1980
1980 : Chris Greicius ’ wish to be a police officer is granted . His wish inspires the creation of Make-A-Wish
1981 : First official wish granted to Frank ‘ Bopsy ’ Salazar Story in NBC Magazine leads to formation of multiple US chapters
1983 : Make-A-Wish Foundation of America is incorporated First presidential wish granted by President Reagan
1985 : Chapter expansion across the US
1988 : International awareness of the foundation ’ s mission is raised
1990
1990 : Make-A-Wish ’ s 10th birthday - 10,000 wishes granted so far
1993 : Make-A-Wish International formed
2000
1996 : The Make-A-Wish America website , wish . org , goes live
2000 : Wishbone logo is changed to a swirl and star logo
2018 : Brand refresh unveiled
2010
2010 : First World Wish Day is celebrated around the world . Over 198,000 wishes granted
2020 : 40th anniversary of the first wish
2020
2022 : Introduction of Make-A-Wish America ’ s digital platform , Galaxy
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