Policies
Each day, the Make-A-Wish Foundation receives many inquiries about the Foundation policies. This section should provide answers to any questions you may have. However, if you still did not find the answer you are looking for, please contact the Make-A-Wish office nearest you for assistance.
Chain Letter Policy
As a matter of policy, the Make-A-Wish Foundation does not conduct wishes of any kind that involve chain letters or any other types of direct solicitation, including Internet and e-mail requests. Read more
The Onion “Unlimited Wishes” Spoof Video Appears on Internet
We have received inquiries from supporters about an Internet video that depicts a fictional news broadcast, “Today Now!” The video includes a report about a “wish kid” whose wish for unlimited wishes has put the Make-A-Wish Foundation’s future in jeopardy. The “Today Now!” segment is not true and all characters, including wish child “Chad,” are fictitious. Read more
Firearms
In January 2000, safety concerns led the Make-A-Wish Foundation to conclude that it is not in the best interests of the children we serve for us to continue considering wishes that involve firearms, hunting bows, or other hunting or sport-shooting equipment. This was never intended as a value judgment or an advocacy position against hunting or gun ownership. Read more
Telemarketing And Door-to-Door Solicitation
Despite a growing number of telemarketing calls being placed to homes in the United States that appear to be from the Make-A-Wish Foundation, the charity in fact does not and never has employed telemarketers to raise money. Read more
Our Privacy Policy
Personal contact information is not shared with any organization outside of the Make-A-Wish Foundation and our agents (reputable companies we use for services, such as sending Make-A-Wish Foundation mail). Read more
