I’m sitting on my knees by the door of an elementary school classroom. I am talking to the birthday boy.  He is thanking me for his gift.  He has the biggest smile on his face. I make a note in my mind that this is why I do this --  for this ki ...more

In memory of our friend Michael Shapiro, who recently passed after a long struggle with brain cancer, if you create an event between now and June 1st using Voices Against Brain Cancer as one of your chosen charities, Share Your Wish will match a portion of the total donation a ...more

How do we convince our children to use Share Your Wish?  Children don’t always see the value in things the way we as adults do.  Not only do most adults love the idea of giving to charity and teaching their youngsters about the importance of giving back, but most of us also enjoy ...more

At Share Your Wish, we believe that teaching our children the virtues of generosity and selflessness by helping others is of utmost importance.  We believe it gives them a sense of empowerment, and respect for others that they will take with them for the rest of their lives.  We want th ...more

As I sat on a line waiting to fill my car up with gas, I could not help but think of all those completely devastated by Hurricane Sandy. My heart aches for those who lost their lives and homes. I watch the destruction on television and feel sick.

I am truly fortunate - my family is safe a ...more