On this day in 1980, Chris’ wish to be a police officer came true. His wish inspired the movement we know today as Make-A-Wish®. It’s the whole reason we celebrate World Wish Day® today: to honor his memory by granting more transformative wishes like his.

But the reason that I’m reaching out to you today is because there are thousands of kids who are waiting for their own wishes to come true, and Make-A-Wish relies on supporters like you to provide them with life-changing wish experiences.

That’s why I’m so thrilled to share this news: All donations will be matched 10X by our generous partners at Vivid Seats, up to $250,000, through their charitable foundation, Vivid Cheers. That means your gift today will go 10 TIMES as far for kids like ...

The impact of a wish extends far beyond the wish day itself. These experiences have the power to not only provide a child with transformational joy as they face a critical illness, but they can even lead to better health outcomes and better odds of overcoming an illness. That’s because it gives kids the support and encouragement they need to persevere.

I can’t bear the thought of any child having to wait even one unnecessary day for their wish to come true, which is why I’m turning to you today – while your gift will go 10 times as far toward changing more children’s lives through the impact of a wish. 

So please, will you make a gift now to have it matched 10X toward providing more kids with the hope and strength of a wish? A match opportunity like this only comes around in the most pivotal moments of the year, so I hope you’ll take full advantage before it expires at midnight.

I’m filled with gratitude to know that caring people like you are carrying Chris’ memory and legacy forward through this mission to grant more wishes in his honor. Thank you so much.

Mary English Bell
Make-A-Wish