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Formula 1 Helps Grant Wishes Around the World

Formula 1®, the world’s premier motorsport series, and Make-A-Wish, the global children’s charity, have strengthened their alliance over the years, coming together to create extraordinary moments and fulfil life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses. In June 2023, Make-A-Wish officially became a “charity supported by Formula 1®”, marking the beginning of a remarkable journey. 

This partnership has enabled us to grant more than 100 F1-related wishes for children with critical illnesses in the last two years, creating unique wish experiences, attending Grands Prix, meeting their favourite drivers or teams, and exploring the behind-the-scenes of F1.  

For so many children diagnosed with a critical illness, the Formula 1® world and the values it holds have become a key part of their life, what they believe in, and what they dream about. Offering them a unique F1 wish experience as they undergo treatment can bring them hope, strength, and motivation, positively impacting their mental and physical health.  

Make-A-Wish® International President & CEO Luciano Manzo at the Formula 1® British Grand Prix at Silverstone.

At the 2024 Formula 1 British Grand Prix, 16 children dioagnosed with critical illness whose wish was to attend an F1 race or meet their favourite F1 driver, were offered the experience of a lifetime as they discovered the behind-the-scenes of their favourite sport. F1 staff gave them a unique Paddock tour, and they then went on to watch the race from the grandstands all weekend. Thank you F1 for making their wishes come true!

News About the Collaboration

Formula 1 and Make-A-Wish to make wishes come true at Grands Prix for critically ill children

Formula 1 and Make-A-Wish to make wishes come true at Grands Prix for critically ill children

Pierre Gasly on the Importance of Make-A-Wish International’s Work

Pierre Gasly on the Importance of Make-A-Wish International’s Work

For any press inquiries, please contact: 

Niamh Ryan 
Senior Manager, PR and Communications ,
Make-A-Wish International 
nryan@worldwish.org