Make-A-Wish? Arizona

5,120 Wishes! ???That’s how many wishes have been granted under Vice President of Mission Delivery Jennifer Gonzales’ leadership here at Make-A-Wish Arizona. ??? ? This #WomensHistoryMonth, we’re honoring Jennifer for 20 years of making life-changing wishes come true. Her passion and dedication have helped bring hope and transformation to countless wish kids and their families across Arizona.? ? To celebrate this milestone, we had a chat with Jennifer to learn more about her journey and the joy she helps create every day. ??

Recently, our Community Engagement team hosted a special volunteer recognition event to show our LOVE to the incredible WishMaker community in the West Valley! ??? A big thank you to our amazing partners at Dave & Buster's Inc. for helping us celebrate and honor our dedicated volunteers. ???#WishMakers ??Become a volunteer today at arizona.wish.org/volunteer.?

Donate $1 at Jack in the Box this March to support wishes! ??Find a location near you at arizona.wish.org/wishstars! ????

Wish Ball 2025: Art of Wishes, presented by Phusion Projects and Valley Toyota Dealers, marked a historic evening for Make-A-Wish Arizona, raising $3.3 million in a single night! ?? At the event, Bob and Renee Parsons announced they would match the 2025 Fund-A-Wish total, dollar-for-dollar, matching over $1 million.? ? In honor of Make-A-Wish? Arizona's 45th anniversary, this year's Wish Ball theme, "Art of Wishes," celebrated the artistry behind granting wishes and began with a special anniversary toast led by Make-A-Wish co-founders, Linda Pauling and Allan Schmidt. ? Wish Ball: Art of Wishes also honored long-time supporters Bob and Renee Parsons with the Lifetime Impact Award which recognizes the mark they have made on the lives of thousands of critically ill children. Their unwavering support, through both personal contributions and the philanthropic efforts of The Bob & Renee Parsons Foundation, has been the cornerstone of Make-A-Wish Arizona’s success.? ? “Every wish granted is a reminder that hope has the power to heal,” said Renee Parsons, Co-Founder of The Bob & Renee Parsons Foundation. “Make-A-Wish Arizona and the courageous children and families they serve have been dear to our hearts for over a decade. We are incredibly proud to continue supporting their life-changing mission.” ? As we celebrate 45 years of wish granting, we are deeply grateful to our donors, volunteers, and supporters. ?? Thank you!

Thank you for celebrating with us at Wish Ball. Your support helps create life-changing wishes for Arizona kids, and we’re so grateful to have you as part of our Make-A-Wish? Arizona family. ??

Thank you, William's Field High School, for hosting another incredible Wish week and making Wish Kid Ellie's wish come true! ? Together, we can continue to grant life-changing wishes for Arizona children with illnesses.???

A hole-in-one for wishes! ???? A wish brings joy, happiness and helps transforms entire communities — and there is no better example of this than the Ladies 18 Hole Leauge at Sunland Springs Golf course! Thanks to their local Charity Golf Tournament, they helped raise $4,000 for wishes! Thank you for making wishes come true for Arizona children. ? Together, we create life-changing wishes for children with illnesses. #WishMakers

Thank you for joining us at Wish Ball: Art of Wishes, celebrating the joy of granting wishes and 45 years of Make-A-Wish Arizona! ???? ? A special thank you to The Good Vibe Media, our Wish Kid Video sponsor, for helping us produce inspiring stories and capturing these unforgettable moments. ? Together, we create life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses in Arizona. | #WishBall2025

From the ticket counter to the gate, our Wish Kids had a joyful airport sendoff thanks to our WishMakers at Waymo! ????Thank you, Waymo, for helping to send off Wish Kids Micah and Veronica on their #DisneyWishes! With your help we can continue creating life-changing wishes for Arizona children facing critical illnesses. ?

Our Wish Stars are back! ?? This month, you can help make wishes come true by purchasing a Wish Star for just $1 at Jack in the Box locations across Arizona! ??? Find a location near you ?? arizona.wish.org/wishstars. ?? Tag Make-A-Wish? Arizona in your pictures or use the hashtag #WishStars to show how you’re making a difference!