Make-A-Wish Greater Bay Area
Child & Family Services — Wish Granting for Critically Ill Children in San Francisco, California. Make-A-Wish Greater Bay Area grants wishes for children ages 2.5 through 18 diagnosed with critical illnesses. Coverage area: San Francisco Bay Area including SF, Oakland, San Jose, and Northern California. Refer a child or contact the chapter via the website or call the national referral line which routes to local chapter staff.
Phone: (800) 722-9474
Website: https://wish.org/greaterbay
Languages: English, Spanish, Mandarin, Vietnamese
Services offered: Wish granting for critically ill children, family experiences, post-wish community engagement, volunteer opportunities
Ages served: Ages 2.5 through 18 plus families
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Frequently asked questions about Make-A-Wish Greater Bay Area
How do I contact Make-A-Wish Greater Bay Area?
You can call Make-A-Wish Greater Bay Area at (800) 722-9474 in San Francisco, California. Their website is https://wish.org/greaterbay.
What services does Make-A-Wish Greater Bay Area offer?
Make-A-Wish Greater Bay Area offers Wish granting for critically ill children, family experiences, post-wish community engagement, volunteer opportunities. Serves Ages 2.5 through 18 plus families. Make-A-Wish Greater Bay Area grants wishes for children ages 2.5 through 18 diagnosed with critical illnesses. Coverage area: San Francisco Bay Area including SF, Oakland, San Jose, and Northern California. Refer a child or contact the chapter via the website or call the national referral line which
Are services at Make-A-Wish Greater Bay Area free or low-cost?
Many community child & family services providers offer free, sliding-scale, or Medicaid-covered services. Call Make-A-Wish Greater Bay Area at (800) 722-9474 to confirm pricing, accepted insurance, and any income requirements before your visit.
What languages does Make-A-Wish Greater Bay Area support?
Make-A-Wish Greater Bay Area reports providing services in: English, Spanish, Mandarin, Vietnamese. If you need another language, ask about translation services or call 988 for free crisis support in English and Spanish.
Who is eligible for services at Make-A-Wish Greater Bay Area?
Make-A-Wish Greater Bay Area reports serving Ages 2.5 through 18 plus families. Eligibility can also depend on income, residency, and the specific service needed — call (800) 722-9474 to confirm before visiting.
What if I'm in crisis right now?
If you or someone you love is in immediate danger, call 911. For mental health emergencies, call or text 988 — the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — for free, 24/7, confidential support. Veterans press 1; LGBTQ+ youth press 3.
In crisis? Call or text 988 for free, 24/7, confidential support. Veterans press 1. For immediate danger call 911.