Wish granting organisations
Starlight Children's Foundation
Starlight's Wish Granting program is available to children and teens dealing with long term, chronic health conditions. Starlight Wishes come in all shapes and sizes, including travel wishes, hero wishes, experience wishes, and gift wishes. Referrals need to be made by a health professional.
To find out more about the Wish Granting Program visit https://starlight.org.au/starlight-wish and a Family Relationship Coordinator will contact you.
Make a Wish Foundation
Children between the ages of 3 and 18 with a life threatening medical condition are eligible to receive a wish. Children are welcome to fill out the form themselves; however, it must be signed by a parent or legal guardian. Find out more here
Variety - the Children's Charity
Variety – the Children’s Charity supports kids and families who are facing many challenges through sickness, disadvantage or living with a disability.
Our work allows kids to gain mobility, to get out and about in the community, to communicate, achieve independence and increase their self-esteem. We make sure the kids who miss out, can always join in.
The Orange Pigeon - The Bucket List Foundation for seriously ill adults
Special wishes and comfort for seriously ill adults are provided by Orange Pigeon. Recipients can be nominated by anyone, including themselves. Find out more here