Every wish begins with someone who believes in its power.

The new fiscal year is off to a great start at Make-A-Wish Mid-Atlantic. We’ve shared special moments with our community, from our Alumni Reunion to Wishes on the Water. Thank you for helping us create life-changing wishes for children across our region.

Ten-year-old Joey from Sudlersville, Maryland, is a huge sports fan who loves watching and playing football. The Washington Commanders hold a special place in his heart, and he loves cheering them on and following his favorite players, Jayden Daniels and Terry McLaurin.

While living with cancer, football has remained a source of excitement for Joey. So, when he was asked what he wished for, Joey knew he wanted to meet the Washington Commanders.

Joey and his family spent the day at the Washington Commanders training facility, where they enjoyed a behind-the-scenes tour and saw how the team prepares for game day. Joey was surprised with his own personalized locker filled with Commanders gear and had the opportunity to meet Head Coach Dan Quinn, several players, and talk with Terry McLaurin. Meeting the team he has admired for years made this an unforgettable experience.

Thank you for joining us for our third annual Wish Alumni Reunion at Bar-T Ranch in Gaithersburg, Maryland. It was wonderful to welcome Wish Alumni and their families for a day of shared memories and meaningful moments.

The Baltimore Golf Classic silent auction is open to everyone, whether or not you’re attending the event! Browse an exciting selection of items and unique experiences, place your bids from anywhere and support Make-A-Wish Mid-Atlantic.

Thank you to everyone who joined us for Wishes on the Water. Together, we raised over $50,000 to grant wishes for kids in Anne Arundel County. It was a beautiful evening in Annapolis, Maryland, filled with community and connection.

Make-A-Wish Mid-Atlantic was honored to participate in the Impact Women in Leadership Awards at MGM National Harbor, celebrating 150 outstanding women in government contracting for their leadership, innovation, mentorship, and contributions to the industry.

Our team shared the life-changing impact a wish has for children battling critical illnesses and their families, and highlighted Operation Dream Maker, a fund dedicated to granting wishes for children of active-duty military service members and veterans. Through the power of a wish, children and families find renewed strength during difficult times.



We are especially grateful to Alexa Tsui and Mary Ann Brown for the opportunity to participate and for creating such a thoughtful and impactful event. Their leadership helped bring together an incredible community of women who are making a lasting impact throughout the government contracting sector.

Now through the end of November, all four Raku locations will host Dine Out Days every Wednesday, donating 10% of lunch and dinner dine-in proceeds to Make-A-Wish Mid-Atlantic. Dine out and help make wishes come true!

Join us on November 21, 2026, for a pre-Thanksgiving run starting and ending near Port City Brewing. The course follows Holmes Run before going back to Port City. Proceeds benefit Make-A-Wish Mid-Atlantic.