Celebrating 40 Years of Life-Changing Wishes

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For 40 years, Make-A-Wish Connecticut has transformed moments of uncertainty into chapters of hope. Since 1986, we’ve granted more than 4,600 wishes to children across our state—bringing strength, joy, and a renewed sense of possibility to kids when they need it most.

Every wish is part of a larger story – written by children, families, donors, volunteers and partners. Because a wish is never just a moment. It’s a turning point in a child’s story—a chapter of courage, a chapter of joy, a chapter where hope returns.

As we celebrate this milestone, we invite our community to help write the next 40 years. Because the most important chapters are still ahead.

Celebrate the Power of a Wish

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Evening of Wishes Gala

Join us for an enchanting evening at the Once Upon a Wish Gala.

Charlotte’s Magical Escape Brings Hope

World Wish Month

Celebrate the power of a wish and learn how you can become a WishMaker.

Wish Night

Local Events

Support local events throughout Connecticut

Trailblaze Challenge CT

Trailblaze Challenge

Tackle the Nipmuck Trail on September 19 and raise funds for wish kids!

Wish kid Kaheem

Wish Heroes

Become a Wish Hero and make a meaningful impact!

Kids for Wish Kids

Volunteer

Share your time and talents as a volunteer and transform a child’s life. 

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