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Dan Dhruva

Dan Dhruva

Board Chair

VP/GM - OUTFRONT Media
Michelle Borke

Michelle Borke

Board Secretary

Regional Vice President, L.S West - Starbucks Coffee Company
Mark Allen

Mark Allen

Board Member

VP, Global Footwear Product Creation - Nike (Retired)
Emerging Leaders Board

Brock Argyropoulos

Member

VP of Estimating & Purchasing - Pavilion Construction

Brandon Barkley

Member

Manager Strategic Finance - USAble Life

Sara Berard, CSR

Member

Print and Promotional Strategies

Peter Chen

Member

Financial Analyst - OHSU

Jessica Cloutier

Member

Senior Director, Styling & Sales - Nordstrom

Amanda Deats

Member

Sr. Marketing Coordinator and Outreach Specialist – Bremik Construction
Ambassador Board

Ross Carey

Member

Executive Vice President, Metropolitan Banking - U.S. Bank

John Davidson

Member

President & CEO - Davidson Benefits Planning, LLC

Neil Grubb

Member

Owner - Craftwork Plumbing

William Hergenhan

Member

Chief Financial Officer - Foundation Fitness

Matt Hire

Member

Director of Strategic Accounts - Paxata

Rick Hogue

Member

Vice President & Financial Advisor - RBC Wealth Management
Careers & Internships
Employment Opportunities

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 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, check below for current open positions. 

Employment Opportunities

VP of Advancement

The Make-A-Wish Foundation of Oregon grants the wishes of local children with critical illnesses and seeks a Full-Time Vice President of Development to lead all aspects of mission advancement.  Major and Planned Giving focused Development professional would be the ideal candidate with 7+ years experience in nonprofit fundraising for $4M+ annual budgets. Management experience is strongly preferred as this position will manage a team of four experienced fundraisers and work collaboratively with a much broader team locally and nationally.  Relationship-based fundraising with up-to-date best practice use of technology and methods of complex giving would be ideal.  This position allows for some hybrid workdays and is based in Portland, OR.  Make-A-Wish offers full benefits including generous PTO and paid holidays.  Some travel is required. To read the full job description click here. To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to Kara Post at [email protected]

Intern Opportunities

Internship Opportunities 

We offer internship opportunities for college students interested in volunteer management, program services, marketing, public relations, fundraising and events. Internships are unpaid. Make-A-Wish will provide college credit for completing a 200-hour internship. Internship seasons are based on standard academic semesters. For more information, please email [email protected].

Current internship openings:

Not currently accepting any interns. 

Managing Our Funds

Make-A-Wish Oregon 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. We take our responsibility for the monies donated to our cause very seriously and are pleased to confirm that as of Q2 of FY23, the Make-A-Wish Foundation Oregon spent 81% of every dollar on wish granting and related program expenses. Only 5% of every dollar was spent on management and general costs and 14% was allocated to fundraising. For full financial details please review our most recent FY22 Audited Financial Statements, or our latest 990.  

Media Center

Access news releases, background information and recent news about Make-A-Wish and connect with our Communications team. 

Evelyn's wish to go to the Oregon Coast with her family.

News Releases 

View our latest news releases to learn about major wish-granting events, new sponsorships, campaigns and other news. 

Rini's wish to meet the Seattle Seahawks

In the News & Blogs 
 

Newspaper and magazine articles, blogs and other media often tell stories about wishes. 

Skye's wish to meet a mermaid

Media Requests 
 

Fill out this short form and our Communications team will respond as soon as possible. 

Cannon's wish to go to the All-Star game comes true!

Media Kit 
 

Access background information about Make-A-Wish, our history, accomplishments, creative assets and more. 

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