How It Began
Since 2008, Black Bear Diner has raised more than $1.9 million for Make-A-Wish of America®. Our partnership began when a local Black Bear Diner franchise owner experienced a child’s delight from a wish granted through the Make-A-Wish® organization and challenged our founders to hold an organized company-wide fundraising campaign.
Black Bear Diner staff from all locations came together to craft a creative fundraiser—a “Save Room for a Wish” campaign that passes $1 from special limited-edition wish-inspired desserts back to Make-A-Wish®. Guests also had the option to donate for $1 or $5 wish stars. That first year, they set what seemed like an ambitious goal to raise $15,000 on behalf of wish kids and their families. When the total came in at more than $47,000—the fundraiser became a holiday regular.
2023 Save Room For A Wish® Fundraiser
Meet Avi, a 15-year-old kid who loves outdoor sports. He is a resilient fighter, battling a rare cancer while competing on his varsity cross country team and enjoying outdoor activities whenever he can. Avi’s love of chocolate inspired Avi’s Avalanche, one of our limited time Save Room for a Wish®️ desserts.
See Avi’s full story and discover ways your generosity can help create life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses in your local community.
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2022 Save Room For A Wish® Fundraiser
Meet Ronan, a courageous 7-year-old who helped create our annual Save Room For A Wish limited-time-only dessert. Ronan worked with our team of talented chefs to help design the Sweet Cream Unicorn Cupcake–a delicious dessert that blends her passion for unicorns with her love of cake and vanilla frosting.
See Ronan’s pick along with all of our Save Room For A Wish desserts and ways you can give now through December 31, 2022.
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