About Make-A-Wish® Central & Western North Carolina
Make-A-Wish Central & Western North Carolina has granted more than 5,300 wishes since its inception in 1985. We seek to bring every eligible child's wish to life because a wish is an integral part of a child's treatment journey. Research shows children who have wishes granted can build the physical and emotional strength they need to fight their illness.
Their Mission:
"Together, we create life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses."
Their Reach:
Tens of thousands of volunteers, donors, and supporters advance the Make-A-Wish® vision to grant the wish of every child diagnosed with a critical illness. In the U.S. and its territories, a wish is granted every 34 minutes. A wish can be that spark that helps these children believe that anything is possible and gives them the strength to fight harder against their illnesses. This one belief guides us and inspires us to grant wishes that change the lives of the kids we serve.
Their Impact:
For children diagnosed with critical illnesses, a wish come true can be a crucial turning point in their lives. A wish can be that spark that helps these children believe that anything is possible and gives them the strength to fight harder against their illnesses. This impact is why we are driven to make every one of these wishes come true.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Who is Eligible for a Wish?
A. A child with a life-threatening medical condition who, at the time of referral, has reached the age of 2½ up to 18 is potentially eligible for a wish.
Q. Who can refer a child?
Anyone can initiate the referral process. Visit the website for more information or to start a referral. nc.wish.org/refer-a-child
