Trades for Wishes

BUILDING HOPE. GRANTING WISHES. CHANGING LIVES. Utah’s Trades Industry Uniting to Grant Life-Changing Wishes Presented by leaders across Utah’s trades community in partnership with Make-A-Wish Utah

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.

5,000

Wishes granted in Utah since 1985

$14,000

Average value of a wish

279

Utah children currently waiting for a wish

We’re inviting trade partners across Utah to

Join the Movement!

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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.

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.

"As leaders in the trades, we know the power of showing up, solving problems, and helping our communities thrive.

Trades for Wishes gives our industry an opportunity to come together and create something truly life-changing for Utah kids and families."​ –Carrie Kelsh, CEO/Founder of A Plus Garage Doors & Trades for Wishes

A Wish is More Than a Moment It Can Change a Child’s Journey

Your support has direct impact.

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.

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.

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

A wish doesn’t just create joy.

It helps children and families build resilience, hope, and strength throughout their treatment journey.

What a Wish Can Do The moment a wish is granted, it can transform a child’s life, bringing strength, joy and renewed hope when it’s needed most. Research shows that wishes have proven physical and emotional benefits that can give children with critical illnesses better health outcomes. Get involved today and help grant a life-changing wish.

At Make-A-Wish Utah, we grant wishes for kids fighting critical illnesses – and these wishes are more than just feel-good moments. They have proven physical and emotional benefits, can create a real turning point in a child’s treatment, and even give them a better chance of survival. The majority of kids whose wishes we grant go on to beat their illnesses and live typical, healthy lives.

I wish to be a cowgirl Kionna, 6 cancer

Our Mission

Our Vision

Together, we create life-changing wishes for Utah children fighting critical illnesses.

To grant the wish of every eligible child.

The Impact of a Wish

A wish gives children renewed energy and strength, brings families closer and unites entire communities.

Wishes help children replace fear with confidence, sadness with joy and anxiety with hope.

A wish provides a unique source of strength and resilience that medical treatments alone cannot offer.

Every child deserves a childhood. You can give hope and joy to a child who needs a wish in your community today.

Types of Wishes

I WISH TO GO

I WISH TO BE

I WISH TO MEET

I WISH TO HAVE

I WISH TO GIVE

Make-A-Wish Utah

By The Numbers

279

221

235

Utah wish kids waiting for a wish

wishes granted in 2025

2026 wish-granting goal

5,000+

4/4

Utah Wishes granted since inception in 1986

Charity Navigator Score

The Children We Serve Cancers

42.9%

Transplants

5.5%

Neurological Conditions

15.3%

Circulatory Conditions

2.8%

Congenital Anomalies

11.7%

Genitourinary Conditions

2.7%

Metabolic/Endocrine/Immunology

6.3%

Other

7.0%

Blood Diseases

5.8%

Ways to Participate Commit to Funding the Cash Portion of Wishes by:

Corporate Contribution

Percentage Giveback

Customer Campaign

Make a direct company gift

Donate a portion of sales, services, or projects

Add an invitation for customers to support the cause

Examples: $50 per install 5% of a project Seasonal offers

Examples: Round-ups Add-ons Special promotions

Employee Engagement Friendly competitions, team fundraising, volunteer opportunities

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

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Why Participate Good for Kids. Good for Community. Good for Business.

Corporate Contribution Support local children and families.

Customer Connection Show customers the values that drive your business.

Brand Visibility Align your company with the second most trusted nonprofit in the U.S.

Industry Leadership Stand alongside respected companies making a difference.

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

%

92

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

79% Of people ages 18–34 would feel more engaged with their company if it supported Make-A-Wish.

75% Would be more likely to recommend their employer to other potential employees if their company supported Make-A-Wish. *The Harris Poll, Make-A-Wish Employee Engagement

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83

%

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.*

Help Impact the Wish Journey of a Utah Child Including The Day of The Trades

I wish to be a firefighter Eli, 6 immune deficit disorder

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12

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Celebrate

THE IMPACT YOU’VE BUILT! 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.

Exclusive Event Featuring: Celebration of the year's impact Recognition of participating companies Networking with fellow trades leaders

Stories from wish families The unforgettable surprise announcement of a Utah child's wish

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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.

Click here to join the movement!

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

I wish to be a superhero Carter, 9 genetic disorder

Corporate Development Manager Make-A-Wish Utah ggallegos@utah.wish.org Mobile: (801) 814-8065

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