Make-A-Wish Illinois Chapter

Our Mission

The Make-A-Wish Foundation of Illinois grants wishes to children with life-threatening medical conditions to enrich their lives with hope, strength and joy. Since 1985, the Foundation has granted more than 10,000 wishes in Illinois.

Since 1985, more than 10,000 wishes have been granted in Illinois.

Our Partners

Featured Event

Naeemah

Teenage Fashion Frenzy

Naeemah fulfills her fashion dreams on her shopping spree

Royal Room Redcoration

With a room fit for a princess, Carmell can enjoy hours with her friends surrounded by beautiful things that bring a smile to her face.

Visiting His Field of Dreams

Young baseball fan meets his favorite players at spring trianing

Hollywood Dream Come True

Acting helps Markham child focus on the future

Splish! Splash! Swimming Pool Dream Come True

A new swimming pool is just what the doctor ordered for a young boy.

Miles Drive

NBC 5 Chicago Hosts Successful Air Miles Drive for Make-A-Wish® Illinois There will be lots of...

June Wish Granter Training

More than 11,000 children across Illinois have experienced the magic of a wish coming...

Make-A-Wish^® Illinois Named A Best NonProfit to Work For by The NonProfit Times

Make-A-Wish® Illinois is proud to announce that the organization has been included as one...

More than 1,400 volunteers and 41 staff members work to grant the wishes of Illinois children

Make-A-Wish® Illinois Chapter