Behind Swish Wish

Hello, I’m Max Santamaria, a 9th grader at The Buckley School and the Founder of Swish Wish.

I started Swish Wish because I believe every kid deserves the chance to play, dream, and grow through basketball. What began as one small idea has grown into a team of students, teachers, and families working together to make a real difference.

We install hoops, donate basketballs, and share the joy of the game with kids who need it most. Together, we’re proving that even small acts of kindness can change lives.

Big change starts with a single bounce. - Max Santamaria