Transform lives,
one wish at a time.

Make-A-Wish Ireland has one simple aim – to grant the wishes of children with critical medical conditions, to bring hope, strength and happiness.

There are lots of fantastic ways you can support Make-A-Wish Ireland. Take part in our events, host your own or become a volunteer.

A wish granted is true magic for a critically ill child, providing respite from their normal routines of doctors and hospitals.

You can apply for a wish online, or by downloading our paper wish application and sending it into our team. An application only takes 5 minutes!

Make-A-Wish Ireland has one simple aim: to grant the wishes of children with critical medical conditions, to bring hope, strength and happiness.

Since 1992, Make-A-Wish Ireland has granted wishes for more than 3,350 brave children across Ireland, including 214 wishes granted in 2024 alone.

See how Make-A-Wish Ireland is changing the lives of
children across Ireland.

Meet Mia, an inspiring 15-year-old girl from Kildare. Mia was diagnosed with cancer at a young age and has undergone…

Eli’s brother Sam had his wish granted in 2023, so Eli was aware of the wish journey and the excitement…

He is inspired by the Irish Rugby Players and mum told us how Matthew is fascinated by how strong they…

See what’s happening at Make-A-Wish Ireland.