Make a Wish Foundation -- Brian Kingsbury

Former Cashmere resident Brian Kingsbury spoke with us about the Alaska / Washington chapter of the Make a Wish Foundation.  The organization grants wishes to children ages 2 1/2 to 17 with life threatening medical issues.

The Alaska / Washington chapter was founded in 1986 and has granted 5,700 wishes since then.

Most wishes are a combination of in kind contributions.  Alaska Airlines, Costco, Macy's, Seahawks, Sounders and Mariners are big contributors.

This year the chapter will grant 368 wishes with 468 still in the pipeline.





Wishes have a wide range--

• puppy
• room redecoration
• dinner with Russell Wilson
• desire to provide shoes to those in need
• carbon fiber cello
• be a WWII fighter pilot
• coach the Boise State Broncos

How can you help?  Donate airline miles.  Most wishes involve travel.  Support the major sponsors listed above. Volunteer.  Make a donation.  More information at this link
http://akwa.wish.org/wishes