World Wish Month

This World Wish Month, we’re determined to grant as many wishes as possible on the anniversary of the very first wish that inspired our mission. Join us in celebrating wishes past, present, and future by making a donation, attending an event, supporting in-store fundraisers, and more.
Wish Ambassador Emmi
Donate 

Help create joy in your community by making a gift today.

Wish Ambassador Peyton with Star
Star Seekers

In celebration of World Wish Month, blue stars are popping up all across the region. Spot one and you will be entered to win a visit to Kah-Nee-Ta Resort & Spa.

Bubsfest
Bubsfest

The Reedsport community is coming together to celebrate Brian, lovingly known as Bubs, by granting his wish to have a hometown parade and carnival.

Wish Ambassador Becky
Attend an Event

Experience the magic of wishes firsthand at a World Wish Day event near you! 

Wish Ambassador Hadley and Family
Start a Fundraiser

Help make wishes come true across Oregon and Southwest Washington by starting a fundraiser as an individual, team, or business.

Wish Ambassador Tobias with Lion
Find an In-Store Promotion

Find businesses around you that are supporting World Wish Day with an in-store fundraising promotion.

McKenna with Alaska Pin
Donate Alaska Miles

Our official airline partner, Alaska Airlines, will match up to 1 million airline miles donated to Make-A-Wish Oregon. 

Wish child Chris Greicius in his official hat
History of World Wish Day

Make-A-Wish® traces its inspiration to Christopher James Greicius, an energetic 7-year-old boy battling leukemia, who wished to be a police officer.