Civic Warriors

Author: Withum

Leaders in the nonprofit industry share their stories from the front lines of adversity. Where innovation meets determination, they withstand all odds to drive their mission forward and effect change. Each story's unique, each struggle's worth the fight, but the goal is constant - to make an impact. Join us on our journey to find the stories that are hidden beneath the corporate veil. Our guests open up on how they try, fail and overcome in their fight to fulfill their mission. Through their experiences, we can join forces to become civic warriors in our communities.
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Genres: Business, Education, Non-Profit

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Civic Warriors Episode 80: The Power of a Wish With Make-A-Wish Orange County and the Inland Empire
Episode 80
Tuesday, 14 April, 2026

Join us for this episode of Civic Warriors, where we speak with Anne Grey, President and CEO of Make-A-Wish Orange County and the Inland Empire, a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization. The conversation highlights how fulfilling wishes for children with critical illnesses goes far beyond a single moment of joy—these experiences can inspire hope, strengthen families, and even encourage kids to better engage with their medical treatment. Anne shares her personal journey, insights into how the organization operates, and behind-the-scenes stories of creating meaningful wishes, while also emphasizing the broader impact on communities and how others can get involved. Support the show