Who is Eligible?
To be eligible for a wish, the child must:
- have a life-threatening medical condition (defined as progressive, degenerative or malignant, determined by child’s doctor)
- live in the state of Minnesota
- not have had a previous wish granted by Make-A-Wish or any other wish-granting organization
- be between the ages of 2 ½ and 18 years of age at the time of referral.
Once referred, the Make-A-Wish Foundation will talk to the child’s physician and confirm that he/she is eligible to have a wish granted.
Make-A-Wish grants the wish of every eligible child regardless of race, religion, financial or socio-economic status.
Who Can Refer a Child?
We accept referrals from one of three sources:
- The potential wish child
- A parent or legal guardian
- A medical professional (doctor, nurse, child-life specialist, or social worker)
To obtain a referral form, please contact LaChelle Semanko, Director of Program Services at the Make-A-Wish Foundation of Minnesota.
Make an initial wish referral inquiry
About Wish Referral Privacy:
The Make-A-Wish Foundation respects the privacy of the children and families it serves. All medical information is considered confidential and is not discussed with outside parties unless it is required for the wish and the child's parent(s) or guardian(s) have given their consent.
"Conor's Make-A-Wish to meet Brett Favre in Green Bay was an incredible experience that was way beyond what we had imagined. From start to finish, Make-A-Wish and the Packers made it a trip that we will never forget. During Conor's toughest times right now he can look back and think about that great weekend and it makes him smile. We are very grateful!"
-Tim and Hope Smith, Conor’s parents
Make-A-Wish has been such a gift to our family. We could never afford a trip like this for our entire family. We are so blessed to know Ann can experience a trip of a lifetime! The generosity of the donors will change our lives forever. Thanks so much Make-A-Wish!
-Jane Haering, Ann’s mom
