Discover how you can become a WishMaker
Discover how you can become a WishMaker
The Power of WishMakers
The Power of WishMakers
Every 25 seconds a child is diagnosed with a critical illness and becomes eligible for a wish. What we do at Make-A-Wish is simple: We give anyone the opportunity to create a life-changing wish for a child with a critical illness.
Meet Our Wish Children
Meet Our Wish Children
I Wish To Fly In A Helicopter
Six-year-old Jen’s wish to fly in a helicopter gave her joy and strength during her cancer battle. Help make more wishes come true this World Wish Month!
I wish to meet my favorite actor
Tonie’s wish to meet her favorite actor gave her strength and joy before treatment. Wishes bring hope, help make more wishes come true!
I Wish To Fly Like A Bird
Ian’s greatest wish was to fly like a bird. Experiencing his wish allowed Ian to feel like a child again, to laugh, smile and treasure the happy memory that will help him face whatever the future may hold.
Latest News
Latest News
Become a ‘WishMaker’ This April: Make-A-Wish International Appeals for Support During World Wish Month
Make-A-Wish International is marking 45 years of granting life-changing wishes this April with the launch of World Wish Month. These wishes are made possible by the dedication of “WishMakers”—donors, volunteers, and...
Make-A-Wish International Commits to Sustainable Development Goals
At Make-A-Wish International, we are dedicated to creating a sustainable future for our wish children. Operating in nearly 50 countries and territories, we understand the significant impact we can have on the...
Make-A-Wish International Marks Rare Disease Day To Highlight the Power of Wishes for Children With Rare Critical Illnesses
Make-A-Wish International is proud to join the global community in marking Rare Disease Day, an annual event on the last day of the month, dedicated to raising awareness about the challenges faced by those living with...
Restore childhood with the power of a wish
Restore childhood with the power of a wish
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A child is diagnosed with a critical illness and becomes eligible for a wish every 25 seconds.
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98% of wish children and parents agree the wish experience is important for every child with a critical illness
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615,000 wishes granted to date worldwide.
What Do We Do With Your Donation?
What Do We Do With Your Donation?
Your donation will help grant wishes to children around the world who are living with critical illnesses. These are the four most common categories of wish:
“To have”
To have a computer, a bike, a dog… These wishes are often connected to a great experience, or even special memories. For example, a wish child might wish to have a computer to attend online classes for school.
“To meet”
To meet a celebrity, a YouTuber, a streamer… These wishes are often an inspiration, or bring lots of happiness to a wish child. For example, a wish child may wish to meet their favourite YouTuber who specializes in baking.
“To go”
To go to a sports event, on a cruise trip, an entertainment theme park… These wishes bring wish children lots of joy, that they may even forget their illness. For example, a wish child might wish to attend the Champions League Final.
“To be”
To be a chef, a fireman, a crime scene investigator… Some wish children want to be bigger and stronger to contribute to their communities. For example, a wish child might wish to be a chef in a 5 star restaurant, cooking for their friends and family.
A Wish Is Hope. Will You Help?
A Wish Is Hope. Will You Help?
Your tax deductible donation can transform wish children’s lives
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