Volunteers help grant wishes in many ways and are matched to positions based on ability, interest, and position availability. Please consider your skills, goals, and motivation for volunteering when deciding which of these positions best suits your interests.

Wish Ambassador
Shares the magic of the Make-A-Wish Foundation at a variety of functions. We provide the information; wish ambassadors provide the passion to tell our story to social and professional groups, federal and state employee groups, and student groups, to name a few. Best suits volunteers with flexible schedules and a knack for public speaking and who have some prior knowledge of or experience with the Foundation..

Wish Apprentice
Joins the wish-granting team to help with specific special assignments relating to a child’s wish. Finding a special gift, planning magical decorations, or arranging a memorable send-off are just a few of the assignments wish apprentices may take on. Best suits youth volunteers between the ages of 16 and 18 with enthusiastic commitment and fantastic follow-through.

Wish Assistant
Joins our office staff team to help answer the telephone, stuff envelopes, input computer data, or assist with special office projects. Computer skills helpful. Best suits volunteers with great customer service skills, an adaptable attitude, and daytime availability.

Wish Consultant
Assists the Foundation by sharing a specific talent as needed. Wish consultants may help with graphic design on publications, photography at special events, or scrapbook designs for completed wishes. Best suits volunteers with limited but flexible time and significant expertise in a critical need area.

Wish Granter
Meets with a wish child to discover, plan, and fulfill a wish. Wish granters work in teams of two and use resources wisely by seeking donated goods and services for each wish. Volunteers commit their time to make the wish as unique as each child and a lasting, memorable experience for each wish family. Best suits volunteers over the age of 21 with creative energy, entrepreneurial enthusiasm, and the ability to give freely of their time.This position requires a one-year minimum commitment.

Wish Magician
Creates a framework of magic through planning, organizing, and implementing successful fund-raising events and fun family reunion activities. Wish magicians may work on event committees, take on committee leadership roles, or help out on the event day. Whatever the role, wish magician volunteers can determine their own level of involvement, allowing for great flexibility. Best suits volunteers with creative determination, a passion for people, and a commitment to getting the job done.