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Make-A-Wish Foundation

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Make-A-Wish grants one free life changing wish to children battling critical illnesses including cancer. Whatever your child's heart desires, a trip to Disney, meeting a favorite celebrity, having a treehouse built in the backyard, a puppy, seeing snow for the first time, they work to make it happen at absolutely no cost to your family. Income and insurance status are never considered. You can see real wish stories on their YouTube channel at ▶️ YouTube to get a feel for what the experience is actually like for families.

To qualify your child must be between 2 and a half and 17 years old at the time of referral and diagnosed with a progressive, degenerative, or malignant condition placing their life in jeopardy. Your child does not have to be terminal. Many wish kids go on to lead full healthy lives. Your child cannot have previously received a wish from another wish granting organization.

A referral can be submitted by a parent or legal guardian, a doctor, nurse, social worker, or child life specialist. To start the process visit wish.org/refer-a-child. To find your local chapter go to wish.org/local-chapter-finder. For general questions you can reach their team through the contact form at wish.org/contact-us.

Once referred, specially trained volunteers meet with your child and family to discover their one true wish. Make-A-Wish handles every single detail of planning and coordinating so your family can focus entirely on the joy of the experience.

Additional Information

Services Offered:

  • One free life changing wish per eligible child
  • fully coordinated wish experience including travel
  • events
  • celebrity meetings
  • gifts
  • and experiences
  • local chapter support throughout the wish journey

Languages Supported:

English, Spanish

Application Required:

Yes, application or registration may be required

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