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Utah’s Trades Industry Uniting to Grant Life-Changing Wishes Wishes granted in Utah since 1985 Presented by leaders across Utah’s trades community in partnership with Make-A-Wish Utah

5,000 Every day, Utah’s trades professionals build, repair, restore and solve problems.

Trades for Wishes is our opportunity to do the same for children facing critical illnesses. Together, we can help create hope, strength, joy, and unforgettable moments for Utah kids and families when they need it most.

We’re inviting trade partners across Utah to

Average value of a wish $14,000 Utah children currently waiting for a wish 279

The Trades are Coming Together

Join the companies already building hope for Utah children & families:

Why Trades for Wishes?

Built by the industry. Powered by purpose.

The trades industry has always been built on hard work, trust, problem-solving, and community.

That's why a group of leaders from across Utah's trades community came together to launch Trades for Wishes.

"Asleadersinthetrades, weknowthepowerofshowing up,solvingproblems,andhelping ourcommunitiesthrive.

TradesforWishesgivesour industryanopportunitytocome togetherandcreatesomething trulylife-changingforUtah kidsandfamilies."

Our goal is simple:

To unite the trades industry around a shared mission of helping grant life-changing wishes for children facing critical illnesses.

Together, we can create something far bigger than any one company could accomplish alone.

A Wish is More Than a Moment

It can change a child’s journey.

9 out of 10 medical providers say a wish increases compliance with medical treatments.

9 out of 10 parents observe their child’s emotional well-being improves with a wish.

*Source: 2022 Wish Impact Study, wish org/impact-study

9 out of 10 medical providers observe that the wish experience helps relieve a family from traumatic stress.

9 out of 10 wish alumni reported that their wish made them feel more joyful, confident and hopeful for their future.

9 out of 10 parents report that their child’s wish experience strengthened their relationship with loved ones.

A wish doesn’t just create joy. It helps children and families build resilience, hope, and strength throughout their treatment journey.

Why Participate

Good for kids. Good for community. Good for business.

CorporateContribution

Supportlocalchildrenandfamilies.

CustomerConnection

Showcustomersthevaluesthatdriveyourbusiness.

Of Americans who are employed full/part time say they would be more committed to their employer if it supported Make-A-Wish.

BrandVisibility

AlignyourcompanywiththesecondmosttrustednonprofitintheU.S.

IndustryLeadership

Standalongsiderespectedcompaniesmakingadifference.

Employee Engagement

Give your employees the opportunity to be part of something meaningful strengthening your team while bringing hope to Utah children and families.

Corporate support = more than a donation.

of adults said they would feel like they were doing something positive for their community by working for a company that supports Make-A-Wish.*

As a participating Trades for Wishes company, you'll receive an exclusive invitation for your leadership team and employees to attend The Day of the Trades celebration

Ways to Participate

Commit to funding the cash portion of wishes by:

Make a direct company gift Corporate Contribution

Customer Campaign Percentage Giveback

Donate a portion of sales, services, or projects

Examples: $50 per install 5% of a project Seasonal offers Friendly competitions, team fundraising, volunteer opportunities Employee Engagement

Add an invitation for customers to support the cause

Examples: Round-ups Add-ons Special promotions

Partner Benefits & Support

We make participation easy!

Partner Benefits

Personalized Fundraising Page – Co-branded and shareable to collect donations and track campaign progress

Marketing Toolkit – Ready-to-use graphics, messaging, and campaign materials

Brand Collaboration – Permission to use the Make-A-Wish Utah name and logo in approved marketing materials

PR and Storytelling Support – Help share your company's story and partnership, with enhanced media opportunities for partners contributing $10,000+

Social Recognition – Collaborative social media features, partner spotlights, and campaign recognition

Employee Engagement – Wish Proclamation events and volunteer opportunities

Dedicated Support – A Make-A-Wish partnership manager to guide your campaign from start to finish

Campaign Reporting – Fundraising results and campaign performance metrics

The Day of the Trades – Exclusive invitation and partner recognition at the annual celebration

Community Leadership – Join a growing network of Utah trades companies united around a meaningful mission

Let’s Build Something Life-Changing

A wish can change a child's outlook. A family's journey. A community's future.

Together, Utah's trades industry can help grant more wishes and bring hope to children who need it most.

Contacts

Summer Ehrmann

Chief Development Officer

Make-A-Wish Utah

sehrmann@utah.wish.org

Mobile: (775) 340-0145

Stephanie McAllister

Corporate Relations Director

Make-A-Wish Utah

smcallister@utah.wish.org

Mobile: (317) 272-9781

Garrett Gallegos

Corporate Development Manager

Make-A-Wish Utah

ggallegos@utah.wish.org

Mobile: (801) 814-8065

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