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The Power of a Wish
The Power of a Wish
When a child is diagnosed with a critical illness, childhood is stolen. Joy, play and learning are crushed by worry, treatment and pain and their dreams for the future fade. A wish has the power to restore childhood, to show the child a life full of possibilities and encourage them to dream of the future. But we can’t grant wishes without the support of people like you.
Meet Our Wish Children
Meet Our Wish Children
I Wish To Have an Off-Road Buggy
For eight-year-old Zachariah, a series of mobility limiting conditions had left him unable to explore the great outdoors. But his wish to have an off-road buggy has expanded his world.
I Wish To Save Kittens
After 5-year-old Jasper was diagnosed with leukaemia, he had to stay in hospital for nearly five months. The once energetic little boy had become exhausted from treatments and couldn’t play with his brother.
I Wish To Drive A Steam Train
After 5-year-old Jasper was diagnosed with leukaemia, he had to stay in hospital for nearly five months. The once energetic little boy had become exhausted from treatments and couldn’t play with his brother.
Latest News
Latest News
Make-A-Wish launches in Indonesia as New Research Shows the Impact of Wishes on Children Facing Critical Illness
The new Make-A-Wish® International Affiliate will grant the wishes of eligible children in Indonesia, providing a host of proven benefits Make-A-Wish Indonesia celebrated their launch on 2 October 2024 at the Indonesia...
Star-studded Monte-Carlo Event Helps Grant Wishes
The Mediterranean Garden at the Monaco Bay Hotel was the scene of a star-studded charity event on Sunday evening as international celebrities and notable Monégasques came together in support Make-A-Wish International....
‘Ring of Fire’ timepiece charity auction
HE Turki Alalshikh commemorates undisputed heavyweight title fight 'Ring of Fire' with exclusive, limited-edition watch to be auctioned for Make-A-Wish® International Celebrating the most anticipated boxing fight of the...
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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We estimate that 1.25 million children each year are diagnosed with a critical illness and may be considered eligible for a wish.
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585,000 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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