Make-A-Wish Nebraska

The mission of Make-A-Wish is, "Together, we create life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses." Our vision is to create life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses between the ages of 2 ½ - 18 years old.

Make-A-Wish Nebraska's serves the entire state, and the Lincoln region serves 13 counties in southeast Nebraska, including Gage County. We currently have three critically ill children in Gage County who are medically qualified for a wish.
Make-A-Wish has the unique ability to transform a child's life during some of their most difficult times, as a wish creates an opportunity for hope and the ability to experience life beyond their illness. When a wish is granted, a child replaces fear with confidence, sadness with joy, and anxiety with hope. Wishes help kids look past the limitations of their illness. Most importantly, wishes can improve a child's quality of life, giving them a better chance of recovering.
Wishes usually fall into one of four categories: I wish go, I wish to be, I wish to have, and I wish to meet. In an effort to alleviate any possible stress on the family, Make-A-Wish covers all expenses related to making the wish come true. On average, a wish costs $10,000.
Currently, Make-A-Wish Nebraska has over 150 wishes in progress, and we need the community's support now more than ever. We

Testimonials

"I think the piece for me that really stands out is the sense of community. On the day they delivered Millie's playhouse, there was a whole team of people busily making sure it happened just right. What struck me and humbled me was that these people barely knew our family or Millie. They were just there to give a little girl her wish. That fills me with awe and gratitude to this day." -- Tom, wish dad

"Having a week away was so much more than just a trip or a vacation for us. Being able to see our children laugh, run, and experience together was an entire gift in itself." - Michaela, wish mom