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Our Staff

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Karen Davis

President and CEO

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Jennifer Connery

Chief Operating Officer

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Sara Thompson

Chief Development Officer

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Sherri Collins

Vice President of Marketing & Brand Advancement

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Julie Pendell

Vice President of Philanthropy

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Our Board

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Julie Booth

Chair

Chief Financial Officer, Rocket Companies, Detroit

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Rob Casalou

Vice Chair (Elect)

President & CEO, Trinity Health Michigan, Ann Arbor

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John Lallo

Vice Chair of Strategy

Partner, Orka Solutions, Wyoming

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Kenneth Stanecki

Treasurer

Chief Financial Officer, TEAM Schostak Family Restaurants, Livonia

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Todd Van Tol

Secretary

Senior Vice President Health Care Value, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, Canton

Careers & Internships

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 transformational 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, check out our current open positions.

Employment Opportunities

Make-A-Wish Michigan does not have any employment opportunities currently available. Open positions will be posted here, so please refer to this page for future employment opportunities with Make-A-Wish Michigan.

Internship Opportunities

Communications Internship

Graphic Design & Marketing Internship

Wish-A-Mile (WAM) Bicycle Tour Special Events Extended Internship

Wish-A-Mile (WAM) Bicycle Tour Special Events Internship

Signature Events Internship

Donor Team Internship

Development & Donor Relations Internship

Data & Information Services Internship

Volunteer Services Internship

Managing Our Funds

Michigan wishes are made possible through corporate sponsorships, special events, foundation grants and individual contributions. However, we do not solicit funds by telephone. As a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization, all contributions are deductible to the extent permitted by law. Our financial statements are audited by CliftonLarsonAllen LLP.

At Make-A-Wish, we take our responsibility for the monies donated to our cause very seriously. Over the last five years Make-A-Wish Michigan, on average, has spent 76.6% of every dollar on wish granting and related program expenses, 6.5% of every dollar was spent on management and general costs and 16.9% was allocated to fundraising. For full financial details please review our most recent audited financial statements.

FY 2019 990 FY19 Audited Financials

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