Every year, Make-A-Wish fulfills thousands of wishes for critically ill children. Wishes are granted by wish-granters. They are volunteers who put their hearts into contributing to a wish journey.
Wishes have proven to have a positive effect on the emotional wellbeing of a critically ill child. Experiencing an incredible day together with their loved ones, brings light into their lives. This is part of the work of Make-A-Wish. Read more about how you can help.
Families creating forever lasting memories
Each day families receive the news that crumbles down their world. Their child has a life-threatening illness. Not only the child’s life is impacted, but also their siblings’ life. It is a huge blow to get this kind of news.
Make-A-Wish has been established to give these children and their loved ones a positive boost. This is why Make-A-Wish organizes wish journeys, to renew strength and build up confidence that will make a child extra resilient. Strength and hope are an essential part of the healing process.
By inviting the whole family on the wish journey, they get to forget their troubles for a while. It enables them to create precious memories.
Support Make-A-Wish International by donating
All over the world, children get critically ill everyday. This is why Make-A-Wish partners up with 39 affiliates to grant as many wishes as possible.
By granting a wish, Make-A-Wish International helps a critically ill child believe in themself and keep hope for a better future.
A wish journey does not come easily. Each wish journey is created with the help of thousands of volunteers, local partners, corporate sponsors and generous donors.
Volunteers for Make-A-Wish International reside in most parts of the world. Many wishes can be granted because of their undeniable support and determination.
You can help Make-A-Wish grant more wishes, and show children living with critical illnesses and their loved ones that the seemingly impossible, can be possible. Give hope and donate to Make-A-Wish International today.
