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I wish to be a pilot

Sarunya, 12, Sri Lanka, leukemia

Bringing hope, strength and joy to children facing critical illnesses around the world

It all started with one single wish

It all started with one single wish

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Granting wishes for children with critical illnesses

Granting wishes for children with critical illnesses

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Five people stand together indoors, smiling at the camera; three children in the centre—celebrating Ying Xuan's wish to be a mermaid—hold I am a wishmaker posters, whilst two women in Make-A-Wish shirts stand on either side, supporting the children.

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Wishes build resilience and help children to better cope with their critical illness. They give children renewed energy and strength, along with lasting happy memories. Donate today to help grant a life-changing wish.

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Every purchase counts: BABY born donates €1 to Make-A-Wish® International for every product sold through its online shop

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Make-A-Wish launches in the Dominican Republic to grant life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses
Eight people stand in a row in front of a blue Make-A-Wish República Dominicana step-and-repeat banner as the organisation launches in the Dominican Republic.

Make-A-Wish launches in the Dominican Republic to grant life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses

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Make-A-Wish® International Calls for Support to Grant Wishes this Childhood Cancer Awareness Month because Hope Is Essential
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Make-A-Wish® International Calls for Support to Grant Wishes this Childhood Cancer Awareness Month because Hope Is Essential

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