Disneyland Experience Headlines The Wish Gala Auction
An unforgettable Disneyland Resort experience will headline the live auction at The Wish Gala, Make-A-Wish Orange County and the Inland Empire’s annual benefit taking place Saturday, Oct. 18, at Balboa Bay Resort in Newport Beach. Disneyland Resort, a longtime Make-A-Wish partner, has donated an exclusive overnight stay in Walt Disney’s private apartment, complete with a gourmet dinner at 21 Royal and a magical after-hours walk through Disneyland Park.
The auction is live now, with bidding starting at $20,000. This unique experience is offered only to CHOC and Make-A-Wish Orange County and the Inland Empire supporters.
More than 250 guests are expected to gather for the black-tie event, themed Moonlit Magic. The evening begins at 5:30 p.m. and tickets are $550 per person. Guests will enjoy dinner, entertainment, dancing, and both silent and live auctions. Last year’s gala raised more than $700,000 and helped grant 273 wishes for children with critical illnesses.
This year’s event will honor Yuhaaviatam of San Manuel Nation for its long-standing support of Make-A-Wish. Guided by the spirit of Yawa’, to act on one’s beliefs, the San Manuel Nation’s generosity has helped grant more than 80 wishes in recent years.
Event chairs are Dr. George and Dolores Salman, with KTLA anchor Glen Walker serving as emcee. Anne Grey, president and CEO of Make-A-Wish Orange County and the Inland Empire, will also attend.
The Wish Gala will be held at Balboa Bay Resort, 1221 West Coast Highway, Newport Beach.
To purchase tickets or make a donation, visit WishGala.org.
Make-A-Wish Orange County and the Inland Empire has granted more than 8,400 wishes since its founding in 1983. Together with 56 chapters nationwide, the organization has brought more than 550,000 wishes to life for children battling critical illnesses. For more information, visit wish.org/ocie.
