Make-A-Wish Texas Gulf Coast and Louisiana

09/01/2026

Some wishes are all about sharing joy with others. 💙🌈
Inspired by her own hospital journey, one wish child used her wish to create a colorful celebration for patients and families at . From crafts and activities to sweet treats and surprises, the day was filled with smiles, laughter, and moments of joy. 😊

As she shared, "I want to make the hospital feel special, not just their house." Through her thoughtful wish, children and families felt seen, supported, and celebrated. ✨

Thank you to , our dedicated MAW volunteers, and everyone who helped make this heartfelt wish such a meaningful and memorable experience! 💫





Sugar Land

08/25/2026

✨ Thank You for Your Leadership ✨
Join us in celebrating the dedicated board leaders whose service, guidance, and commitment have helped bring hope, joy, and life-changing wishes to hundreds of children and families across Texas Gulf Coast and Louisiana. Because of your leadership, our chapter is stronger, our impact is greater, and our future is brighter! 🌟

A special thank you to Caylin Wiebe and Thomas Sellers for their incredible 9 years of service on our Board of Directors. Your unwavering commitment to our mission has helped make countless wishes come true, and we are deeply grateful for all you've done! 💙

08/21/2026

✨ for a Sweet 16 celebration straight out of a dream! 🎭🥳
When Gabby wished for the ultimate Sweet 16 party, she had every detail planned to perfection. From the delicious menu to a towering birthday cake, she made sure every element reflected her vision. And of course, no masquerade celebration would be complete without the perfect gown from My Castle Boutique! 👗✨

Surrounded by family and friends, Gabby stepped into a magical evening filled with laughter, dancing, and unforgettable memories. From the moment the masks went on to the last song of the night, the celebration was everything she had imagined and more. 🌟

A huge thank you to everyone who helped bring Gabby’s vision to life and make her Sweet 16 truly unforgettable. Because of you, this special night was filled with joy, hope, and memories she'll treasure forever! 💫🎉
▪️Heaven On Earth Oaks
▪️Chef Smirnov Catering
▪️Let It Fly Events
▪️FV SOLUTIONS LLC
▪️Darker Side DJs & Photo Booths

08/20/2026

This is your friendly reminder that Starblazer Award nominations close THIS SUNDAY! ⏰ Do you know a wish alum from the Texas Gulf Coast or Louisiana who continues to inspire others and make a difference in their community? 💙 Nominate them today and help us celebrate their impact. ⭐ https://wish.org/starblazer

🚨 NOMINATIONS CLOSE AUG. 23! 🚨
A wish can change a life, but for some wish alumni, the impact doesn't stop there. 🌟

The Make-A-Wish Starblazer Awards recognize wish alumni who have turned their wish experience into a lifetime of inspiring others, strengthening communities and creating meaningful change.

Do you know a wish alum from the Texas Gulf Coast or Louisiana whose story continues to shine? Nominate them today! https://wish.org/starblazer

08/18/2026

🚨 Calling all future leaders! 🚨
Teen Leadership Council application is OPEN! 🌟
The Make-A-Wish Texas Gulf Coast and Louisiana Teen Leadership Council is looking for passionate students ready to lead, inspire, and help make wishes come true! 💙✨

As a TLC member, you'll:
✅ Build leadership skills
✅ Connect with like-minded students
✅ Raise awareness and vital funds for Make-A-Wish
✅ Help bring hope, strength, and joy to wish kids and their families

📚 Open to students entering grades 9-12 during the 2026-2027 school year. 📝 Apply here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdbFEOzRrhpk4SGwdxPLJLTncKU7qHJwcVBjS8PHfB4H1HN2A/viewform

⏰ Don't wait! Applications close September 7, 2026.

08/17/2026

Step right up for Ringmaster Glen! 🎩🎪
Glen's biggest wish was to become a circus ringmaster, and the Ringling Bros. made it happen in an unforgettable way. He met performers backstage, picked out a ringmaster coat, paired it with his own signature top hat, and took center stage looking like a true star! 🤩

Before the show, Glen told us he was going to be famous once he stepped onto that stage, and he was right! 😊 From pushing the DJ button to joining a dance-off, he was part of the action and loved every minute of it. After an incredible day, Glen called the experience "all too much fun" and said it was a "wish come true!"

Thank you to the Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey and Feld Entertainment, Inc. for helping us create an unforgettable experience for Glen! 💙

08/14/2026

Sip for a cause! ☕💙
Next Friday, August 21, $1 from EVERY drink sold at participating Houston-area Dutch Bros Coffee locations will be donated to Make-A-Wish. That's right... ALL DAY, ANY DRINK! 💙✨

Whether it's your favorite coffee, tea, lemonade, or energy drink, every sip helps make wishes come true! 💫

📍 View participating locations here: https://wish.org/texgulf/dutch-bros-give-back-day-houston

08/13/2026

When community comes together, wishes come true! 💫 More than 250 people gathered at Kehoe-France School in Metairie, LA, for Mahjong for Wishes — a night filled with laughter, friendship, friendly competition and, most importantly, a shared purpose: helping make wishes come true for children across Louisiana. 🌟

Together, the Mardijong community raised an incredible $26,461 through ticket sales, raffles and donations for Make-A-Wish! 💙

This night was about so much more than a number. It was about a community choosing to show up. It was about friends gathering around tables and playing with purpose. It was about local businesses opening their doors, donating their time and talents, and saying YES to helping create life-changing moments for children and their families.

This is the magic of community. And this is how we make wishes come true! ⭐ Interested in supporting Make-A-Wish through community engagement and fundraising? Learn more at https://wish.org/texgulf/ways-help-us

08/12/2026

The countdown is on! 🏌️‍♂️
The inaugural Wish Classic at TPC Louisiana presented by Atmos Energy and Mauldin & Jenkins CPAs & Advisors + LaPorte CPAs & Business Advisors is just weeks away, and we're excited to bring the community together on September 10 to help grant more wishes for children throughout Louisiana! 💫

Sarah's Disneyland wish reminds us why this event matters. Every wish creates hope, strength, and joy for children and families during some of their most challenging times.

We're incredibly grateful to the Kerry & Melinda Kirby Foundation for supporting the inaugural Wish Classic and helping make Sarah's wish come true! 💙

Want to be part of this incredible day? Don't wait. Opportunities to participate are limited and closing soon!

👉 Visit wishclassic.org to get involved.

🎥 Video filmed and produced by Stephen Faught Jr., Owner and CEO of Faught Marketing.

Kerry W. Kirby

08/11/2026

What began as one visionary idea has grown into a powerful force for wish granting. 🌟 Since its founding, Builders of Hope has helped grant more than 35 construction-related wishes and generated over $1.2 million in impact for local children and families facing critical illnesses.

At the Builders of Hope Happy Hour, generously hosted by JLL, we were proud to recognize Dan Bellow, founder of Builders of Hope and recipient of the inaugural Builders of Hope Legacy Award, for his vision, leadership, and unwavering commitment to making life-changing wishes possible. 💫

Thank you to our Builders of Hope members, supporters, and friends who continue to help build hope, one wish at a time. 💙 We also congratulate the members below who were presented with their hard hats and stars at the event! 👷‍♂️👏

• First America Homes
• Houston Affordable Designs
• Joeris General Contractors, Ltd.
• Southwestern Paint
• Arch-Con Corporation
• Debner
• E.E. Reed Construction
• Gensler
• Harvey Cleary Builders
• HITT Contracting Inc.
• HOK
• Lacey Michalek Interiors
• The Mehling Group
• Miller LaPoint Construction, LLC