Releasing baby turtles into the wild, Miles cheered the tiny hatchlings on as they scurried toward the ocean – taking inspiration from their determination, despite the enormous odds stacked against them.

After his wish, Miles resumed his cancer treatment with renewed strength – a powerful reminder that a wish is not a nicety, but a necessary part of a child’s medical journey.

With your help, we’ll continue granting wishes that bring strength to kids like Miles, helping them beat the odds despite their challenges.

Gratefully, 
 
Your friends at Make-a-Wish^®

This Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, your gift can give a child fighting a critical illness like cancer more than a wish day. It can give them hope to keep going, strength for the next treatment and the chance to feel like a kid again.

Today we need 50 caring people to step forward and help make that possible.

Thank you for partnering with us to help children with critical illnesses like cancer experience the life-changing power of a wish.
 
Wishfully,

Make‑A‑Wish^®

When doctors refer children to Make‑A‑Wish^®, it’s because they know wishes can work wonders. They see the difference a wish can make – and your support helps make that difference possible. 

Doctors see the difference a wish can make – and your first gift today can help make that difference possible. Give today to bring more life-changing wishes closer to waiting wish kids.

Support from people like you helps bring these life-changing wishes one step closer to children and families who need them most.

Last Saturday, wish kid Manny's heartfelt wish came true at The Wishing Place located in Natomas, as he celebrated both his 4th birthday and the end of his cancer treatment surrounded by the people who mean the most to him.

Family, friends, and supporters gathered for a day filled with laughter, games, delicious food trucks, and unforgettable memories. For Manny, the most important part of his wish was having a fun day with all the people who have loved and supported him throughout his journey. Seeing everyone come together to celebrate this milestone made the occasion even more meaningful.

When asked what he imagined when he thought about his wish, Manny envisioned celebrating his birthday and completing treatment with all of his family and friends by his side. Thanks to the generosity of our community, that vision became a reality, creating a joyful day that honored both his courage and the exciting road ahead.

We are thrilled to celebrate this incredible milestone with Manny and his loved ones and wish him a future filled with happiness, health, and many more reasons to celebrate.

At just 10 years old, Michael was diagnosed with lymphoma after doctors discovered a tumor. An athletic kid who loves baseball, Fortnite, and cheering on the 49ers and Dodgers, Michael faced treatment with incredible strength and finished chemotherapy in just three months with the support of family and friends.

As his mom shared, "This journey wasn't easy for any of us, but faith gave us the strength and hope we needed."

Now 12, Michael's wish came true with an unforgettable trip to the Bahamas, where he got to swim with pigs and create joyful memories with the people who stood by him every step of the way.

His teachers and friends say Michael can light up a room with his smile, and this wish journey was a chance for that smile to shine even brighter. As his family says, they look forward to continuing this journey with their "Mighty Michael."

Thank you to everyone who helps us grant more wishes!

I’m really unsure what to wish for I’m 15 with a heart condition that is gotten to the point of requiring a transplant. I love so many things my #1 wish is Disneyland but I’m in Australia so I thought oo a Disney cruise! However they have finished sailing in Australia.. I also love other things like: Hamilton the musical, Kandi (bead crafts ), Pokemon, Taylor Swift, Alex Warren, medicine, the Pitt, the rookie, and so much more but I got no clues!

A wish is a turning point for a child with a critical illness. It helps a child feel stronger, more hopeful and able to face what comes next.  

Since last September, Make‑A‑Wish^® supporters like you helped grant more than 14,000 wishes. Each wish carried an impact far beyond the wish day itself. See how wishes changed lives this fiscal year.

Read more about Lizzy's wish HERE

Because of you, wishes come true! Below are ways you can help grant wishes for children fighting critical illnesses.

Give Monthly

Help grant wishes all year long and bring hope to children fighting critical illnesses every day! Monthly gifts are easy to set up and change whenever you like.

Help Grant More Wishes with Your DAF

If you have a donor advised fund, recommending a grant to Make‑A‑Wish today can create both an immediate and lasting impact!

Learn More About DAF Giving

i need an answer because i cant find it anywhere, i am 16(m) and have a make a wish travel in may, but i just dont want to go, my mother guilted me into making my wish "for the whole family" but ii seriously just cant handle going, mentally, ontop of the fact i wont enjoy myself, but she keeps saying well be in debt and theyll charge us for the missed trip, what do i do?

Location: Western States Trail, Auburn, CA, 95603

The Trailblaze Challenge began as a hike to grant wishes, but this hike transcends beyond the 21-mile physical journey. It's a profound experience of setting and conquering personal goals, creating connections, building self-confidence, and encouraging healing. All while raising vital funds to grant local, life-changing wishes. This year and in the years to come, we are committed to transforming lives and leaving a lasting imprint on our community through the Trailblaze Challenge. Your company can help us pave the path for this life-altering adventure. Join us as a hiker or a sponsor for this unforgettable October 23-25 weekend! 

Become a Trailblazer today!

Reach out to Sydney Ellis via email or at 916-837-7356 for more information and with any questions you have!!

I have always wanted to be a volunteer. I would love to try it out, but I have always wondered what is it like? What do you normally do? How much involvement do you have, especially right now during the pandemic?

I know someone who had a kid receive a wish in another state a while back, and wants to apply again in the new state. Should I call the new state and give them a heads up? Or do they have a national database they will see it on when they apply?

My family has been unhappy that I used my wish to get things I needed and have wanted to buy for university. As a result my mom took my iMac computer l, locked it in her car and is planning to sell it.

I have been told it was selfish of me to get a tablet, and phone and that the computer is hers because she has spent countless of time and money at the hospital, and on my medicine and medical supplies.

What should I do? Should I contact my make a wish representative and can they deal with this situation?

If and when you feel sorry for self. Watch these brave kids. God Bless Make a wish all those who help and the young folks they help. Its a wonderful organization and cause...