2026 Make-A-Wish 40th Anniversary

For four decades, Make-A-Wish Alaska & Washington has been a beacon of hope for thousands of children and their families thanks to the unwavering support of volunteers, donors and community champions. Together, let's celebrate World Wish Day!

In celebration of the Seahawks' 50th Season, the Seahawks created Impacting 50 Communities, a purpose-driven initiative rooted in their six core pillars, designed to create meaningful impact across the region and beyond. Beginning in the Seattle area, the program focuses on giving back to local communities, developing the next generation of athletes, and expanding access to youth sports with a strong commitment to growing opportunities in Girls Flag Football.

This episode follows the Seahawks supporting communities across the PNW, from Pullman, Washington to Anchorage, Alaska, by funding meal programs that help children thrive on and off the field. Expanding access to reliable nutrition helps build the stability and opportunity youth need to learn, grow, and participate in sports.

The Seahawks expanded Impacting 50 Communities around the world, traveling to places from Sydney, Australia to Oahu, Hawaii, and bringing communities together through sport. By sharing the game of football, supporting local programs, donating resources, and helping rebuild communities, the Seahawks have positively impacted more than 52,970 individuals, continuing their commitment to creating meaningful change wherever they go.

Seahawks safety Julian Love is the organization's nominee for the 2025 Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year, an award that recognizes players who excel on the field and demonstrate a commitment to making a positive impact beyond the game. Watch as Love is surprised with the announcement that he is this year's nominee.

Seahawks safety Julian Love is the team's nominee for the league's prestigious Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year which recognizes players who excel on the field and demonstrate a commitment to making a positive impact beyond the game.

The Seahawks hosted the Special Olympics Unified Bowl at their training facility on Saturday, November 29, 2025 which featured a unified flag football game between Special Olympics Washington and Special Olympics Minnesota.

The Seahawks and Safeway teamed up to support organizations on the frontline of feeding families across Washington State. Jaxon Smith-Njigba hosted a food drive to support Feeding Feasible Feasts and their food pantries throughout King and Pierce Counties. And Jalen Milroe and Devon Witherspoon prepared more than 600 grocery bags at the Asian Counseling and Referral Service Food Bank.

As part of the AWS Tech Touchdown initiative, fifty middle school girls visited the AWS Skills Center for a day of exploration and empowerment. From hands-on STEM activities to behind-the-scenes tours and insightful panel discussions, students discovered new possibilities for their futures in technology while connecting with leaders in the field.

Seahawks Legend Sidney Rice was awarded the 2025 Legend of the Year during Seattle's Week 1 matchup vs. the 49ers on Sunday, September 8, 2025.

On July 30, 2025, the Seahawks and USAA welcomed 100 members of the U.S. Coast Guard for a special day at Training Camp. Guests kicked off the morning with an on-field boot camp before enjoying practice from the patio. The experience ended with a meet-and-greet and autograph session with Seahawks players.

The Seahawks returned to Tumble Creek Golf Course at Suncadia on June 23, 2025, for the 2nd Annual Seahawks Classic. This premier charity golf event brought together Seahawks Legends, current players, and community partners for a day of fun, competition, and giving back. All proceeds from the tournament benefit the Benaroya Research Institute at Virginia Mason Franciscan Health.

The Seahawks hosted 16 high school girl flag football teams to compete in the High School Girl Flag Football Championships the Virginia Mason Athletic Center on Saturday, June 21, 2025.

The Seahawks hosted the annual Legends Spring Event where over 40 Legends and their guests joined us for practice, lunch, a gear giveaway, and an evening reception with the rookies on June 5, 2025.

Throughout the 2025 season, the Seahawks will impact 50 communities and they hosted their first event at the Virginia Mason Athletic Center in partnership with Safeway and Special Olympics Washington. The organizations came together to build snack boxes for the Special Olympics' upcoming spring season.

Seahawks Legends in partnership with AG Consulting hosted 12 families from Atlantic Street Center for a holiday celebration filled with food, gifts and festive activities on Monday, December 9, 2024.

Nate Burleson and Young Dylan break down the Seattle Seahawks hosting their flag league tournament on "NFL Slimetime".

Take it from Tyler Lockett, submit your vote in November! Learn more about how to get involved at Seahawks.com/12sVote.

The Seahawks hosted a charity golf tournament, the Seahawks Classic, at Tumble Creek Golf Course at Suncadia on June 24, 2024. All proceeds from the Seahawks Classic will go to the Benaroya Research Institute at Virginia Mason Franciscan Health.

Seahawks Legend Matt Hasselbeck was mic'd up while golfing at the inaugural Seahawks Classic at Suncadia Resort. The event helped raise money for the Benaroya Research Institute at Virginia Mason Franciscan Health​.

The Seattle Humane Society visited the Virginia Mason Athletic Center on Wednesday, May 30, 2024 in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month. Seahawks staff members took a mindfulness break to play with puppies from the Seattle Humane Society.

Seahawks linebacker Tyrel Dodson visited Seattle Children's Hospital for the first time since arriving in Seattle on Friday, May 17, 2024.

Traci Schneider and the Seahawks delivered sensory kits to Seattle Children's Hospital in honor of Autism Awareness Month.

The Seahawks celebrated Black history month with many events which included a happy hour with the Seahawks at local Black-owned business, Taste of the Caribbean, an employee book club where employees read Lynda Blackmon Lowery's book Turning 15 on the Road to Freedom, a visit with local high schoolers and middle schoolers to the Northwest African American Museum and a panel discussion to honor Black college football pioneer, Eddie Robinson with Seahawks Legends.

The Seahawks are proud to announce another round of Girls High School Flag Football grants. Special thanks to Gatorade for contributing to the grants and helping us Fuel Tomorrow.