We're on a quest to bring every eligible child's wish to life - a goal that is born from the idea that a wish is an integral part of a child's treatment. Make-A-Wish is a group of more than 1,800 employees around the world who, together, grant the wishes of children fighting critical illnesses - whether the wish is granted in the bustling heart of Bangkok, in the relaxed towns of Middle America or along the river Thames. This diversity creates a vast network of caring people who can make most anything happen. We're joined by a force of 40,000 volunteers worldwide who are united in our quest to make our communities better places by infusing hope and joy into the lives of many. Together, we are Make-A-Wish.
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Together, we create life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses.
Since 1983, Make-A-Wish Colorado has enriched the lives of children with critical illnesses. Wishes have a life-changing impact on children, families, referral sources, donors, sponsors and entire communities.
Make-A-Wish Colorado is an affiliate of the largest wish-granting organization in the world. There are 62 Make-A-Wish chapters located throughout the U.S. and 40 International Make-A-Wish affiliates located on five continents. Since its inception in 1980, more than 285,000 wishes have been granted, with a wish being granted every 34 minutes somewhere in the world.
To qualify for a wish, the child must be older than 2.5 years old and younger than 18 (at the time of referral) and must not have received a wish from another wish-granting organization. A child can be referred to Make-A-Wish by a parent or guardian, a medical professional or by the child. Following referral, a physician must certify that the child has a life-threatening medical condition. There are no other qualifications based on sex, race, religion, socioeconomic status or any other demographic category.
Children's wishes typically fall into four categories: I Wish To Be, I Wish To Meet, I Wish To Have or I Wish To Go.
The Make-A-Wish mission and message are about the life-affirming, hope-giving aspects of the wish experience. We never use the words "terminal" or "dying" to refer to a wish child, nor do we unduly emphasize a child's illness, medical treatment or death.
This was a very special trip for our family. It was a blessing in so many ways. Validation of our daily struggles as a family fighting Biliary Atresia. For Austan, it strengthened her self-image. This gift is a treasure of the heart and it meant so much in the coming journey for Austan in memories.
-MarDee, wish mom to Austan
This was an absolute amazing memory for our daughter. Thank you Make-A-Wish. You have given our daughter and entire family an amazing gift. It has changed us all forever. Without this trip we would not have the courage to move forward.
-Antoinette, wish mom to Veronica
Make-A-Wish provided an incredible experience to a child and her family who have been through so much this past year. The wish was a celebration of life after a year and a half of pain and restriction. I applaud the foundation and feel humbled by the generosity of others that allowed this wish to take place.
-Sharon, wish mom to Summer
I want to thank you for the spark that is rekindled in his soul. His health is a daily joy to our family. It was more than the week at Disney World, but a celebration of Angelo and who he is regardless of his illness. Make-A-Wish allowed him a view of himself without the disease. -Niccole, wish mom to Angelo
