Make-A-Wish Foundation

Make-A-Wish
FormationApril 29, 1980 (1980-04-29)
Type501(c)(3) non-profit organization
PurposeFulfilling the wishes of children with critical illnesses
HeadquartersPhoenix, Arizona, U.S.
Region
International
President & CEO
Leslie Motter[1]
Websitewish.org

The Make-A-Wish Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded in the United States that helps fulfill the wishes of seriously ill children. The organization is headquartered in Phoenix[2] and operates through its 58 chapters located throughout the United States. Make-A-Wish also operates in about 50 other countries through 40 international affiliates.[3] Professional wrestler John Cena holds the title for the most wishes granted by a single individual, at over 650 wishes.[4][5]

References

  1. ^ "National Leadership". wish.org. Retrieved 2023-01-05.
  2. ^ "Our History - Make-A-Wish America". 26 August 2025.
  3. ^ "Make-A-Wish around the world: More than 50 countries". 26 August 2025.
  4. ^ Sandy Cohen (2018-03-19). "John Cena shares his love for kids and how they inspire him". AP NEWS. Retrieved 2019-04-08.
  5. ^ Traina, Jimmy (4 May 2020). "Pandemic Can't Stop John Cena From Continuing to Grant Wishes". Sports Illustrated. Retrieved 12 February 2021.