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Board of Directors
Richard Weissman
Chairman of the Board
Greg Baty
Jodi Siravo
Treasurer
Michael Appleton
Jennifer Barnes
Gal Bensaadon
Southwest Florida Advisory Board
Erin Dever
Chair
Susan Battaglia
Member
Lianne Caruso
Member
Michele Eddy
Member
Theresa Fletcher
Member
Amy Frith
Member
Suncoast Advisory Board
Renee Phinney
Chair
Terri Klauber
Fundraising Chair
Sherra Fritz
Member
Phil Mancini
Member
Luke Nicholas
Member
Lisa Olan
Member
Tampa Bay Advisory Board
John Flinn
Chair
Ted Abrams
Member
Kerry Allgire
Member
Brandon Day
Member
Tim Farrell
Member
Medical Advisory Council
Dr. Johanna Davis
Medical Advisor
Dr. Eric Eason
Medical Advisor
Dr. Maggie Fader
Medical Advisor
Dr. J. Blaine John
Medical Advisor
Mrs. Michele King
Medical Advisor
Dr. Ronald A. Ligon
Medical Advisor
Media Center
News Releases
View our latest news releases to learn about major wish-granting events, new sponsorships, campaigns and other news
In the News and Blogs
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Media Kit
Access background information about Make-A-Wish, our history, accomplishments, creative assets and more.
Managing Our Funds
Make-A-Wish Southern Florida finances its endeavors through corporate sponsorships, special events, foundation grants and individual contributions. Make-A-Wish does not solicit funds by telephone and receives no federal or state funding. As a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization, all contributions are deductible to the extent permitted by law.
The chapter’s financial statements are audited locally by CliftonLarsonAllen LLP.
Careers & Internships
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 out our current open positions.
Learn more about our Internships.
Contact Us
Make-A-Wish® Southern Florida, Inc.
Suite 201
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33314
Make-A-Wish® Southern Florida, Southwest Florida Regional Office
Suite 3
Bonita Springs, FL 34134
Make-A-Wish® Southern Florida, Suncoast Regional Office
Sarasota, FL 34232
Make-A-Wish® Southern Florida, Tampa Bay Regional Office
Suite 203
Tampa, FL 33609
Make-A-Wish® U.S. Virgin Islands
8168 Crown Bay Marina Ste 505
St Thomas, VI 00802-5819