Make A Wish Foundation of Kansas

We grant the wishes of children with life-threatening medical conditions
to enrich the human experience with hope, strength and joy.

   
Managing Our Funds FAQ

What are the sources of funding?
Donations from individuals provide a significant amount of our income. Other revenue comes from outside fundraisers, corporate donations, sponsorships, workplace giving, grants, memorials or tributes, bequests and endowments. We host internal fundraising events each year: Team Up for Wishes, Loaf Off: A Meatloaf Competition, Runway Wishes Fashion Show.  Other revenue comes from external fundraisers, where groups or organizations hold events on our behalf and National Corporate Sponsor campaigns and promotions.  Funds raised in Kansas go toward Kansas wish kids! 

How much of my donation goes to granting wishes?
Based on our most recent independent annual audit, 76% of every dollar donated goes to our program services.

How much does a wish cost?
Through in-kind donations of goods and services, the average cost of a wish is $6,500.  However, wishes can vary greatly and be much more or less expensive than that average.

Is there any cost to the family?
There is no cost to the family in fulfilling a child's wish.  The entire family living in the same residence (siblings under 18) is encouraged and able to participate in the wish experience whenever possible.  All wish expenses are fully covered including any travel and spending money.  Our aspiration is to provide the child and family with carefree and joyful memories!

Click here to view a copy of our IRS 990

 
Adopt-A-Wish
picture1Now your company can help create more heartwarming stories for children with life-threatening medical conditions through the Adopt-A-Wish® Program. This giving option allows donors to fund a single wish experience in its entirety.

Click here to see some Recent Wishes Granted that have been adopted by area companies. Click here to view a listing of Upcoming Wishes that your company or fundraising efforts could help become realty for a child and their family at a time they need it the most.

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You Hold the Ticket to a Child's Wish
The Make-A-Wish Foundation® needs more than 2.5 billion miles, or 50,000 round-trip tickets, to grant wishes each year. You can help wish kids reach their destinations this holiday season by donating your frequent flier miles through the Wishes in Flight program. Donate today at wish.org/miles.

 

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Recent Wishes Granted

 

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