Make-A-Wish+Foundation+of+Massachusetts+and+Rhode+Island

Website: [|http://www.mass.wish.org] Contact: Melissa Carroll Email: mcarroll@massri.wish.org Phone: 617-367-9474

The Make-A-Wish Foundation of Massachusetts and Rhode Island grants the wishes of children with life-threatening medical conditions to enrich the human experience with hope, strength, and joy.


 * Service Opportunity:**The Kids For Wish Kids program appeals to children, their parents, and the teachers who take part because of the values it teaches through a real life experience. Not only do kids learn the rewards of helping other people, but they also have complete ownership of the program. All of the fund-raising ideas come from the children themselves, including carrying out all aspects of the project they select. Along the way, students develop school spirit, learn new skills and, most importantly, experience the joy of giving that comes with every wish they help grant.

Each student interested in the program will come up with a fundraising idea and fill out a proposal form. The completed proposal form will be reviewed by the Foundation and approved. All materials to advertise the fundraising idea will then be created and submitted for approval to make sure the Foundation name and marks are used correctly. The students will implement the fundraiser and be asked to account for the funds raised and measure the success of the event. A representative from the Foundation, Melissa Carroll, Special Events Coordinator will be available to the students throughout the process.