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Make-A-Wish Ireland Make-A-Wish Ireland has one simple aim – we grant the wishes of children with life-threatening medical conditions, to bring hope, strength and happiness.

As part of our Staff Spotlight Series, we are proud to introduce Emma! Emma is our wishgranting and volunteer manager he...
05/10/2026

As part of our Staff Spotlight Series, we are proud to introduce Emma! Emma is our wishgranting and volunteer manager here at Make-A-Wish Ireland, and she helps to make incredible wishes come true every single day!

She brings nearly twenty five years’ professional experience working in Ireland and globally, with extensive experience in marketing, communications, fundraising, research and project operations. She is also a registered Special Olympics volunteer, and in her spare time, she loves to DJ!

We caught up with her recently to talk about her experience.

"Being a part of Make-A-Wish Ireland is a profound reminder of the power of hope. Watching a child’s face light up after enduring so much is a moment that stays with you forever. The true magic of a wish stretches far beyond the child; it wraps around the entire family. Having experienced Make-A-Wish Ireland as a fundraiser, a volunteer, a supporter and now a wish granter, I see the full picture of how that magic is made.

Volunteering with Make-A-Wish Ireland is an honour, because a wish doesn’t just impact the wish child; it breathes life, laughter, and light back into an entire family when they need it most. Having previously held the Fundraising Manager role at Make-A-Wish Ireland, I know exactly how a donor’s support transforms into a child's smile.

I am honoured to work with this fantastic team, using my unique background to deliver hope, strength, and joy when it is needed most."

“For once it wasn't treatments or medications. It was simply about Kajus being Kajus.” Meet Kajus, an inspirational 11-y...
30/09/2026

“For once it wasn't treatments or medications. It was simply about Kajus being Kajus.”

Meet Kajus, an inspirational 11-year-old from Co. Meath.

When Kajus was diagnosed with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy at the age of five, his family's world changed. Since then, therapies, hospital appointments and managing the progression of Duchenne have become part of everyday life.

One of Kajus' greatest passions is gaming.

"I love gaming more than anything because I get to do fun things and make friends," he says.

So when Kajus wished for a custom gaming PC, we were delighted to help make it come true.

For his mum Evelina, the wish meant so much more than a computer.

"So much of Kajus' life revolves around his needs. Through the wish process, we were able to rediscover that there is a whole world outside of that too."

The wish has given Kajus something incredibly important: independence, inclusion and the opportunity to simply enjoy being a child.

"Gaming is something he can enjoy independently. He can still play with his friends, be included and simply be an 11-year-old boy."

Thank you to everyone who helps us create life-changing wishes for children like Kajus. ✨

Last year, our incredible Walk For Wishes participants took on the challenge of walking 100km over a month, all to raise...
28/09/2026

Last year, our incredible Walk For Wishes participants took on the challenge of walking 100km over a month, all to raise funds and help grant life-changing wishes! We caught up with a previous participant, Lauren, about her experience:

“I would encourage everyone to get involved! Last year’s Walk for Wishes was great for the soul; enjoying the exercise while knowing every step was helping make a difference to a child’s life.”

Registration is now open for our 2026 event! Sign up today! https://buff.ly/pUNjj7n

Fundraiser Spotlight: Westport Golf Club ⭐ Throughout 2026, Westport Golf Club has been raising funds for Make-A-Wish Ir...
25/09/2026

Fundraiser Spotlight: Westport Golf Club ⭐

Throughout 2026, Westport Golf Club has been raising funds for Make-A-Wish Ireland through a range of fantastic initiatives, including a Captain's Charity Bunker on the 9th hole and fundraising activities led by their Men's,
Women's and Junior teams.

A huge thank you to everyone involved, including men's captain Enda and Ladies' captain Lorraine. Your support will help bring more life-changing wishes to children living with critical illnesses across Ireland. 💙

Last week, our Corporate Partnerships team visited the Johnson & Johnson offices to meet staff and share some of the wo...
24/09/2026

Last week, our Corporate Partnerships team visited the Johnson & Johnson offices to meet staff and share some of the wonderful wishes that have been granted this year thanks to their support. 💙

It was a fantastic day filled with meaningful conversations, inspiring stories, and the opportunity to connect with other charities making a positive impact in communities across Ireland.

Partnerships like this help us continue granting life-changing wishes to children living with critical illnesses, creating moments of joy, hope and lasting memories for families when they need it most.

A huge thank you to everyone at Johnson & Johnson for their ongoing commitment and support. ✨

Meet Dan from Laois. 💙 Dan is a fun-loving 7-year-old living with Spinal Muscular Atrophy. Following a long journey to d...
23/09/2026

Meet Dan from Laois. 💙

Dan is a fun-loving 7-year-old living with Spinal Muscular Atrophy. Following a long journey to diagnosis and countless hospital appointments, Dan’s family learned about Make-A-Wish Ireland through his clinical nurse co-ordinator.

At first, his mum Aisling wasn’t sure about applying.

"I thought Dan was doing really well and we didn’t want to take another child’s place. But my nurse helped me realise that every child facing a critical illness deserves their wish."

Recently, Dan’s wish to visit Center Parcs came true. Together with his mum Aisling, dad Niall and sister Sophie, he spent an unforgettable weekend enjoying swimming, bowling, and evening dinners with his family. One of the most special moments came in the pool.

"Dan absolutely adores the water, it really is his happy place. We spent hours together watching Dan and Sophie playing and laughing."

After their wish, Aisling shared:

"Thank you so much for an amazing trip. Seeing Dan experience so much joy alongside his sister was something we can’t put into words. We are so grateful to Make-A-Wish Ireland for giving our family such a magical gift that we will never forget."

Thank you to our supporters who help make wishes like Dan’s come true. ✨

This October, make every step count with our Walk For Wishes challenge. You can help us change lives. Walk 100km over th...
23/09/2026

This October, make every step count with our Walk For Wishes challenge.

You can help us change lives. Walk 100km over the month and commit to fundraising 100 euro to help make more wishes come true. Join team Make-A-Wish Ireland today: https://buff.ly/0m7xvaH

We were delighted to welcome the Garlanna Greeting Cards team to the Make-A-Wish Ireland office last week, to recognise ...
22/09/2026

We were delighted to welcome the Garlanna Greeting Cards team to the Make-A-Wish Ireland office last week, to recognise the incredible milestone of raising €100,000 through their Christmas card appeal. 🎁

Our CEO Susan said: "We are incredibly grateful for our longstanding partnership with Garlanna, whose support over the past 12 years has raised over €100,000 through their Christmas card appeal.

As Make-A-Wish Ireland continues to grow and make wishes come true around the country, committed partners like Garlanna play a vital role in making that ambition a reality. Their generosity has helped bring hope, strength and joy to countless children and families across Ireland, and we sincerely thank them for their support."

A huge thank you to Garlanna from everyone here at Make-A-Wish Ireland! 🙌

21/09/2026

We are excited to welcome everyone to our 2026 Christmas Lunch on November 21st at the incredible Raddison Blu hotel! In anticipation of the event, here is a look back at last year's lunch!

We are just under two weeks away from the launch of our Walk For Wishes campaign! We’re challenging you to get active ov...
17/09/2026

We are just under two weeks away from the launch of our Walk For Wishes campaign!

We’re challenging you to get active over the month, walk 100km, and raise 100 to help make more wishes come true!

Sign up yourself or as part of your community or company and help bring hope and happiness back to critically-ill children across Ireland!

Learn more: https://buff.ly/0m7xvaH

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