The Make-A-Wish Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded in the United States that helps fulfill the wishes of seriously ill children. The organization is headquartered in Phoenix and operates through its 58 chapters located throughout the United States. Make-A-Wish also operates in about 50 other countries through 40 international affiliates. Professional wrestler John Cena holds the title for the most wishes granted by a single individual, at over 650 wishes.
The organization grants wishes to children between 2.5 and 18 years old with a condition that is progressive, degenerative, or malignant and who have not been granted a wish by another, similar, organization.
Make-A-Wish is one of the largest U.S. charities. As of 2026, Make-A-Wish has about $572 million in total assets. Hunting and fishing
Make-A-Wish stopped granting wishes involving hunting-related activities or weapons in 1996 due to concerns over child safety and criticism from animal rights groups. In response, three organizations to arrange hunting trips for terminally ill children were formed: Hunt of a Lifetime, Catch-a-Dream, and Life Hunts.CNN.com – Hunting organization grants wish that Make-a-Wish won't – December 15, 2000
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Make-A-Wish of America Make-A-Wish International