The History of Make-A-Wish Illinois with Linda Parck

Join us for a journey through time as we sit down with Linda, the first Executive Director and longest standing staff member at Make-A-Wish Illinois. Get ready to be inspired by the incredible stories of hope, courage, and the power of a wish.

In this special episode, Linda shares her firsthand experiences from the early days of Make-A-Wish Illinois to now. Discover how our chapter grew from Linda in 1988 with a team of 40 volunteers to becoming one of the largest chapters granting over 700 wishes a year with help from 1,000 volunteers.

From heartwarming tales of granted wishes to the challenges faced in scaling the organization, Linda offers a unique perspective on the impact of Make-A-Wish Illinois.

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