If you would like to grant a wish today, consider the giving options below — many of which have financial and personal benefits to you.
You can learn more about these special opportunities in our free brochure, Smart Ways to Make an Impact Now, and other complimentary planning resources. These resources are just a click away!
Donate Now
To support the current work of Make-A-Wish Illinois, make a gift online or by mail:
Make-A-Wish Illinois
200 W. Monroe St., Suite 1801
Chicago, IL 60606
Make check payable to Make-A-Wish Illinois
Recommend a grant now from your donor-advised fund
You can use your donor-advised fund (DAF) to make a one-time gift, or to create a recurring monthly or quarterly gift for even more impact.
You can conveniently initiate a grant from your DAF using the link below. Simply type in the name of your fund sponsor and the system will prompt you through the process.
Memorial or Tribute Gift
When you give a memorial or tribute gift for Make-A-Wish Illinois to honor someone special, you’re expressing your love, admiration, and gratitude in one of the most meaningful ways there is. Your gift will honor your loved one, create a lasting tribute, and share the power of a wish.
Gifts of Appreciated Securities
Matching Gift Opportunities
Would you like to maximize the impact of your giving and encourage other supporters to mobilize on behalf of children fighting critical illnesses? Consider sponsoring a matching gift challenge. Donate a pool of funds to Make-A-Wish Illinois, from which we will match any donation made within a given period of time. In this way, you can double the impact of your giving.
Qualified Charitable Distribution
You can transfer funds from your IRA directly to Make-A-Wish Illinois. This is an effective way to have an immediate impact and ensure our work of creating life-changing wishes for every child with a critical illness. Here’s how it works:
- You must be 70 ½ or older.
- An individual may transfer up to $108,000 per year, and a married couple may give up to $216,000.
- Your gift must be transferred directly from the IRA account to Make-A-Wish Illinois.
- Your gift is a transfer of funds from your IRA to Make-A-Wish Illinois, so it does not count as income for the year.
- If you are 73 and older, the transfer of funds counts towards your annual Required Minimum Distribution from your IRA.
You can download a sample letter for your IRA administrator here to start the distribution process. You may also be able to request a qualified charitable distribution through your online account portal.
Please note: If you are still working and contributing to a retirement account, this gift could impact your taxable income. Please consult a qualified advisor before making a gift.
See Your Impact
Avery’s world changed when she was diagnosed with a nervous system disorder, replacing carefree childhood days with medical appointments and uncertainty. But when Make-A-Wish stepped in, Avery’s love for turtles and swimming led her to an unforgettable adventure in Hawaii.
Our Team is Here to Help
Our experienced team is here to help you…
- Learn about special projects that align with your interests.
- Structure a donation that maximizes benefits for you and your loved ones.
- Stay up to date on how your gift is used.
- And more!