Make-A-Wish Foundation
Non-profit organization founded in the United States
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The Make-A-Wish Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded in the United States that helps fulfill the wishes of seriously ill children. The organization is headquartered in Phoenix[2] and operates through its 58 chapters located throughout the United States. Make-A-Wish also operates in about 50 other countries through 40 international affiliates.[3] Professional wrestler John Cena holds the title for the most wishes granted by a single individual, at over 650 wishes.[4][5]
FormationApril 29, 1980
PurposeFulfilling the wishes of children with critical illnesses
HeadquartersPhoenix, Arizona, U.S.
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| Formation | April 29, 1980 |
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| Type | 501(c)(3) non-profit organization |
| Purpose | Fulfilling the wishes of children with critical illnesses |
| Headquarters | Phoenix, Arizona, U.S. |
Region served | International |
President & CEO | Leslie Motter[1] |
| Website | wish |
