General Resources for Wish Granting Volunteers

Wish Granting volunteers are essential contributors to the Wish Journey experience for each wish child we serve. Make-A-Wish staff and wish volunteers partner together with wish families to bring hope, strength and joy to children throughout Illinois. Below are general resources for all wish volunteers. 

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Resources

• Who to Contact on Staff at Make-A-Wish Illinois
• Make-A-Wish Illinois Volunteer Facebook Group (private)
• Wish Volunteer Directory (new & improved version coming soon!)
• Wish Journey Portal: A digital resource for wish families
• Wish Discovery Resources
• Wish Boost & Celebration Resources
• Budget by Volunteer Role (updated September 2025)
• Wish Status Lookup for Volunteers (password-protected)
• Wish Volunteer Newsletter Archive

    

 Responsibilities

• Wish Granting Volunteer Training (Initial and Ongoing)
• Wish Discovery Volunteer Role Description
• Wish Celebration Volunteer Role Description 
• Wish Volunteer Commitment Statement Form
• Publicity, Social Media and News Media Guidelines
• Make-A-Wish Brand Usage
• Wish Volunteer Safety Tips