Make-A-Wish Hudson Valley

We’re excited to welcome Christina Chu as our new Volunteer Coordinator at Make-A-Wish Hudson Valley! Christina will work closely with all of our incredible volunteers across the eight counties we serve - helping to engage with our local communities and ensure we continue to reach every eligible child in our region. We can’t wait to see the impact she’ll have on our volunteer recruitment efforts and activating members of our community to touch the lives of wish kids and their families. Christina’s passion for philanthropy, combined with her wealth of experience, makes her a perfect fit for our mission. Join us in welcoming her to the team! ?? #NonProfit #InspiredPeopleTransformingLives #MakeAWishHV #Community

??TOMORROW: Volunteer Orientation at the Wish House!?? Looking for a meaningful way to give back? Join us TOMORROW at 6pm at the Wish House in Tarrytown, and discover the many ways YOU can help turn wishes into reality for children with critical illnesses! ?? ? Ways to Volunteer: ?? Be a Wish Volunteer and work directly with wish families. ?? Help out as an Events Volunteer to make fundraisers unforgettable. ?? Lend a hand as an Office Volunteer to keep the magic running smoothly. ?? And so much more! ?? Location: The Wish House, 832 South Broadway, Tarrytown NY ?? When: TOMORROW at 6PM! ?? RSVP: Email us at [email protected] to let us know you're coming! Every role you take on brings us one step closer to granting more wishes. ? Don't miss your chance to learn how you can make a difference in your local community. ?? LEARN MORE at hudson.wish.org/volunteer #MakeAWishHV #VolunteerWithUs #GrantWishes #CommunityImpact #DoGoodFeelGood

A huge THANK YOU to The Barr Band, Captain Lawrence Brewing Co., and everyone who joined us for an incredible night of music and community last week on Thursday, November 14! ?? Your energy, support, and generosity mean the world to us and will help make life-changing wishes come true for children in our community. ???? ??? The amazing crowd, delicious bites, and lively tunes made it a night to remember. We’re so grateful for your time and contributions. ??Donations are still welcomed to support this beautiful cause - every bit helps bring hope, strength, and joy to wish kids! ?? Donate here: https://bit.ly/BarrBand #Gratitude #Community #MakeAWishHV #ThankYou

Today is World Kindness Day and we’re filled with gratitude as we reflect on the incredible impact of our community! Thanks to your unwavering support, we’ve granted 16 wishes between September and October. ?? ??3?? wishes to go to the Walt Disney World? Resort ?? ?? 2?? wishes to go to Hawaii ?? ?? 2?? wishes to go to a concert ?? ?? A wish to go to LEGOLAND? ?? ?? A wish to go on a Disney Cruise Line? cruise ?? ?? A wish to meet the UNC Field Hockey Team ?? ?? A wish to have a family photoshoot ?? ?? A wish to go on a shopping spree ?? ?? A wish to have a room redecoration ?? ?? A wish to have culinary items ?? ?? A wish to have a wheelchair accessible deck ?? ?? A wish to be a NY Yankee ?? Each wish represents a moment of joy, hope, and resilience - a true testament to the power of a wish and the belief that together, we can make a difference in the lives of local children in our community. Join us in celebrating the spirit of World Kindness Day and the wonderful community that makes these life-changing moments possible. ?? #MakeAWishHV #Community #OurMissionIsWishin #WishGranted

Today, on Veterans Day, we at Make-A-Wish Hudson Valley, honor and celebrate the incredible men and women who have served in our nation’s armed forces. We are deeply grateful for your unwavering dedication and the sacrifices you have made to protect our freedoms. Many of the children and families we serve come from military backgrounds, and we are continually inspired by their resilience and courage. Today, we extend our heartfelt thanks not only to our veterans but also to their families, who share in the sacrifices made for our country. Join us in recognizing and appreciating the service of our veterans and in supporting their legacy of strength and hope. #VeteransDay #ThankYouVeterans #Gratitude #MakeAWishHV #Community

Join us in congratulating two of our amazing Wish House staff members on their recent promotions ?? ? ?? Grace DeRosa is now our Senior Wish Coordinator! ??? ?? Abraham Almanza has been named Senior Director of Marketing! ???? ? We’re so proud of their dedication and hard work in making wishes come true for our Wish Kids! ??? Let’s give them a big round of applause! ???? ? #MakeAWishHV #InspiredPeopleTransformingLives #NonProfit

?? Special Thanks to Our Incredible Volunteers! ?? We want to extend our heartfelt appreciation to all of the amazing volunteers who generously dedicated their time and effort this past week to support our Holiday Appeal Mail Project. ???? Your dedication and hard work are invaluable in helping us spread messages of hope this holiday season! We couldn’t do it without you! ???? ? A huge thank you to Amanda, Ana, Autumn, Carla, Darren, Eliane, Gert, Janie, Karen, Pat, Susan, Theresa B., and Theresa E.! ? JOIN OUR TEAM: We are hosting our next Volunteer Orientation on Nov. 20 at 6pm at our Wish House in Tarrytown. SIGN UP by emailing [email protected] or learn more by visiting hudson.wish.org/volunteer

?? A huge THANK YOU to the incredible Regeneron employees who volunteered this week at the Wish House for Regeneron's Day For Doing Good! ? The nine amazing volunteers who donated their time are the secret ingredient helping us bake up happiness for the upcoming holiday season by preparing our Holiday Appeal mailing featuring Seven's wish to be a chef. ???? Their time and dedication are truly helping to bring joy to wish kids and their families! We were also thrilled to learn that two of the volunteers are wish alumni! ?? A great reminder that a wish isn’t just a fleeting gift, but an experience that leaves a lasting impact on our wish kids as they look forward to a bright future! ???? Special thanks to Volunteer New York! for your support in coordinating the day! ?? #Community #RegeneronD4DG #ThankYou #MakeAWishHV

We’re excited to welcome Chase Honeck as our new Development Coordinator at Make-A-Wish Hudson Valley! Originally from Connecticut, she recently relocated back to the East Coast from the Seattle area, where she actively volunteered with Make-A-Wish Alaska and Washington. Chase is eager to connect with our community and support our mission. Join us in welcoming her to the team! ?? #NonProfit #InspiredPeopleTransformingLives #MakeAWishHV #Community

??WALK FOR WISHES!?? We can’t thank you enough for supporting our Walk for Wishes this past Sunday at Kingsland Point Park in Sleepy Hollow! Whether you walked, donated, volunteered, or cheered us on, your incredible support made the day truly unforgettable. It was a picture-perfect day filled with community spirit, generosity, and joy—and we couldn’t have done it without you! ?? Thanks to you, we’ve raised $181,000 (and counting!) to help grant life-changing wishes for children battling critical illnesses. With over 550 walkers—a record-breaking turnout—we created magical memories together, from celebrating Max’s wish to go to Disneyland California to enjoying our new beautiful location in the historic village of Sleepy Hollow. The excitement isn’t over! Donations are still being accepted through the end of the month to help us reach our $200,000 goal. Every gift brings us closer to granting even more wishes. ??Visit hudson.wish.org/walk ? A special thank you to our event emcee, Jessie Mignone from What’s In Westchester (@whats_in_westchester_ny on Instagram), for keeping the energy high and making the day even more memorable! We couldn’t have done it without your enthusiasm and support. We’re already looking forward to next year’s Walk for Wishes on Sunday, October 5th, 2025—mark your calendars! ?? Thank you again for helping make wishes come true. Together, we’re changing lives! ?? #WalkForWishesHV #MakeAWishHV #Community #ThankYou #SleepyHollow