2024 Walk For Wishes Illinois

Contact: Ashley White
(312) 602-9419 | awhite@illinois.wish.org

Walk For Wishes® is a nationwide Make-A-Wish® fundraising event that celebrates the more than 550,000 wishes that have been granted around the world, while raising the necessary funds to grant more wishes in the future. It is a family-friendly event powered by wish families, volunteers, companies, donors and friends.

By participating in one of the many walks held throughout the country, you can help bring the life-changing impact of a wish to children in your community who are battling critical illnesses.

A wish can truly transform a child’s life, and you can help grant it by participating in Walk For Wishes.

  1. Register. Sign up today and invite friends, family and colleagues to join your team.
  2. Fundraise. Tell people why you are supporting Make-A-Wish and ask for their support. Make it personal to make it powerful.
  3. Walk Day. See the Make-A-Wish mission come to life and celebrate your fundraising success.

The Make-A-Wish Fundraising Mobile App

Fundraising is easier than ever with our mobile app. Download today for free and meet your goal in no time!

two cell phones with Make-A-Wish Fundraising Mobile app

Fatima, 7

"She loves her bike and is very happy because she uses her bike every day. Thank you, Make-A-Wish!"

Fatima’s mom

Read Fatima's story

Featured Kids - Fatima

Isaiah, 15

"He's never felt special, no matter how much we try to show him. All the effort and support from family and friends helped him see that he is important. It made him feel special."

Kim, wish mom

Read Isaiah's story

Featured Wish Kid Isaiah