Wish Stories

Four girls—two in Make-A-Wish shirts and two dressed as fairies with wings, tiaras, and wands—sit smiling on a green bench in a cheerful indoor setting with a butterfly backdrop, sharing moments inspired by Wish stories.

We grant 5 types of wishes

I wish to be
Children often imagine stepping into someone else’s shoes—becoming a wildlife expert, a performer on stage, a scientist in a lab, or even a pilot soaring through the skies. These wishes let them experience a role they admire, giving them a sense of hope for the future and pride in who they can become.
I wish to meet
Meeting someone they look up to can be incredibly powerful. Whether it’s a sports star, a musician, a writer, or someone who’s made a difference in their community, these encounters can inspire children and make them feel that their dreams are within reach.
I wish to have
Some wishes are about receiving something special — an item that brings joy, comfort, or creativity. It could be a musical instrument, a set of books, a cosy space to relax, or something they’ve long hoped for. These gifts often become treasured parts of their lives.
I wish to go
For some children, a wish is a doorway to adventure. They might dream of exploring a new city, feeling the ocean breeze on a quiet beach, hiking through mountain trails, or experiencing the excitement of a live event. Whether it’s a journey to nature, culture, or celebration, these wishes offer a chance to discover the world beyond their everyday surroundings.
I wish to give
In a beautiful act of kindness, some children choose to use their wish to help others. They might want to support a local cause, donate to a hospital, or create something that brings joy to their community. These wishes reflect a deep sense of empathy and the desire to make a positive impact.

A young boy wearing blue sunglasses and a blue rash guard, covered in sand, sits by a large sandcastle. A circular badge shares Thalissons wish to build sandcastles on the beach and mentions he has Non-Hodgkin lymphoma.

I wish to build sandcastles on the beach

Thalisson is a shy little boy from west-central Brazil who, during his treatment for lymphoma, met his friend Gui, who one day went to the beach with his family and came back very happy and full of stories to tell.

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A smiling woman dressed as a fairy sits beside a young girl in a pink skirt on the steps of a wooden treehouse. Both hold wands as balloons and decorations hang nearby, celebrating Lilians wish to have a tree house. Text: Lilian, 6, Greece, acute lymphoblastic leukemia.

I wish to have a tree house

Lilian is a very spontaneous and talkative 6-year-old girl who lights up the room with her smile! But her parents told us that the last year has been very difficult, with endless hospitalizations and treatment for her leukemia. Nevertheless, Lilian was a fighter and remained strong throughout her treatment journey.

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A young girl with curly hair and a pink headband hugs a husky puppy—Gaias wish to have a husky puppy come true. She smiles gently, surrounded by other children sitting on the floor. The puppy has a blue leash and looks calmly ahead.

I wish to have a husky puppy

Gaia is a positive and enthusiastic little girl despite everything she has endured in the last two years. In the midst of the pandemic, Gaia had to go through a tough and strenuous course of treatment that stole a little piece of her childhood.

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Two women in blue floral aprons smile behind a pink and white decorative cake. A sign reads Confeitaria da Brenda. A blue circle shares Brenda, 16, Brazil, leukaemia, and Brendas wish to meet her favorite baking YouTuber.

I wish to meet my favourite baking YouTuber

When the day finally arrived for Brenda’s wish to come true, she was anxious and shy, but she couldn’t hide her joy! The first stop on her special day was at the Carlos Bakery, then on to the workshop of Beca Milano, an amazing pastry chef who inspires Brenda so much.

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A young boy in a white robe and blue mask stands outside a modern building, making a peace sign. Text overlay: Saeeds wish to go to Expo 2020 in Dubai—Saeed, 3, UAE, acute lymphocytic leukemia.

I wish to go to Expo 2020 in Dubai

Saeed is a 3-year-old boy from UAE who has been diagnosed with acute lymphocytic leukemia. Saeed’s favorite color is green and he loves soccer. When we asked Saeed what he wished for, he told us he’d like to take his family on a trip to visit Expo 2020 in Dubai.

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A young girl in a wheelchair, dressed as a princess, smiles while looking up. Beside her is a man in a prince costume. A badge reads: Sofias wish to dance with Prince Charming. Sofia, 12, Italy, Rett syndrome. Your support needed.

I wish to dance with Prince Charming

12-year-old Sofia was born with Rett syndrome, a rare genetic disorder that affects brain development and means that she cannot speak or walk. But Sofia’s condition does not stop her from dreaming, and her family describe her as a wonderful little girl who loves fairy tales and the company of others.

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A young boy wearing a headset and blue shirt sits in a helicopter next to a pilot. Text reads: Eitans wish to fly in a helicopter. Eitan, 6, Israel, cancer.

I wish to fly in a helicopter

5-year-old Eitan’s wish was to fly in a helicopter in the sky! Eitan’s wish day started when he and his family travelled to the helipad. Eitan met the operational team of the helicopter, and they helped him to get ready for his big flight.

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A young girl wearing a pink dress and beaded jewelry smiles while sitting at a table with cake. Text reads: Leni’s wish to be a princess and ride on a unicorn. Leni, 5, Germany, leukaemia.

I wish to be a princess and ride on a unicorn

Every child deserves a childhood full of joyful memories. There are more children just like Leni, who are waiting on their wishes to be granted. Leni wished to be a princess and ride on a unicorn with her two best friends.

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A smiling soccer player in a yellow Palmeiras uniform poses with a young fan in a wheelchair—fulfilling Cauãs wish to meet his favorite soccer team—in front of a Best of the Match sign at the stadium.

I wish to meet my favorite soccer team

From the age of 6, Cauã began to have difficulty walking, falling frequently. Soon after, his parents received dreadful news from the doctor: Cauã was diagnosed with Duchenne muscular dystrophy, a genetic disorder characterized by the progressive loss of muscle. The same year, he started undergoing hospital treatments and has been using a wheelchair for the past 4 years. What brightens Cauã’s life is his passion for soccer.

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Wish Stories

We grant 5 types of wishes

I wish to be

I wish to meet

I wish to have

I wish to go

I wish to give