius
Member, Honorary Board
Philip T. Glynn, MD
Member, Honorary Board
Daniel Kraft
Member, Honorary Board
Kenneth V. McGraime
Member, Honorary Board
Gregg Ribatt
Member, Honorary Board
Careers & Internships
At Make-A-Wish® Massachusetts and Rhode Island, 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.
We are always on the lookout for great talent who share in our passion. If you are interested in a career or internship with Make-A-Wish Massachusetts and Rhode Island, we encourage you to check back often for career and internship opportunities.
Current Career Opportunities
Thank you for your interest in employment with Make-A-Wish Massachusetts and Rhode Island.
Vice President, Marketing and Communications
Make-A-Wish® Massachusetts and Rhode Island seeks a talented, creative, and collaborative individual to serve as Vice President of Marketing and Communications. This Boston-based leader will manage a small team in developing and executing a marketing and communications strategy to advance organizational goals and expand the reach of the Make-A-Wish® brand in the region.
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Make-A-Wish Massachusetts and Rhode Island is committed to providing a work environment in which all employees enjoy equal employment opportunities. All employment-related decisions are made without regard to a person’s race, color, creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, disabilities, sexual orientation, or any other basis which is illegal under applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Current Internship Opportunities
Thank you for your interest in volunteering in our offices. We offer various opportunities in our offices located in Boston and West Springfield, MA, and Providence, RI. Please submit your inquiry, including cover letter and resume, to Krista Bishop at [email protected], and indicate your interest areas and overall timeframe of availability.
Managing Our Funds
Make-A-Wish Massachusetts and Rhode Island 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.
At Make-A-Wish Massachusetts and Rhode Island, 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 Massachusetts and Rhode Island spent 78% of every dollar on wish granting and related program expenses. For full financial details please review our most recent FY19 Audited Financial Statements, FY19 Fact Sheet, or our latest 990.
We are proud to be a BBB Rhode Island Accredited Charity Seal Holder, having met all 20 BBB Standards for Charity Accountability.
Financials
Fiscal Year 2019: IRS Form 990 Audited financial statements
Fiscal Year 2018: Audited financial statements
Fiscal Year 2017: IRS Form 990 Audited financial statements
Fiscal Year 2016: IRS Form 990 Audited financial statements Annual Report 2016
Fiscal Year 2015: IRS Form 990 Audited financial statements
Fiscal Year 2014: IRS Form 990 Audited financial statements
Fiscal Year 2013: IRS Form 990 Audited financial statements
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Make-A-Wish® Massachusetts and Rhode Island
Boston, MA 02110
Make-A-Wish® Massachusetts and Rhode Island, West Springfield Office
Suite 12
West Springfield, MA 01089
Make-A-Wish® Massachusetts and Rhode Island, Providence Office
East Providence, RI 02915