At Make-A-Wish, we rely on the generosity of supporters like you to help grant thousands of wishes for children with critical illnesses each year.
Circle of Stars is our dedicated community that recognizes donors who contribute $1,000 to $9,999 annually – whether through a single one-time gift or multiple donations throughout the year.
By joining Circle of Stars, you become part of a compassionate network committed to giving children the hope, strength and joy they need to fight – and even overcome – their critical illnesses.
Why Your Support Matters:
For every wish we grant, two more children are still waiting. With your support, we can move closer to our vision of granting the wish of every eligible child.
Every 20 minutes, another child is diagnosed with a critical illness. Now more than ever, the hope and joy that a wish brings is essential to these children – and you have the power to make those wishes come true.
Wishes create lasting impact. Most children whose wishes we grant go on to overcome their illness and live fulfilling, healthy lives – and they often credit their wish for giving them the physical and emotional strength they needed to fight their critical illness.
Why Join Circle of Stars?
By giving $1,000 or more annually, you’ll become part of an extraordinary community of compassionate supporters – and enjoy meaningful, exclusive benefits:
Personalized updates on the wishes you help bring to life
Invitations to special events, including local wish reveals where you can witness the joy you’ve made possible
Direct access to a dedicated Make-A-Wish staff member for support and connection
Ongoing recognition and appreciation that celebrates your incredible impact
And so much more – because your generosity truly transforms lives
“My wish was not just a vacation for my family – it was way bigger than that. It put my life back together, and it gave me a chance to go back to what it was like before cancer … I forgot about having cancer, IVs and being sick.”
– Troy, wish kid
“Make-A-Wish is ranked as one of the most trusted organizations, and that is very important to me, because if you're going to donate to something, you want to know that the resources actually are going to the purpose that it's intended. And I have seen that over and over with Make-A-Wish, that they want more funds so they can give more wishes.”
– Wanda, Make-A-Wish donor
“You can see exactly where your dollar is going. It's going directly to impact wish children and wishes are being granted daily … The organization [is] trustworthy and the best out there.”
– Selin, Make-A-Wish donor
Questions? Contact Us.
If you have any questions about joining our Circle of Stars, please don’t hesitate to reach out to Amy Scott, Circle of Stars Program Manager, at amyscott@wish.org. We’re here to help and excited to welcome you into this impactful community.
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Your Impact: Because of You, Wishes Come True
Heather's Journey from Wish Mom to Volunteer
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Addie's Wish to Give Her Community a Youth Cancer Support Network
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Grace's Wish to go on a Ski Trip With Her Family
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Chris' Wish to be a
Police Officer
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Florence's Wish to Have a Play Farmyard at Her School
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Jayce's Wish to be a
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At Make-A-Wish, we rely on the generosity of supporters like you to help grant
thousands of wishes for children with critical illnesses each year.
Circle of Stars is our dedicated community that recognizes donors who contribute
$1,000 to $9,999 annually – whether through a single one-time gift or multiple donations
throughout the year.
By joining Circle of Stars, you become part of a compassionate network committed to giving children the hope, strength and joy they need to fight – and even overcome – their critical illnesses.
