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Make-A-Wish Switzerland
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Make-A-Wish Foundation of Switzerland and Liechtenstein
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makeawish.ch
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Private
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2003
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Make-A-Wish Switzerland & Liechtenstein is a non-profit charitable foundation founded in 2003 and headquartered at Rue de Savoie 7A, 1207 Geneva. Affiliated with Make-A-Wish International, the foundation grants personalized wishes to children aged 3-18 diagnosed with serious, life-threatening illnesses across all language regions of Switzerland (French-speaking Romandie, German-speaking Deutschschweiz, Italian-speaking Ticino) and Liechtenstein. The foundation is not a technology company — its core offering is the "Wish Journey," an end-to-end service that combines wish discovery, planning, anticipation activities, and fulfillment, supported by a Medical Advisory Committee of 9+ Swiss pediatric specialists who validate eligibility and ensure medical safety.

The foundation operates with an exceptionally lean paid team (approximately 4.7 FTE / 6 staff members in 2025) augmented by a volunteer network of 100+ Wish Makers across Switzerland and Liechtenstein, plus a roster of eight celebrity ambassadors including astronaut Claude Nicollier and footballer Johan Djourou. Wish fulfillment scaled from 23 wishes in 2021 (pandemic year) to 107 wishes in 2025, with a cumulative 750+ wishes granted since founding. The foundation does not develop proprietary technology products and operates without an API, SDK, or mobile application — its "platform" is the operational and community infrastructure that coordinates between medical referrers (HUG, UKBB, CHUV, etc.), donors, corporate partners, and beneficiary families.

Revenue is generated entirely through donations and fundraising: individual donations (one-time and recurring via makeawish.ch), corporate partnerships and sponsorships (Porsche, Mandarin Oriental, Fairmont, Lidl, Manor, David Lloyd, Caran d'Ache), event-based fundraising (galas, charity runs, sports tournaments, school initiatives), and legacy/bequest giving. Notable single-event fundraising outcomes include CHF 10,000 from the Swiss IGFR Golf Championship, CHF 6,000 from Lions Club Bad Ragaz, and CHF 5,000 from Soroptimist Club Bellinzona. The foundation is governed by a volunteer Board of Trustees led by President Jean-Pierre Boissonnas and Vice-President Anne Empain, with Director Nathalie Martens-Jacquet heading operations.

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Make-A-Wish Switzerland & Liechtenstein is a Geneva-based non-profit foundation, founded in 2003, that grants personalized wishes to children aged 3-18 with serious, life-threatening illnesses across all language regions of Switzerland and Liechtenstein, operating with a 4.7 FTE paid team and 100+ volunteers.

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11–50
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HeadquartersGeneva, Switzerland
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Geneva
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Switzerland
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Europe
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Serves global market

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Keyword5 values
wish-granting foundation, charitable services, pediatric nonprofit, corporate philanthropy, volunteer programs
Industry1 code
1International Grantmaking & Development Foundations
CodeBPAGAKAHPrimaryYes
NAICS code3 codes
  • Grantmaking and Giving Services81321
  • Grantmaking Foundations813211
  • Voluntary Health Organizations813212
Product category
Charitable Wish-Granting Services
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Revenue model4 records
1Individual Donations
TypeGrants Donations
Description

One-time and recurring donations from individuals. The foundation actively solicits donations through its website, events, and newsletter (Wishletter). Donors can contribute via the website at makeawish.ch/faire-un-don.

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2Corporate Partnerships & Sponsorship
TypeGrants Donations
Description

Corporate partners provide financial support, in-kind donations (e.g., travel, hospitality, venue access), and employee engagement. Partners include Porsche, Mandarian Oriental, Fairmont, David Lloyd, Lidl, Manor, Soroptimist, Lions Club, Rotary, and others. Some partnerships involve percentage-of-sales arrangements (e.g., Sandra Czich donating 10% of Swimwear collection sales).

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3Event-Based Fundraising
TypeGrants Donations
Description

Funds raised through third-party events organized by volunteers, companies, schools, and community groups. Examples include charity runs (Race for Gift, Charity Run & Walk Uri), galas (Gala Dolce Vita, Watchmakers United evening), sports tournaments (Derby du Lac, Inter-Hotels football tournament), creative events (Fantasy Basel tombolas), and school initiatives (Glion Charity Event, CREA workshops).

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4Legs and Bequests
TypeGrants Donations
Description

The foundation accepts legacy giving and bequests as a long-term revenue stream. A dedicated page encourages supporters to make a bequest (legs) to the foundation.

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Make-A-Wish Switzerland & Liechtenstein is a charitable foundation that grants personalized wishes to children aged 3 to 18 diagnosed with serious, life-threatening illnesses across Switzerland and Liechtenstein. Each wish — whether a travel experience, meeting an idol, receiving a tailored gift, or enjoying an extraordinary encounter — is designed, coordinated, and fulfilled at no cost to the family by a network of paid staff and over 100 volunteers.

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  • 97% of families say the wish has strengthened their family bonds
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Make-A-Wish Switzerland & Liechtenstein is a charitable foundation that operates as a single, unified service focused on granting wishes to critically ill children. The organization offers a comprehensive wish-granting program called the 'Wish Journey,' which encompasses the entire process from wish discovery to realization. Supporting services include a volunteer network (Wish Makers), donation and partnership programs, a newsletter (Wishletter), and annual reporting for transparency. The organization does not operate as a technology platform but as a mission-driven nonprofit that connects children with life-threatening illnesses to experiences that provide hope, strength, and joy.

Product and service6 records
1Wish Granting Program
CategoryCore Wish-Granting Service
Description

Personalized wish fulfillment service for children aged 3-18 with serious, life-threatening illnesses across Switzerland and Liechtenstein. Each wish is medically assessed, designed, and realized free of charge to the family.

2Wish Journey
CategoryCore Wish-Granting Service
Description

Structured end-to-end wish process from initial family registration through wish discovery, planning, anticipation activities, and the fulfillment event, followed by lasting post-wish impact for the child and family.

3Donation Program
CategoryFundraising
Description

Fundraising service enabling individuals to contribute one-time or recurring donations to support wish fulfillment, accepted through the foundation's website and bank transfer (IBAN).

4Volunteer Wish Maker Program
CategoryVolunteer Engagement
Description

Structured volunteer engagement program in which individuals across all Swiss language regions and Liechtenstein participate in identifying eligible children, designing personalized wishes, and coordinating wish fulfillment.

5Corporate Partnership Program
CategoryCorporate Engagement
Description

Corporate engagement service enabling businesses to support the foundation through financial sponsorship, in-kind donations (travel, hospitality, venues), employee volunteer programs, and cause-marketing initiatives.

6Legacy and Bequest Program
CategoryFundraising
Description

Planned-giving service enabling supporters to include Make-A-Wish Switzerland in their wills and estate plans as a long-term funding stream.

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Partnership62 partners
Strategic tierCoreTypeGTM or Marketing PartnerAnnounced on2026-06-10
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Glion Institute of Higher Education (Bulle and Montreux campuses) elected Make-A-Wish Switzerland as its 'Charity of the Year' in 2026. Students, faculty, and staff organized a large-scale charity event featuring sports activities, a 5km run, yoga, Zumba, table tennis tournaments, a tug-of-war challenge, food stalls, music, and a tombola. A significant sum was raised to support wish fulfillment.

Strategic tierCoreTypeGTM or Marketing PartnerAnnounced on2026-06-06
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Porsche has been a consistent multi-year partner supporting the Drive for Wishes event at the Porsche Center in Schlieren, Zurich. Since 2024, Porsche has provided vehicles, venue access, and enthusiastic support for Make-A-Wish children to experience luxury car rides. Porsche also supports wish fulfillment beyond the annual event.

3Faino Food Truck
Strategic tierMinorTypeGTM or Marketing PartnerAnnounced on2026-06-06
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Faino Food Truck provided catering at the Drive for Wishes 2026 event at Porsche Center Schlieren, serving food to children, families, and attendees throughout the day.

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4Automobile Club de Geneve
Strategic tierCoreTypeGTM or Marketing PartnerAnnounced on2026-05-31
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The Automobile Club de Geneve organized a morning of supercar experiences (Ferrari, Lamborghini, Porsche, Aston Martin) for Make-A-Wish children at a partner venue. Generous car owners shared their passion and time, creating unforgettable moments. Carugati Automobiles Geneve also provided a warm welcome.

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5Charity Run & Walk Uri
Strategic tierMinorTypeGTM or Marketing PartnerAnnounced on2026-04-16
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The Charity Run & Walk Uri organized a solidarity event in the canton of Uri on March 22, 2026 with 170 participants, raising over CHF 4,000 for Make-A-Wish to provide hope, strength, and unforgettable moments for seriously ill children.

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Strategic tierCoreTypeGTM or Marketing PartnerAnnounced on2026-04-01
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Mandarin Oriental Lucerne organized an Advent fundraising event for Make-A-Wish families in German-speaking Switzerland, providing a magical Christmas atmosphere with candles, creativity, and shared moments for beneficiary families in Lucerne.

Strategic tierMinorTypeGTM or Marketing PartnerAnnounced on2026-03-08
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The Soroptimist Club Bellinzona organized an exceptional charity brunch in Bellinzona with over 190 participants, raising funds for Make-A-Wish. A beneficiary family attended and a past wish child (Francesco) shared his experience. Biscuits were distributed as gifts. This followed an earlier brunch in Arbedo that raised CHF 5,000.

Strategic tierMinorTypeGTM or Marketing PartnerAnnounced on2026-01-15
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Lidl Vernier partnered with Make-A-Wish at the opening of its new store in Vernier (January 2026). Make-A-Wish volunteers animated stands at the opening, and a donation was made to support the fulfillment of a child's wish.

Strategic tierMinorTypeGTM or Marketing PartnerAnnounced on2025-12-30
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TGV Lyria donated magical train journeys to nine Make-A-Wish families, allowing them to begin their wish trips in comfort and safety. The partnership enabled families to travel to wish destinations by high-speed rail.

Strategic tierMinorTypeGTM or Marketing PartnerAnnounced on2025-12-29
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Mandarin Oriental Lucerne hosted a Christmas celebration for Make-A-Wish families from German-speaking Switzerland, providing a magical festive atmosphere for children and their families.

Strategic tierMinorTypeGTM or Marketing PartnerAnnounced on2025-12-17
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Manor department stores in Sierre (Valais) and Chavannes (Vaud) supported the 'Sapin du Coeur' (Heart Tree) Christmas charity action in December 2025, helping to raise funds for wishes for seriously ill children.

12Inter-Hotels et Restauration LeManique (Geneva)
Strategic tierMinorTypeGTM or Marketing PartnerAnnounced on2025-09-24
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The 23rd edition of the Inter-Hotels and Restaurant Tournament brought together sports and solidarity for Make-A-Wish at Geneva. The annual football tournament has been a longstanding supporter of wish fulfillment.

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13Swiss IGFR Championship at Golf de Neuchatel
Strategic tierMinorTypeGTM or Marketing PartnerAnnounced on2025-09-22
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The 61st Swiss IGFR Championship at Golf de Neuchatel raised CHF 10,000 for Make-A-Wish through the generosity of participating Rotary clubs and golfers, enabling the fulfillment of multiple children's wishes.

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14Polo Gold Cup Gstaad
Strategic tierMinorTypeGTM or Marketing PartnerAnnounced on2025-08-25
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Make-A-Wish participated in the Polo Gold Cup Gstaad (August 2024) to raise awareness and build new solidarity connections at the prestigious Swiss polo event in the Bernese Oberland.

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15OTIUM Foundation and Master Chocolatier Edouard Morand
Strategic tierMinorTypeGTM or Marketing PartnerAnnounced on2025-08-14
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A chocolate workshop organized by the OTIUM Foundation and Master Chocolatier Edouard Morand brought Make-A-Wish families together for a creative, sweet, and smile-filled afternoon, combining artisanal excellence with a charitable cause.

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Strategic tierMinorTypeGTM or Marketing PartnerAnnounced on2025-07-15
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Bar Le Loti at La Reserve Geneve created a non-alcoholic Make-A-Wish signature ice cream cone-inspired cocktail. Full proceeds from every cocktail sold are donated to the foundation to help realize pending wishes.

17Sandra Czich
Strategic tierMinorTypeGTM or Marketing PartnerAnnounced on2025-07-09
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Artist Sandra Czich launched a limited-time partnership (July-September 2025) donating 10% of all Swimwear and Resort Wear collection sales on her website (czibeachwear.com) to Make-A-Wish Switzerland, offering both a creative and commercial partnership supporting wish fulfillment.

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18CREA - OMNES Education (Geneva and Lausanne campuses)
Strategic tierMinorTypeGTM or Marketing PartnerAnnounced on2025-07-07
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CREA - OMNES Education students participated in a workshop where they designed wish fulfillment strategies for 7 Make-A-Wish children, engaging in real negotiations with vendors and presenting actionable plans. This educational partnership combines student learning with real-world wish fulfillment.

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Strategic tierMinorTypeGTM or Marketing PartnerAnnounced on2025-06-18
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The Lions Club Bad Ragaz donated CHF 6,000 to Make-A-Wish at its jubilee celebration on June 2, 2025. The amount was entirely dedicated to fulfilling the wish of a seriously ill child in the region, presented by the club president at the Davaz wine estate.

Strategic tierCoreTypeGTM or Marketing PartnerAnnounced on2025-05-31
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David Lloyd clubs partnered with Make-A-Wish in December 2025, installing Wish Trees at Veigy and Country Club Geneva, and hosting a Christmas celebration. The partnership engages members in supporting wish fulfillment and raises awareness among the health-conscious club community.

21Jeune et Ambitieux (Damien Chiavuzzo)
Strategic tierMinorTypeGTM or Marketing PartnerAnnounced on2025-05-31
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Jeune et Ambitieux, a charitable project by Damien Chiavuzzo, organized the Derby du Lac football charity match in Lausanne (2025 and 2026), bringing together professional footballers, artists, and content creators in a Kings League-inspired tournament to raise funds for Make-A-Wish.

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Strategic tierMinorTypeGTM or Marketing PartnerAnnounced on2025-05-28
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Holmes Place Geneve hosted a Make-A-Wish information stand on May 5-6, 2025, with volunteers engaging health-conscious members in awareness-building around the foundation's mission. The partnership explores the resonance between personal wellness and contributing to others' well-being.

23Joël Kinderspitex Foundation
Strategic tierMinorTypeGTM or Marketing PartnerAnnounced on2025-05-17
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Make-A-Wish participated in the 35th anniversary celebration of the Joël Kinderspitex Foundation at Goldau animal park (canton Schwyz). The foundation provides home medical and nursing care to seriously ill children. Make-A-Wish brought fairy face painting and glitter tattoos to over 50 children at the event.

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Strategic tierCoreTypeGTM or Marketing PartnerAnnounced on2025-05-15
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Watchmakers United partnered with Make-A-Wish for a World Wish Month charity evening in Geneva, featuring custom watch bracelet creation with Jean Rousseau, personalized watch pouches, and a silent auction of a unique Sartory Billard watch with proceeds to Make-A-Wish. Partners included Kross Studio and Sartory Billard.

25Grand Hotel Villa Castagnola (Lugano)
Strategic tierMinorTypeGTM or Marketing PartnerAnnounced on2025-05-11
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Grand Hotel Villa Castagnola in Lugano hosted the Recognition Day (Mother's Day celebration) and spring celebration for Make-A-Wish families in Ticino. The hotel provides ongoing hospitality support for events in Italian-speaking Switzerland.

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26The Lacustre (Lausanne)
Strategic tierMinorTypeGTM or Marketing PartnerAnnounced on2025-05-11
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The Lacustre restaurant in Lausanne hosted the Recognition Day Mother's Day celebration for Make-A-Wish families in Romandie in 2025, providing a scenic lakefront venue for the event.

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27Chateau d'Ouchy (Lausanne)
Strategic tierMinorTypeGTM or Marketing PartnerAnnounced on2025-05-11
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Chateau d'Ouchy in Lausanne hosted the 2026 Mother's Day celebration for Make-A-Wish families in Romandie, offering a magnificent lakefront setting for family events.

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28Kiwanis Club Basel Spalen
Strategic tierMinorTypeGTM or Marketing PartnerAnnounced on2025-05-10
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The Kiwanis Club Basel Spalen organized its annual Run4Kids charity run with Make-A-Wish as the beneficiary in 2025. Runners including Nico Stoltz and Kathrin Zeck ran for the cause, with volunteer Florian representing Make-A-Wish at the event in Basel.

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Strategic tierMinorTypeGTM or Marketing PartnerAnnounced on2025-05-10
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The Soroptimist Club Bellinzona e Valli donated CHF 5,000 to Make-A-Wish, raised through a charity brunch in Arbedo in March 2025. The symbolic check was presented on May 10, 2025 in Bellinzona. A second Soroptimist brunch in Bellinzona in March 2026 with 190+ participants also raised significant funds.

Strategic tierMinorTypeGTM or Marketing PartnerAnnounced on2025-04-17
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Max Chocolatier in Lucerne hosted a charity chocolate evening in April 2025, organized by womenbiz.ch and Van Cleef Luzern, to raise funds for the wish of Inaya (who wished to go husky sledding in Finland). Giocate Cacciatore-von Mandach and Sarah Grgic co-organized the event.

Strategic tierMinorTypeGTM or Marketing PartnerAnnounced on2025-04-15
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Restaurant CIRO in Geneva, co-organized with ambassador Anne Lamuniere, hosted a charity Easter dinner with an Italian lemon-inspired menu. Proceeds helped fulfill the wish of young Nelio, who dreams of visiting Sardinia.

Strategic tierCoreTypeGTM or Marketing PartnerAnnounced on2025-04-01
Description

Mandarin Oriental Geneve partnered with Make-A-Wish for 'World Wish Month' (April 2025), organizing events for beneficiary families including a Christmas celebration at the hotel. The partnership demonstrates ongoing commitment to bringing magic and joy to seriously ill children and their families.

Strategic tierMinorTypeGTM or Marketing PartnerAnnounced on2025-04-01
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Crowne Plaza Geneva participated in the Geneva Escalade Race in December 2025, running in Make-A-Wish colors to support wish fulfillment and raise public awareness of the foundation.

Strategic tierMinorTypeGTM or Marketing PartnerAnnounced on2025-01-01
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La Reserve Geneve created a signature non-alcoholic Make-A-Wish cocktail available at Bar Le Loti during summer. All proceeds from cocktail sales are donated to Make-A-Wish Switzerland to support wishes awaiting fulfillment.

35Noel au Quai (Geneva Christmas Market)
Strategic tierMinorTypeGTM or Marketing PartnerAnnounced on2024-12-01
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Make-A-Wish participated in the Noel au Quai Geneva Christmas Market, hosting an information stand, a children's yurt with origami and 'Draw Me a Wish' workshops, and a Make-A-Wish snow globe decorating activity. The market provides annual visibility and fundraising opportunities.

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Strategic tierMinorTypeGTM or Marketing PartnerAnnounced on2024-11-15
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The prestigious Dolce Vita gala in Lugano chose Make-A-Wish as its charity beneficiary in November 2024, bringing together glamour and charity for an evening of fundraising and awareness for wishes in Ticino.

Strategic tierMinorTypeGTM or Marketing PartnerAnnounced on2024-11-14
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Berthaudin SA hosted the 3rd Grand Diner on October 31, 2024 at Parc des Eaux-Vives in Geneva, raising funds for Make-A-Wish to support the fulfillment of additional wishes.

Strategic tierMinorTypeGTM or Marketing PartnerAnnounced on2024-10-10
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Make-A-Wish was the guest of honor at the 64th Foire du Valais in 2024, raising significant visibility and awareness in Valais canton. The foundation participated with an information stand and interactive activities.

Strategic tierCoreTypeGTM or Marketing PartnerAnnounced on2024-09-14
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Porsche Centre Zurich hosted the Drive for Wishes 2024 event, offering Make-A-Wish children and families luxury car experiences at the venue in Zurich.

Strategic tierMinorTypeGTM or Marketing PartnerAnnounced on2024-09-05
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A silent auction partnership with Les Voiles Geneve and Ricardo.ch raised funds for wish fulfillment through the sale of exclusive items.

Strategic tierCoreTypeGTM or Marketing PartnerAnnounced on2024-08-01
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The Fairmont Le Montreux Palace hosts annual Christmas events for Make-A-Wish families, featuring a Wishing Tree (Sapin a Voeux), the Bake-A-Wish dessert (5 CHF per cake sold), and a magical Christmas afternoon with the wishes tree, Make-A-Wish log cake, festive drinks, and a fairy-tale snack for families. The partnership is multi-year and ongoing.

42Race for Gift (Geneva)
Strategic tierCoreTypeGTM or Marketing PartnerAnnounced on2024-06-27
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Race for Gift is an annual charitable running event in Geneva where Make-A-Wish participates as a beneficiary. Runners and walkers raise funds for wish fulfillment. In 2025, 330+ participants joined, demonstrating strong community support for the foundation.

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Strategic tierMinorTypeGTM or Marketing PartnerAnnounced on2024-06-27
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Make-A-Wish was the 'Charity of the Heart' partner at the Gonet Geneva Open tennis tournament in 2023 and 2024, with a presence throughout the event. The partnership combines tennis spectatorship with charitable giving.

Strategic tierMinorTypeGTM or Marketing PartnerAnnounced on2024-06-27
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Cesar Ritz College (Le Bouveret) students engaged in fundraising activities for Make-A-Wish during the 2023-2024 academic year, demonstrating the foundation's reach into Swiss hospitality education.

Strategic tierMinorTypeGTM or Marketing PartnerAnnounced on2024-06-27
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The Bal de Droit organized by Geneva law students selected Make-A-Wish as its charity beneficiary in 2024, raising funds at the annual law student gala.

Strategic tierMinorTypeGTM or Marketing PartnerAnnounced on2023-12-08
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Fantasy Basel, Switzerland's largest pop culture convention, has hosted multiple Cosplayers United for Charity tombolas in support of Make-A-Wish since 2022. In 2023 and 2025, CU4C organized large tombolas at Fantasy Basel, raising significant funds from the cosplay community.

Strategic tierMinorTypeGTM or Marketing PartnerAnnounced on2023-12-08
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Rotaract Zurich International organized a Summer Charity Party in June 2023 to raise funds for Make-A-Wish Switzerland, engaging the young professional community in Geneva and Zurich.

48AndiGAMETV (Twitch)
Strategic tierMinorTypeGTM or Marketing PartnerAnnounced on2023-12-08
Description

AndiGAMETV organized a Twitch streaming charity gaming tournament on January 28, 2023 with 70+ Swiss e-sport streamers raising funds for Make-A-Wish through viewer donations during the live stream.

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49Verbier Padel Master
Strategic tierMinorTypeGTM or Marketing PartnerAnnounced on2023-08-15
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The first international padel tournament in Switzerland, held in Verbier in August 2023, included Make-A-Wish as a beneficiary, raising awareness and funds through its sporting audience.

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Strategic tierMinorTypeGTM or Marketing PartnerAnnounced on2023-07-30
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Make-A-Wish had an information stand at the Montreux Jazz Festival in July 2023 during the foundation's 20th anniversary year, connecting with festival-goers and raising awareness.

51Leman Running (Trophee)
Strategic tierMinorTypeGTM or Marketing PartnerAnnounced on2023-06-01
Description

Leman Running's 10-month 'Trophee' competition designated Make-A-Wish as its charity partner, engaging runners and walkers in fundraising for wish fulfillment.

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Strategic tierMinorTypeGTM or Marketing PartnerAnnounced on2023-06-01
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The Lions de Geneve basketball club invited Make-A-Wish families to attend a game in December 2023, creating a special experience for beneficiary children alongside the sporting event.

Strategic tierMinorTypeGTM or Marketing PartnerAnnounced on2022-08-23
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Aquatis Aquarium-Vivarium in Lausanne invited Make-A-Wish families to a special event in July 2022, providing a unique experience for beneficiary children at the aquarium.

54Harmonie Danse school
Strategic tierMinorTypeGTM or Marketing PartnerAnnounced on2022-07-19
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The Harmonie Danse school in Geneva promoted Make-A-Wish during its 'Emotions paralleles' dance performance on July 3, 2022, raising awareness among its audience of dance enthusiasts.

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Strategic tierMinorTypeGTM or Marketing PartnerAnnounced on2022-07-19
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O'Chap venue in Geneva hosted a Make-A-Wish charity gala on September 2-3, 2022, featuring magical performances echoing the wonder of wish fulfillment, with all proceeds supporting the foundation.

56Kelly (Swiss swimwear brand)
Strategic tierMinorTypeGTM or Marketing PartnerAnnounced on2022-05-09
Description

Swiss swimwear brand Kelly showed its support for Make-A-Wish, demonstrating the creative range of local brands engaging with the foundation.

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Strategic tierMinorTypeGTM or Marketing PartnerAnnounced on2022-04-19
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Camaro Freaks, a Swiss Chevrolet Camaro enthusiast group, organized a fundraising initiative for Make-A-Wish born from a friendly wager among car passionate friends, combining automotive enthusiasm with charitable giving.

Strategic tierMinorTypeGTM or Marketing PartnerAnnounced on2022-03-17
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Cartapulse selected Make-A-Wish Switzerland as its charity of the month in March 2022, promoting awareness among its audience and raising funds through its platform.

Strategic tierMinorTypeGTM or Marketing PartnerAnnounced on2020-11-12
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Advanced Workplace Associates organized the international #WorkplaceWeek virtual festival, dedicating the event to supporting Make-A-Wish and other charities globally, engaging the workplace community in charitable fundraising.

Strategic tierMinorTypeGTM or Marketing PartnerAnnounced on2020-11-03
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Caran d'Ache launched the #WishesComeTrueBlue collection celebrating Disney's 40th anniversary and Make-A-Wish, with a portion of proceeds supporting wish fulfillment.

Strategic tierMinorTypeGTM or Marketing PartnerAnnounced on2020-11-03
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Fisher-Price partnered with Make-A-Wish to bring smiles to seriously ill children, with special initiatives for Star Wars fans and other children, providing toys and experiences that contribute to wish fulfillment.

Strategic tierMinorTypeGTM or Marketing PartnerAnnounced on2020-11-03
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Owen, a Star Wars fan, built a 3D R2-KT robot and used the project to raise funds for Make-A-Wish Switzerland, demonstrating the creative ways individuals support the foundation.

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Make-A-Wish Switzerland

Charitable Wish-Granting Servicesmakeawish.ch

Make-A-Wish Switzerland & Liechtenstein is a Geneva-based non-profit foundation, founded in 2003, that grants personalized wishes to children aged 3-18 with serious, life-threatening illnesses across all language regions of Switzerland and Liechtenstein, operating with a 4.7 FTE paid team and 100+ volunteers.

What Make-A-Wish Switzerland does

Make-A-Wish Switzerland & Liechtenstein is a non-profit charitable foundation founded in 2003 and headquartered at Rue de Savoie 7A, 1207 Geneva. Affiliated with Make-A-Wish International, the foundation grants personalized wishes to children aged 3-18 diagnosed with serious, life-threatening illnesses across all language regions of Switzerland (French-speaking Romandie, German-speaking Deutschschweiz, Italian-speaking Ticino) and Liechtenstein. The foundation is not a technology company — its core offering is the "Wish Journey," an end-to-end service that combines wish discovery, planning, anticipation activities, and fulfillment, supported by a Medical Advisory Committee of 9+ Swiss pediatric specialists who validate eligibility and ensure medical safety.

The foundation operates with an exceptionally lean paid team (approximately 4.7 FTE / 6 staff members in 2025) augmented by a volunteer network of 100+ Wish Makers across Switzerland and Liechtenstein, plus a roster of eight celebrity ambassadors including astronaut Claude Nicollier and footballer Johan Djourou. Wish fulfillment scaled from 23 wishes in 2021 (pandemic year) to 107 wishes in 2025, with a cumulative 750+ wishes granted since founding. The foundation does not develop proprietary technology products and operates without an API, SDK, or mobile application — its "platform" is the operational and community infrastructure that coordinates between medical referrers (HUG, UKBB, CHUV, etc.), donors, corporate partners, and beneficiary families.

Revenue is generated entirely through donations and fundraising: individual donations (one-time and recurring via makeawish.ch), corporate partnerships and sponsorships (Porsche, Mandarin Oriental, Fairmont, Lidl, Manor, David Lloyd, Caran d'Ache), event-based fundraising (galas, charity runs, sports tournaments, school initiatives), and legacy/bequest giving. Notable single-event fundraising outcomes include CHF 10,000 from the Swiss IGFR Golf Championship, CHF 6,000 from Lions Club Bad Ragaz, and CHF 5,000 from Soroptimist Club Bellinzona. The foundation is governed by a volunteer Board of Trustees led by President Jean-Pierre Boissonnas and Vice-President Anne Empain, with Director Nathalie Martens-Jacquet heading operations.

Make-A-Wish Switzerland firmographics

Firmographics
Name
Make-A-Wish Switzerland
Legal name
Make-A-Wish Foundation of Switzerland and Liechtenstein
Website
https://makeawish.ch
Company type
Private
Founded year
2003
Operating status
Operating
Headcount range
11–50 employees
Short description
Make-A-Wish Switzerland & Liechtenstein is a Geneva-based non-profit foundation, founded in 2003, that grants personalized wishes to children aged 3-18 with serious, life-threatening illnesses across all language regions of Switzerland and Liechtenstein, operating with a 4.7 FTE paid team and 100+ volunteers.
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Make-A-Wish Switzerland industry classification

Industry
Product category
Charitable Wish-Granting Services
NAICS
Grantmaking and Giving Services (81321), Grantmaking Foundations (813211), Voluntary Health Organizations (813212)
akta.pro primary industry
International Grantmaking & Development Foundations (BPAGAKAH)

Keywords

  • Wish-granting foundation
  • Charitable services
  • Pediatric nonprofit
  • Corporate philanthropy
  • Volunteer programs

Where Make-A-Wish Switzerland is headquartered

Location

Headquarters

HQ city
Geneva
HQ country
Switzerland
HQ region
Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

Make-A-Wish Switzerland business model

Business model
GTM type
B2C
Offering type
Services
Cost components
Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

  1. Individual Donations: One-time and recurring donations from individuals. The foundation actively solicits donations through its website, events, and newsletter (Wishletter). Donors can contribute via the website at makeawish.ch/faire-un-don.
  2. Corporate Partnerships & Sponsorship: Corporate partners provide financial support, in-kind donations (e.g., travel, hospitality, venue access), and employee engagement. Partners include Porsche, Mandarian Oriental, Fairmont, David Lloyd, Lidl, Manor, Soroptimist, Lions Club, Rotary, and others. Some partnerships involve percentage-of-sales arrangements (e.g., Sandra Czich donating 10% of Swimwear collection sales).
  3. Event-Based Fundraising: Funds raised through third-party events organized by volunteers, companies, schools, and community groups. Examples include charity runs (Race for Gift, Charity Run & Walk Uri), galas (Gala Dolce Vita, Watchmakers United evening), sports tournaments (Derby du Lac, Inter-Hotels football tournament), creative events (Fantasy Basel tombolas), and school initiatives (Glion Charity Event, CREA workshops).
  4. Legs and Bequests: The foundation accepts legacy giving and bequests as a long-term revenue stream. A dedicated page encourages supporters to make a bequest (legs) to the foundation.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels8 records

Make-A-Wish Switzerland product offering

Product offering

Core offering

Make-A-Wish Switzerland & Liechtenstein is a charitable foundation that grants personalized wishes to children aged 3 to 18 diagnosed with serious, life-threatening illnesses across Switzerland and Liechtenstein. Each wish — whether a travel experience, meeting an idol, receiving a tailored gift, or enjoying an extraordinary encounter — is designed, coordinated, and fulfilled at no cost to the family by a network of paid staff and over 100 volunteers.

Product overview

Make-A-Wish Switzerland & Liechtenstein is a charitable foundation that operates as a single, unified service focused on granting wishes to critically ill children. The organization offers a comprehensive wish-granting program called the 'Wish Journey,' which encompasses the entire process from wish discovery to realization. Supporting services include a volunteer network (Wish Makers), donation and partnership programs, a newsletter (Wishletter), and annual reporting for transparency. The organization does not operate as a technology platform but as a mission-driven nonprofit that connects children with life-threatening illnesses to experiences that provide hope, strength, and joy.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

  • Wish Granting Program Personalized wish fulfillment service for children aged 3-18 with serious, life-threatening illnesses across Switzerland and Liechtenstein. Each wish is medically assessed, designed, and realized free of charge to the family.
  • Wish Journey Structured end-to-end wish process from initial family registration through wish discovery, planning, anticipation activities, and the fulfillment event, followed by lasting post-wish impact for the child and family.
  • Donation Program Fundraising service enabling individuals to contribute one-time or recurring donations to support wish fulfillment, accepted through the foundation's website and bank transfer (IBAN).
  • Volunteer Wish Maker Program Structured volunteer engagement program in which individuals across all Swiss language regions and Liechtenstein participate in identifying eligible children, designing personalized wishes, and coordinating wish fulfillment.
  • Corporate Partnership Program Corporate engagement service enabling businesses to support the foundation through financial sponsorship, in-kind donations (travel, hospitality, venues), employee volunteer programs, and cause-marketing initiatives.
  • Legacy and Bequest Program Planned-giving service enabling supporters to include Make-A-Wish Switzerland in their wills and estate plans as a long-term funding stream.

Quantifiable outcome

  • 97% of families say the wish has strengthened their family bonds
  • +3 more outcomes

Companies that use Make-A-Wish Switzerland

Customer profile

Named customers4 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Make-A-Wish Switzerland technology and API

Technology

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API
No
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Make-A-Wish Switzerland partnerships and signals

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Partnerships

62 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

  • Glion Institute of Higher EducationcoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 10 June 2026Glion Institute of Higher Education (Bulle and Montreux campuses) elected Make-A-Wish Switzerland as its 'Charity of the Year' in 2026. Students, faculty, and staff organized a large-scale charity event featuring sports activities, a 5km run, yoga, Zumba, table tennis tournaments, a tug-of-war challenge, food stalls, music, and a tombola. A significant sum was raised to support wish fulfillment.
  • Porsche (Centre Porsche Schlieren)coreGTM or Marketing Partner · 6 June 2026Porsche has been a consistent multi-year partner supporting the Drive for Wishes event at the Porsche Center in Schlieren, Zurich. Since 2024, Porsche has provided vehicles, venue access, and enthusiastic support for Make-A-Wish children to experience luxury car rides. Porsche also supports wish fulfillment beyond the annual event.
  • Faino Food TruckminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 6 June 2026Faino Food Truck provided catering at the Drive for Wishes 2026 event at Porsche Center Schlieren, serving food to children, families, and attendees throughout the day.
  • Automobile Club de GenevecoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 31 May 2026The Automobile Club de Geneve organized a morning of supercar experiences (Ferrari, Lamborghini, Porsche, Aston Martin) for Make-A-Wish children at a partner venue. Generous car owners shared their passion and time, creating unforgettable moments. Carugati Automobiles Geneve also provided a warm welcome.
  • Charity Run & Walk UriminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 16 April 2026The Charity Run & Walk Uri organized a solidarity event in the canton of Uri on March 22, 2026 with 170 participants, raising over CHF 4,000 for Make-A-Wish to provide hope, strength, and unforgettable moments for seriously ill children.
  • Mandarin Oriental LucernecoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 April 2026Mandarin Oriental Lucerne organized an Advent fundraising event for Make-A-Wish families in German-speaking Switzerland, providing a magical Christmas atmosphere with candles, creativity, and shared moments for beneficiary families in Lucerne.
  • Soroptimist Club BellinzonaminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 8 March 2026The Soroptimist Club Bellinzona organized an exceptional charity brunch in Bellinzona with over 190 participants, raising funds for Make-A-Wish. A beneficiary family attended and a past wish child (Francesco) shared his experience. Biscuits were distributed as gifts. This followed an earlier brunch in Arbedo that raised CHF 5,000.
  • Lidl VernierminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 15 January 2026Lidl Vernier partnered with Make-A-Wish at the opening of its new store in Vernier (January 2026). Make-A-Wish volunteers animated stands at the opening, and a donation was made to support the fulfillment of a child's wish.
  • TGV LyriaminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 30 December 2025TGV Lyria donated magical train journeys to nine Make-A-Wish families, allowing them to begin their wish trips in comfort and safety. The partnership enabled families to travel to wish destinations by high-speed rail.
  • Mandarin Oriental Palace Lucerne (Noel des enfants)minorGTM or Marketing Partner · 29 December 2025Mandarin Oriental Lucerne hosted a Christmas celebration for Make-A-Wish families from German-speaking Switzerland, providing a magical festive atmosphere for children and their families.
  • Manor (Sierre and Chavannes)minorGTM or Marketing Partner · 17 December 2025Manor department stores in Sierre (Valais) and Chavannes (Vaud) supported the 'Sapin du Coeur' (Heart Tree) Christmas charity action in December 2025, helping to raise funds for wishes for seriously ill children.
  • Inter-Hotels et Restauration LeManique (Geneva)minorGTM or Marketing Partner · 24 September 2025The 23rd edition of the Inter-Hotels and Restaurant Tournament brought together sports and solidarity for Make-A-Wish at Geneva. The annual football tournament has been a longstanding supporter of wish fulfillment.
  • Swiss IGFR Championship at Golf de NeuchatelminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 22 September 2025The 61st Swiss IGFR Championship at Golf de Neuchatel raised CHF 10,000 for Make-A-Wish through the generosity of participating Rotary clubs and golfers, enabling the fulfillment of multiple children's wishes.
  • Polo Gold Cup GstaadminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 25 August 2025Make-A-Wish participated in the Polo Gold Cup Gstaad (August 2024) to raise awareness and build new solidarity connections at the prestigious Swiss polo event in the Bernese Oberland.
  • OTIUM Foundation and Master Chocolatier Edouard MorandminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 14 August 2025A chocolate workshop organized by the OTIUM Foundation and Master Chocolatier Edouard Morand brought Make-A-Wish families together for a creative, sweet, and smile-filled afternoon, combining artisanal excellence with a charitable cause.
  • La Reserve Geneve (Cocktail)minorGTM or Marketing Partner · 15 July 2025Bar Le Loti at La Reserve Geneve created a non-alcoholic Make-A-Wish signature ice cream cone-inspired cocktail. Full proceeds from every cocktail sold are donated to the foundation to help realize pending wishes.
  • Sandra CzichminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 9 July 2025Artist Sandra Czich launched a limited-time partnership (July-September 2025) donating 10% of all Swimwear and Resort Wear collection sales on her website (czibeachwear.com) to Make-A-Wish Switzerland, offering both a creative and commercial partnership supporting wish fulfillment.
  • CREA - OMNES Education (Geneva and Lausanne campuses)minorGTM or Marketing Partner · 7 July 2025CREA - OMNES Education students participated in a workshop where they designed wish fulfillment strategies for 7 Make-A-Wish children, engaging in real negotiations with vendors and presenting actionable plans. This educational partnership combines student learning with real-world wish fulfillment.
  • Lions Club Bad RagazminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 18 June 2025The Lions Club Bad Ragaz donated CHF 6,000 to Make-A-Wish at its jubilee celebration on June 2, 2025. The amount was entirely dedicated to fulfilling the wish of a seriously ill child in the region, presented by the club president at the Davaz wine estate.
  • David Lloyd (Veigy and Country Club Geneva)coreGTM or Marketing Partner · 31 May 2025David Lloyd clubs partnered with Make-A-Wish in December 2025, installing Wish Trees at Veigy and Country Club Geneva, and hosting a Christmas celebration. The partnership engages members in supporting wish fulfillment and raises awareness among the health-conscious club community.
  • Jeune et Ambitieux (Damien Chiavuzzo)minorGTM or Marketing Partner · 31 May 2025Jeune et Ambitieux, a charitable project by Damien Chiavuzzo, organized the Derby du Lac football charity match in Lausanne (2025 and 2026), bringing together professional footballers, artists, and content creators in a Kings League-inspired tournament to raise funds for Make-A-Wish.
  • Holmes Place GeneveminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 28 May 2025Holmes Place Geneve hosted a Make-A-Wish information stand on May 5-6, 2025, with volunteers engaging health-conscious members in awareness-building around the foundation's mission. The partnership explores the resonance between personal wellness and contributing to others' well-being.
  • Joël Kinderspitex FoundationminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 17 May 2025Make-A-Wish participated in the 35th anniversary celebration of the Joël Kinderspitex Foundation at Goldau animal park (canton Schwyz). The foundation provides home medical and nursing care to seriously ill children. Make-A-Wish brought fairy face painting and glitter tattoos to over 50 children at the event.
  • Watchmakers UnitedcoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 15 May 2025Watchmakers United partnered with Make-A-Wish for a World Wish Month charity evening in Geneva, featuring custom watch bracelet creation with Jean Rousseau, personalized watch pouches, and a silent auction of a unique Sartory Billard watch with proceeds to Make-A-Wish. Partners included Kross Studio and Sartory Billard.
  • Grand Hotel Villa Castagnola (Lugano)minorGTM or Marketing Partner · 11 May 2025Grand Hotel Villa Castagnola in Lugano hosted the Recognition Day (Mother's Day celebration) and spring celebration for Make-A-Wish families in Ticino. The hotel provides ongoing hospitality support for events in Italian-speaking Switzerland.
  • The Lacustre (Lausanne)minorGTM or Marketing Partner · 11 May 2025The Lacustre restaurant in Lausanne hosted the Recognition Day Mother's Day celebration for Make-A-Wish families in Romandie in 2025, providing a scenic lakefront venue for the event.
  • Chateau d'Ouchy (Lausanne)minorGTM or Marketing Partner · 11 May 2025Chateau d'Ouchy in Lausanne hosted the 2026 Mother's Day celebration for Make-A-Wish families in Romandie, offering a magnificent lakefront setting for family events.
  • Kiwanis Club Basel SpalenminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 10 May 2025The Kiwanis Club Basel Spalen organized its annual Run4Kids charity run with Make-A-Wish as the beneficiary in 2025. Runners including Nico Stoltz and Kathrin Zeck ran for the cause, with volunteer Florian representing Make-A-Wish at the event in Basel.
  • Soroptimist Club Bellinzona e ValliminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 10 May 2025The Soroptimist Club Bellinzona e Valli donated CHF 5,000 to Make-A-Wish, raised through a charity brunch in Arbedo in March 2025. The symbolic check was presented on May 10, 2025 in Bellinzona. A second Soroptimist brunch in Bellinzona in March 2026 with 190+ participants also raised significant funds.
  • Max Chocolatier (Lucerne)minorGTM or Marketing Partner · 17 April 2025Max Chocolatier in Lucerne hosted a charity chocolate evening in April 2025, organized by womenbiz.ch and Van Cleef Luzern, to raise funds for the wish of Inaya (who wished to go husky sledding in Finland). Giocate Cacciatore-von Mandach and Sarah Grgic co-organized the event.
  • CIRO Restaurant (Geneva)minorGTM or Marketing Partner · 15 April 2025Restaurant CIRO in Geneva, co-organized with ambassador Anne Lamuniere, hosted a charity Easter dinner with an Italian lemon-inspired menu. Proceeds helped fulfill the wish of young Nelio, who dreams of visiting Sardinia.
  • Mandarin Oriental GenevecoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 April 2025Mandarin Oriental Geneve partnered with Make-A-Wish for 'World Wish Month' (April 2025), organizing events for beneficiary families including a Christmas celebration at the hotel. The partnership demonstrates ongoing commitment to bringing magic and joy to seriously ill children and their families.
  • Crowne Plaza GenevaminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 April 2025Crowne Plaza Geneva participated in the Geneva Escalade Race in December 2025, running in Make-A-Wish colors to support wish fulfillment and raise public awareness of the foundation.
  • La Reserve GeneveminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2025La Reserve Geneve created a signature non-alcoholic Make-A-Wish cocktail available at Bar Le Loti during summer. All proceeds from cocktail sales are donated to Make-A-Wish Switzerland to support wishes awaiting fulfillment.
  • Noel au Quai (Geneva Christmas Market)minorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 December 2024Make-A-Wish participated in the Noel au Quai Geneva Christmas Market, hosting an information stand, a children's yurt with origami and 'Draw Me a Wish' workshops, and a Make-A-Wish snow globe decorating activity. The market provides annual visibility and fundraising opportunities.
  • Gala Dolce Vita (Lugano)minorGTM or Marketing Partner · 15 November 2024The prestigious Dolce Vita gala in Lugano chose Make-A-Wish as its charity beneficiary in November 2024, bringing together glamour and charity for an evening of fundraising and awareness for wishes in Ticino.
  • Berthaudin SAminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 14 November 2024Berthaudin SA hosted the 3rd Grand Diner on October 31, 2024 at Parc des Eaux-Vives in Geneva, raising funds for Make-A-Wish to support the fulfillment of additional wishes.
  • Foire du ValaisminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 10 October 2024Make-A-Wish was the guest of honor at the 64th Foire du Valais in 2024, raising significant visibility and awareness in Valais canton. The foundation participated with an information stand and interactive activities.
  • Porsche Centre Zurich (Drive for Wishes 2024)coreGTM or Marketing Partner · 14 September 2024Porsche Centre Zurich hosted the Drive for Wishes 2024 event, offering Make-A-Wish children and families luxury car experiences at the venue in Zurich.
  • Les Voiles Geneve and Ricardo.chminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 5 September 2024A silent auction partnership with Les Voiles Geneve and Ricardo.ch raised funds for wish fulfillment through the sale of exclusive items.
  • Fairmont Le Montreux PalacecoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 August 2024The Fairmont Le Montreux Palace hosts annual Christmas events for Make-A-Wish families, featuring a Wishing Tree (Sapin a Voeux), the Bake-A-Wish dessert (5 CHF per cake sold), and a magical Christmas afternoon with the wishes tree, Make-A-Wish log cake, festive drinks, and a fairy-tale snack for families. The partnership is multi-year and ongoing.
  • Race for Gift (Geneva)coreGTM or Marketing Partner · 27 June 2024Race for Gift is an annual charitable running event in Geneva where Make-A-Wish participates as a beneficiary. Runners and walkers raise funds for wish fulfillment. In 2025, 330+ participants joined, demonstrating strong community support for the foundation.
  • Gonet Geneva OpenminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 27 June 2024Make-A-Wish was the 'Charity of the Heart' partner at the Gonet Geneva Open tennis tournament in 2023 and 2024, with a presence throughout the event. The partnership combines tennis spectatorship with charitable giving.
  • Cesar Ritz College (Le Bouveret)minorGTM or Marketing Partner · 27 June 2024Cesar Ritz College (Le Bouveret) students engaged in fundraising activities for Make-A-Wish during the 2023-2024 academic year, demonstrating the foundation's reach into Swiss hospitality education.
  • Bal de Droit (Geneva Law Students Association)minorGTM or Marketing Partner · 27 June 2024The Bal de Droit organized by Geneva law students selected Make-A-Wish as its charity beneficiary in 2024, raising funds at the annual law student gala.
  • Fantasy BaselminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 8 December 2023Fantasy Basel, Switzerland's largest pop culture convention, has hosted multiple Cosplayers United for Charity tombolas in support of Make-A-Wish since 2022. In 2023 and 2025, CU4C organized large tombolas at Fantasy Basel, raising significant funds from the cosplay community.
  • Rotaract Zurich InternationalminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 8 December 2023Rotaract Zurich International organized a Summer Charity Party in June 2023 to raise funds for Make-A-Wish Switzerland, engaging the young professional community in Geneva and Zurich.
  • AndiGAMETV (Twitch)minorGTM or Marketing Partner · 8 December 2023AndiGAMETV organized a Twitch streaming charity gaming tournament on January 28, 2023 with 70+ Swiss e-sport streamers raising funds for Make-A-Wish through viewer donations during the live stream.
  • Verbier Padel MasterminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 15 August 2023The first international padel tournament in Switzerland, held in Verbier in August 2023, included Make-A-Wish as a beneficiary, raising awareness and funds through its sporting audience.
  • Montreux Jazz FestivalminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 30 July 2023Make-A-Wish had an information stand at the Montreux Jazz Festival in July 2023 during the foundation's 20th anniversary year, connecting with festival-goers and raising awareness.
  • Leman Running (Trophee)minorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 June 2023Leman Running's 10-month 'Trophee' competition designated Make-A-Wish as its charity partner, engaging runners and walkers in fundraising for wish fulfillment.
  • Lions de Geneve (Basketball Club)minorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 June 2023The Lions de Geneve basketball club invited Make-A-Wish families to attend a game in December 2023, creating a special experience for beneficiary children alongside the sporting event.
  • AquatisminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 23 August 2022Aquatis Aquarium-Vivarium in Lausanne invited Make-A-Wish families to a special event in July 2022, providing a unique experience for beneficiary children at the aquarium.
  • Harmonie Danse schoolminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 19 July 2022The Harmonie Danse school in Geneva promoted Make-A-Wish during its 'Emotions paralleles' dance performance on July 3, 2022, raising awareness among its audience of dance enthusiasts.
  • O'ChapminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 19 July 2022O'Chap venue in Geneva hosted a Make-A-Wish charity gala on September 2-3, 2022, featuring magical performances echoing the wonder of wish fulfillment, with all proceeds supporting the foundation.
  • Kelly (Swiss swimwear brand)minorGTM or Marketing Partner · 9 May 2022Swiss swimwear brand Kelly showed its support for Make-A-Wish, demonstrating the creative range of local brands engaging with the foundation.
  • Camaro FreaksminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 19 April 2022Camaro Freaks, a Swiss Chevrolet Camaro enthusiast group, organized a fundraising initiative for Make-A-Wish born from a friendly wager among car passionate friends, combining automotive enthusiasm with charitable giving.
  • CartapulseminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 17 March 2022Cartapulse selected Make-A-Wish Switzerland as its charity of the month in March 2022, promoting awareness among its audience and raising funds through its platform.
  • Advanced Workplace Associates (#WorkplaceWeek)minorGTM or Marketing Partner · 12 November 2020Advanced Workplace Associates organized the international #WorkplaceWeek virtual festival, dedicating the event to supporting Make-A-Wish and other charities globally, engaging the workplace community in charitable fundraising.
  • Caran d'Ache (#WishesComeTrueBlue)minorGTM or Marketing Partner · 3 November 2020Caran d'Ache launched the #WishesComeTrueBlue collection celebrating Disney's 40th anniversary and Make-A-Wish, with a portion of proceeds supporting wish fulfillment.
  • Fisher-PriceminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 3 November 2020Fisher-Price partnered with Make-A-Wish to bring smiles to seriously ill children, with special initiatives for Star Wars fans and other children, providing toys and experiences that contribute to wish fulfillment.
  • Owen (R2-KT 3D Robot Builder)minorGTM or Marketing Partner · 3 November 2020Owen, a Star Wars fan, built a 3D R2-KT robot and used the project to raise funds for Make-A-Wish Switzerland, demonstrating the creative ways individuals support the foundation.

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Frequently asked questions about Make-A-Wish Switzerland

What does Make-A-Wish Switzerland do?

Make-A-Wish Switzerland & Liechtenstein is a charitable foundation that grants personalized wishes to children aged 3 to 18 diagnosed with serious, life-threatening illnesses across Switzerland and Liechtenstein. Each wish — whether a travel experience, meeting an idol, receiving a tailored gift, or enjoying an extraordinary encounter — is designed, coordinated, and fulfilled at no cost to the family by a network of paid staff and over 100 volunteers.

Is Make-A-Wish Switzerland a public or private company?

Make-A-Wish Switzerland is a private company. It is classified as nonprofit foundation owned and is currently operating.

When was Make-A-Wish Switzerland founded?

Make-A-Wish Switzerland was founded in 2003. It employs 11 to 50 people.

Where is Make-A-Wish Switzerland based?

Make-A-Wish Switzerland is headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, in the Europe region.

How does Make-A-Wish Switzerland make money?

Four revenue lines are on record. Individual Donations are the primary driver. The others are corporate Partnerships & Sponsorship, event-Based Fundraising and legs and Bequests.

Does Make-A-Wish Switzerland have an API?

No public API is recorded for Make-A-Wish Switzerland.

What industry is Make-A-Wish Switzerland in?

Make-A-Wish Switzerland's product category is Charitable Wish-Granting Services. Its primary akta.pro industry code is BPAGAKAH, International Grantmaking & Development Foundations. Its NAICS code is 81321.

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