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Make-A-Wish has become the largest wish-granting organization in the world and can be found in nearly 50 countries around the globe.
Make-A-Wish International serves children outside the United States in nearly 50 countries on five continents through its 40 affiliates, while Make-A-Wish America grants the wishes of children in the United States and its territories through its 62 chapters. With the help of generous donors and over 40,000 volunteers around the world, Make-A-Wish has granted more than 415,000 wishes worldwide since inception.
Make-A-Wish International serves children outside the United States in nearly 50 countries on five continents through its 40 affiliates, while Make-A-Wish America grants the wishes of children in the United States and its territories through its 62 chapters. With the help of generous donors and over 40,000 volunteers around the world, Make-A-Wish has granted more than 415,000 wishes worldwide since inception.
Overview
Location
Netherlands, North Holland, Hilversum
Employees
501-1000
Phone
+31 35 740 0800
Founded date
1980
Mentions in press and media 23
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| Sep 1, 2026 | Hope is Essential: Make-A-Wish® International Calls for Support to Grant Wishes this Childhood Cancer Awareness Month | Jerida from Tanzania with the sewing machine she wished for Wish child Jerida receives her sewing machine As I take up the role of President and CEO of Make-A-Wish International, I am inspired by stories like Jerida’s and the life-changing ... |
| Aug 5, 2026 | Make-A-Wish International appoints Dorothee van Vredenburch as President and CEO | Dorothee Van Vredenburch Dorothee will succeed Luciano Manzo, who is retiring after six and a half successful years leading Make-A-Wish International. I look forward to working with colleagues, Affiliates, partners, volunteers and supporter... |
| Jun 1, 2026 | On Global Day of Parents, Make-A-Wish International highlights the impact of wishes on families | Keoni and his family at the beach in Scotland Wish child Keoni from Switzerland with his family in Scotland These moments of joy, connection and togetherness can have a lasting impact, which is why every eligible child should have the chanc... |
| Apr 27, 2026 | World Wish Day To Be Celebrated Around the World as Make-A-Wish® Marks Its Global Impact | A group of musicians lead the way in the Wish Walk organised by Make-A-Wish Greece L-R Eugene and Linda Pauling, Make-A-Wish co-founder, Luciano Manzo and Sylvia Hopkins-Hanneman of Make-A-Wish International, Sandra Zafirakopoulou of Make-A... |
| Mar 31, 2026 | This April, Make-A-Wish Celebrates World Wish Month by Honoring WishMakers Everywhere | 8-year-old Ying Xuan from Taiwan, living with neuroblastoma, wished to be a mermaid World Wish Month Events and celebrations around the world invite people to join the mission and help create life-changing wishes for children with critical ... |
| Mar 18, 2026 | Make-A-Wish® International and Uber Join Forces to Drive Hope Across Latin America | Make-A-Wish International partners with Uber App Make-A-Wish International partners with Uber App BOGOTA, COLOMBIA, March 18, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Make-A-Wish® International has announced a new partnership with the Uber app to help br... |
| Oct 28, 2025 | Make-A-Wish International Presents Research on the Long-Term Impact of Wish Granting at Pediatric Oncology Conference | Make-A-Wish International's Jenny Cook and Dr. Hannah Roberts presenting research on the impact of a wish The Make-A-Wish International booth at the SIOP conference The children's charity presented groundbreaking research at the S... |
| Sep 4, 2025 | Make-A-Wish International Launches Global Appeal for Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, Featuring New Animated Campaign | 8-year-old Arsyla from Indonesia is living with cancer and wished to be a doctor The campaign, titled “Help Their World Open Up” highlights the life-changing impact of wishes granted to children diagnosed with critical illnesses. For childr... |
| Apr 29, 2025 | Make-A-Wish® International Celebrates World Wish Day With the Launch of Make-A-Wish Sri Lanka | Wish child Rasindu experiences his wish to meet singer Amisha Minol Wish child Rasindu meets singer Amisha Minol Wish child Rasindu meets singer Amisha Minol Events Around The World Will Mark The Anniversary Of The Wish That Inspired The Ma... |
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FAQ about Make-A-Wish Intl
When was Make-A-Wish Intl founded?
Make-A-Wish Intl was founded in 1980.
What has the press written about Make-A-Wish Intl?
Parsers VC has collected 23 articles mentioning Make-A-Wish Intl, among them “Hope is Essential: Make-A-Wish® International Calls for Support to Grant Wishes this Childhood Cancer Awareness Month” (Sep 1, 2026) and “Make-A-Wish International appoints Dorothee van Vredenburch as President and CEO” (Aug 5, 2026).
Is Make-A-Wish Intl still active?
Yes, Make-A-Wish Intl is active; its latest activity on Parsers VC dates from Nov 2, 2026.