Join Make-A-Wish Texas Gulf Coast and Louisiana’s Teen Leadership Council to help create life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses while engaging with like-minded students in your community!

TLC members work to spread awareness and raise vital funds for Make-A-Wish Texas Gulf Coast and Louisiana. Students must be in grades 9-12 in the 2026-2027 school year and be able to commit to attending monthly virtual meetings from October– April.

Applications are open for the 2026-2027 term for Louisiana-based students through October 9th. Apply HERE. 

TLC gives students the opportunity to:

• Learn more about philanthropy, teamwork and leadership
• Spread awareness and raise vital funds for Make-A-Wish Texas Gulf Coast and Louisiana
• Help give back to children with critical illnesses right in their local community
• Earn Volunteer Hours
• Receive a Letter of Recommendation

Do you know a student who would be a great addition to the Make-A-Wish Teen Leadership Council?

To nominate a student or get more information, contact: 
Madison Montgomery
Director of Community Fundraising
mmontgomery@texgulf.wish.org
(713) 703-6857