Make-A-Wish Metro New York and Western New York Employee Directory
Non-profit OrganizationsNew York, United States51-200 Employees
Make-A-Wish Metro New York and Western New York is a mid-sized nonprofit operating as the New York City-area chapter of Make-A-Wish America. It grants wishes to children with critical illnesses, with the goal of delivering positive, transformative experiences that help families cope with challenging treatments. By coordinating donors, volunteers, and referrals, the chapter mobilizes resources to provide these experiences and foster hope for a better future. Based in New York City, it serves the Metro New York and Western New York region. It functions within the broader nonprofit sector dedicated to pediatric illness, focusing on individualized wish experiences that support resilience for both children and their families. Nationally, Make-A-Wish notes that a wish is granted about every 35 minutes, with ongoing efforts to accelerate fulfillment to reach every eligible child.