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 9,000 wishes in Illinois.

Since 1985, more than 9,000 wishes have been granted in Illinois.

Our Partners

Featured Event

Bobby

Teen Takes The Stage

Music helps west suburban teen put cancer behind him

Sgt. George Saves The Day

George's wish to be a police officer comes true as the Buffalo Grove Police Department pulls out all the stops for an amazing day.

A Safe Playroom

Colorful, soft play areas provide fun and therapy DeKalb girl

Sunshine and Sesame Street

Tropical Vacation Helps Boy Put Cancer Behind Him

A tropical paradise with some favorite television characters is just what Abraham and his family needed to celebrate the end of treatment.

Tune in for WLS Radiothon!

Listen in on Saturday, March 20 from Noon to 7 p.m.Photos from 2009 WLS...

Save The Date for Wish Ball 2010

Join us for the signature annual fundraising event for theMake-A-Wish Foundation of Illinois!Saturday, June 26 at...

Sunda Helps Make-A-Wish Thank Donors

On Wednesday, March 10, the Make-A-Wish Foundation of Illinois honored some of our generous...

There is never a waiting list for a wish. All elgible children can begin the wish process as soon as the child and family are ready.

Thank you to the Make-A-Wish Foundation® of Greater Pennsylvania and Southern West Virginia for the donation of the website design.

Make-A-Wish® Foundation of Greater Pennsylvania and Southern West Virginia