Transform Lives, One Wish at a Time

For every life-changing wish Make-A-Wish grants, there are 32 children we have not reached. 1 in 32 children. We need to reach more. Now.

Every minute, somewhere in the world a family hears the devastating words that their child has been diagnosed with a life-threatening medical condition or a critical illness.

Globally, about 300,000 children each year are diagnosed with cancer. This number adds up if we include other diseases such as cerebral palsy, cystic fibrosis, heart disease, muscular dystrophy and many more. A diagnosis impacts the whole family, and in addition to the physical pain, children often find themselves isolated and frustrated, as going through medical treatments stops them from attending school, playing and socializing with friends.

Wish experiences help children build resilience to better face the hardships that come with fighting a critical illness.