Volunteer

Join a caring community of volunteers who transform lives. Together, we can make countless wishes come true.

Your time and unique talents bring strength, joy, and hope to wish kids when they need it the most. In fact, our volunteers are at the heart of every wish experience.

Volunteering with Make-A-Wish is more than giving your time. It’s about making a life-changing impact. Our volunteers consistently describe their experience as meaningful and rewarding.

Where Volunteers are Needed Most

We are currently prioritizing Wish Granting Volunteers who are bilingual, especially those fluent in Spanish, as well as volunteers in the following areas:

  • Baltimore County
  • Eastern Shore
  • Frederick County
  • Prince George’s County
  • Loudoun County
  • Prince William County

Wish Granters work in pairs to meet with wish kids and their families to help discover their heartfelt wishes. You’ll then collaborate with our staff to make those wishes a reality.

This role is ideal for someone who is:

  • Ready to make a long-term commitment
  • Compassionate, reliable, and a desire to help others
  • Comfortable with online systems and digital forms
  • A strong communicator with cultural sensitivity
  • Comfortable soliciting in-kind donations

Other Volunteer Opportunities

  • Office volunteers: Assist chapter staff with miscellaneous tasks, including phone calls, wish research, data entry, filing, and mailings.
  • Skills-based volunteers: Use your skills, such as carpentry, interior design, landscaping, photography, or more, on an as-needed basis to support wishes.
  • Events volunteer: Plan, organize, and implement successful fundraising events by working on event committees, helping on the event day and/or participating in the event.

Volunteer Requirements & Next Steps

Applicants must be at least 18 years of age to apply. All wish granters will be required to complete a criminal background check with the organization.

Ready to get started? Apply today!

For more information on the role and how to get involved, please email volunteer@midatlantic.wish.org.