Make-A-Wish Orange County and the Inland Empire raised nearly $700,000 at recent The Wish Gala to help grant life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses across the region.
Held at the Balboa Bay Resort in Newport Beach on October 18, the annual black-tie event gathered 250 guests for an evening of elegance and inspiration, featuring stories from wish kids, spirited live and silent auctions, and a celebration of the donors, volunteers, and partners who make each wish possible.
The gala was co-chaired by Dolores Salman of Netflix and Dr. George Salman of Kaiser Permanente, whose leadership and vision helped make the evening a success.
KTLA News Anchor and Wish Wednesday Host Glen Walker served as emcee, guiding guests through a program filled with moments of hope, joy, and gratitude…