This campaign of mine aims to fulfill the cherished wish of a child from a low-income home who is battling a serious illness. A fulfilled wish is more than just a dream come true; it brings hope, strength, and the courage to fight and even overcome their toughest battles.
Join me in this journey and be a true Wish Giver!
THE PROBLEM:
Every year in India, thousands of children are diagnosed with critical illnesses like cancer, heart disease, and neurological disorders. For these children, long hospital stays, painful treatments, and constant uncertainty replace the laughter and play of childhood. Families, too, suffer as they watch their little ones struggle, often feeling powerless. What these children lose most is not only their health but also the joy, hope, and imagination that defines childhood.
Children fighting illnesses like cancer may seem weighed down by pain, but hidden in their hearts are unspoken wishes, and when those wishes come true, despair turns into strength, fear turns into courage, and hope shines brighter than ever.
I am doing this campaign in partnership with the NGO Make-A-Wish India.
This will impact children from low-income homes at the following partner hospitals in Chennai: Adyar Cancer Institute, Apollo Cancer Centre, Apollo Children's Hospital, Institute of Child Health Hospital, and Sri Ramachandra Medical College and Hospital.
How Make-A-Wish Transforms Lives:
Since 1995, Make-A-Wish India has granted over 95,000 wishes across India through eight regional chapters (Mumbai, Delhi, Chennai, Bangalore, Kolkata, Hyderabad, Pune and Varanasi) and more than 120 hospital partners.
A wish might be as simple as receiving a cherished toy or as extraordinary as being a chef or princess for a day, visiting a theme park, or meeting a beloved hero.
But every wish is far more than a gift; it can be a turning point in a child’s medical journey. For children, a wish sparks the courage and determination to face treatment; for parents, it restores optimism in the darkest times; and for doctors, it often leads to better treatment adherence, with 81% confirming improved outcomes. Families too feel the transformation, with 96% reporting better emotional health in their children. For communities, donors, and volunteers, each wish reveals the profound joy and impact of giving.
At an average cost of INR 10,000, every wish covers planning, logistics, and the magical experience itself, and by supporting this campaign, you are not just creating smiles but giving children hope, strength, and a better chance of recovery.
THE IMPACT YOU CAN MAKE:
By adopting a wish below, you can become a Wishmaker and change a child’s life today.
A Wish Journey at Make-A-Wish India:
A Wish Journey begins when doctors refer a child with a critical illness to Make-A-Wish India. Over 1–3 weeks, volunteers spend time with the child, building trust and gently uncovering their most heartfelt wish.
Once identified, the wish is carefully planned and brought to life in a way that celebrates the child’s courage and restores joy and confidence.
The journey continues as each child becomes part of the Wish Alumni, where their progress is followed and their stories celebrated. Far more than fleeting moments of happiness, wishes are transformative experiences that boost health outcomes, strengthen treatment response, and inspire lasting hope.
See the video below to find out how Anjali's wish was fulfilled!
When you donate, you’re not just contributing money; you’re helping a child smile again, you’re giving a family hope, and you’re becoming part of a story that changes lives. Whether it’s big or small, every contribution matters.
Together, let’s bring light, joy, and courage into the lives of children who need it most.
ANOTHER STORY OF IMPACT:
Be a Wish Giver today and help transform despair into dreams.
ABOUT Make-A-Wish India:
Make-A-Wish India Trust has been granting life-changing wishes to children with critical illnesses since 1995. For children between the ages of 3–18 years, who spend much of their lives in hospitals undergoing painful treatments, a wish is more than just a fleeting joy; it becomes a vital part of their healing journey. Research shows that wishes bring emotional and psychological strength, often improving treatment adherence and enhancing quality of life. With 8 chapters across India, partnerships with over 120 hospitals, and more than 95,000 wishes granted, the foundation is now working towards the milestone of 100,000 wishes by 2025.
The origins of Make-A-Wish India lie in the story of Gandhar Joshi, a 10-year-old boy diagnosed with leukaemia. During his treatment in the USA, his wish to visit Disneyland was fulfilled by Make-A-Wish America, bringing joy and courage to him and his family during a difficult time. Though Gandhar later passed away, his parents, Uday and Geeta Joshi, were inspired to bring the same magic to children in India. In his memory, Make-A-Wish India was established as an affiliate of Make-A-Wish International. Every wish granted today carries forward Gandhar’s legacy, proving that even in the darkest times, a spark of joy can light the way toward healing and hope.
ABOUT ME AND THIS CAMPAIGN:
My name is NAVYA PATEL. I am 15 years-old and a Grade 11 student at the Sishya School, Adyar, Chennai.
I am running this campaign to help Make-A-Wish India bring hope, strength, and joy to children battling life-threatening illnesses. For these children, a single wish can transform despair into courage and help them see beyond their illness.
Each wish costs just INR 10000 and its impact is priceless. Since 1995, Make-A-Wish India has granted over 95,000 wishes in partnership with 120+ hospitals and 8 regional chapters. Wishes generally fall into four categories: “I wish to go” – trips or experiences to places they dream of visiting, “I wish to meet” – meeting their heroes or inspiring personalities, “I wish to be” – living out a special role or dream for a day, and “I wish to have” – receiving a special gift or item that brings joy. Every wish, no matter how big or small, makes a lasting difference in a child’s healing journey.
By supporting this campaign, you can help turn a child’s dream into reality, giving them strength, hope, and smiles for a brighter future. Your contribution spreads joy, courage, and inspiration to children in Chennai who need it most and helps them believe in the magic of dreams, even in the toughest times.
PARTNER HOSPITALS IN CHENNAI:
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TAX BENEFITS:
Funding for this campaign is eligible for tax breaks, as the NGO, Make-A-Wish India, is a registered trust and you can avail of benefits under section 80G of the IT Act. Foreign funding is NOT accepted.
FEEDBACK THAT YOU GET:
To ensure that there is complete transparency, I shall get a report from the NGO (this takes between 1 to 3 months, usually after the funds are raised and transferred to them) telling me who benefitted from the funding. The details will then be posted in the UPDATES section of my campaign. As soon as I post an update, the platform will send an EMAIL alert to all the funders - i.e., to you. Click on the link in the email, and you can read about who benefitted. That's transparent, right?
The image below is an example of the FEEDBACK FORMAT that will be shared.
FAQs
Will we get to know the details of who benefitted?
Yes. After the money has been collected, it will be transferred by Fueladream to Make a Wish India. They will update you on the details of the beneficiaries as soon as possible. Once we get this information, we shall upload a report on the UPDATES section of this campaign. You will then get an alert and can read details about the beneficiaries.
When do we get the receipts?
The receipts will start getting processed about 4 to 6 weeks AFTER the campaign is closed and will be sent to you directly.
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