Judy Youngs
President & CEO

Judy joined the wish team in September 2010, bringing extensive leadership experience from local, state and national levels, in numerous for-profit and not-for-profit organizations. Previously the executive director for Rocky Top Therapy Center, Judy also serves on the board for the Association of Wish Granting Organizations (AWGO), as an Advisory board member for Metroport Meals on Wheels and a member of the Association of Fundraising Professionals.

“I am honored to be involved with A Wish with Wings™ and the children and families we serve! My goal for the future is to ensure that our services continue to grow so that no child’s Wish is left unfulfilled.”

Clarissa Patino
Program Director

Clarissa joined the a Wish with Wings team in 2013. She graduated from Texas Woman’s University with a bachelor’s degree in child development, emphasis in child life. Her determination and strong work ethic have been great assets to the team.

“I am thrilled to be here at the wish house where I have the opportunity to advocate for children and their families in such a unique and special way. There are not many instances in life when you can tell a child to make a wish and it actually comes true, but here at the wish house it actually does happen!”

Lesley Irwin
Community & Event Director

Lesley joined the a Wish with Wings team in Fall of 2010. She is responsible for the day-to-day administration of the Wish House and all Special Events and coordinating the volunteers. With a BS in recreation and leisure studies from the University of North Texas, she previously served in several positions for the Colleyville Area Chapter of the National Charity League, and as a logistics event coordinator for GDA Speakers. Lesley serves as the Treasurer for the Association of Wish Granting Organization (AWGO) and is a member of the Association of Fundraising Professionals.

“I feel very fortunate to be a part of the wish team and enjoy assisting in the day-to-day operations so that wishes really do come true.”