I wish to go to New York
Alexandra
18
leukemia
40th Birthday Summer Miles Drive
Wishes are priceless, but travel costs add up.
Did you know that airline tickets are our single biggest expense when it comes to granting life-changing wishes? That’s why we went big with a MILLION-MILE goal for our chapter’s 40th Birthday Summer Miles Drive. Thanks to your incredible generosity, we exceeded our goal and reached a record breaking 1,562,172 miles—that's enough to send six wish families can on life-changing trips.
Though our campaign has officially ended, you can still donate miles and continue making wishes come true!
How to donate miles:
- Follow one of the links below to donate your miles
Pledged miles from the following airlines will count toward the campaign and the match: Alaska, American, Delta, jetBlue, Southwest, and United.
THANKS to you, we've exceeded our million-mile goal!
Donate Airline Miles
Alaska Airlines
Visit Alaska Airlines' website, log in, and select Make-A-Wish Greater Bay Area when donating
Delta and United Airlines
Fill out the form to donate your miles. Have your Airline Account Number handy!
Other Airlines
For Southwest, American, and jetBlue, head to our web page and find the direct link to donate
Airline Miles Donations: FAQs
What airlines does Make-A-Wish accept miles from?
Alaska, American, Delta, JetBlue, Southwest, and United
Is there a minimum number of miles I need to donate?
Alaska: 1,000-mile minimum
American: 1,000-mile minimum
Delta: 1,000-mile minimum
JetBlue: 500 point minimum
Southwest: 2,000 point minimum
United: 500-mile minimum
Can I donate miles from more than one airline to count toward the campaign?
Yes, just please fill out a separate pledge form for each airline/donation.
Is my airline mile donation tax deductible?
No, it is not. This is a determination made by the IRS because miles are a reward from the airline.
What if I don't know my mileage account number?
If you do not have your mileage account number, please contact the airline directly:
Alaska – 800-252-7522
American Airlines – 800-433-7300
Delta – 800-323-2323
Jet Blue – 800-538-2583
Southwest – 800-435-9792
United – 800-421-4655
What are the benefits of donating my unused airline miles?
Once you donate your airline miles, they never expire and will be used to send wish kids and their families on amazing trips.
Your unused miles will bring joy to wish kids like Rhydian!