This one believe guides us in everything we do at Make-A-Wish. It inspires us to grant wishes that change the lives of the kids we serve. It compels us to be creative in exceeding the expectations of every wish kid. It drives us to make our donated resources go as far as possible. Most of all, it’s the founding principle of our vision to grant the wish of every eligible child. Wishes are more than just a nice thing. And they are far more than gifts, or singular events in time. Wishes impact everyone involved – wish kids, volunteers, donors, sponsors, medical professionals and communities. The impact varies. For wish kids, …show more content…
The mission and vision is the heartbeat of an organization. Without a well-defined mission and vision, there is seemingly no purpose and the power to influence is at a standstill. Leaders inspire others to seek and live out the mission and vision. Simon Sinek, author of Start With Why writes on influence and how leaders inspire action. He states: “Those who are able to inspire give people a sense of purpose or belonging that has little to do with any external incentive or benefit to be gained. Those who truly lead are able to create a following of people who act not because they were swayed, but because they are inspired. For those who are inspired, the motivation to act is deeply