Make-A-Wish® Foundation of Greater Pennsylvania and Southern West Virginia

Our Mission

 

The Make-A-Wish Foundation® of Greater Pennsylvania and Southern West Virginia grants wishes of children with life-threatening medical conditions to enrich the human experience with hope, strength and joy. We are proud to have served more than 12,500 children in 57 Pennsylvania and 23 West Virginia counties in our 28-year history.

More than 85% of all donations fund wish granting activities.

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Spot Says… Plum Borough School District is the #1 Make-A-Wish fund raising school district in the country.

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Featured Wish

Reid Has Boatloads of Fun on His New Pirate Ship Playset

As someone who always likes an adventure, Reid knew right away that he wanted a pirate ship play set for his wish. He knew the pirate ship was something that he could use every day and thought it would make the perfect addition to his backyard. more
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  • Deep Sea Fishing
  • Giddy Up!
  • A Fairytale Wish
  • A MONSTER WISH
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Heinz® Vinegar and PAAS® Easter Egg Dyeing Kits Donate $25,000

A big thank you to Heinz® Vinegar and PAAS® Easter... more

W.R. Paynter Elementary School Teachers Dance for Wishes

Move over Hines Ward -- the teachers of W.R. Paynter... more

Got Miles? Donate them to Make-A-Wish!

More than 75% of wishes involve air travel. Help wishes... more
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The student council at Ross Elementary School, which has been heading up efforts at their school for our Make-A-Wish kids since 1992, raising a total of over $53,000, joins WISH 99.7's Dan Dunlap and Make-A-Wish staff member Dana Antkowiak. Dana Antkowiak interviews Santa Claus, who made a surprise appearance at the campaign. Reagan and Kayla March were thrilled that they were presented with Wish Partner Certificates as they worked at their annual Lemonade and Bake Sale stand in front of CIty Hall in Pottsville, PA. Jake Wilson had just one wish for his Billy is pictured here with York Regional Manager Ann Waltman.  Billy, you ROCK!