Refer a Child
Who is eligible?
A child with a life-threatening medical condition who has reached the age of 2½ and is under the age of 18 at the time of referral, is potentially eligible for a wish.
After a child is referred to the Make-A-Wish Foundation®, the Foundation will contact the child’s treating physician to determine whether the child is medically eligible for a wish, based on the medical criteria established by the Make-A-Wish Foundation of America. In addition, a child cannot have received a wish from another wish-granting organization.
Who can refer a child?
- Medical professionals
- Parents/legal guardians
- Potential wish kids
*Please keep in mind that Make-A-Wish Foundation will not cold-call a potential wish kid. We ask that you please exercise compassion, and suggest to the family that they contact us themselves. Having a second-party introduction can often times make the child or their family feel uncomfortable, and we would prefer that the process be comforting, enjoyable and as private as possible. Thank you for your understanding in this matter.
How can I refer a child?
To refer a child who lives in either Georgia or Alabama, you may use our online child referral form, or call our Wish Referral Line at (770)916-9474 ext. 21. The inquiry form is not an official application, but a request for more information.
To learn more about referring a child who lives in the United States or one of its territories that is not the state of Georgia or Alabama, please contact your local chapter.
If you would like to learn more about referring a child residing outside the United States, please contact Make-A-Wish Foundation International.
If you are not eligible to refer a child, please ask the child’s family to visit our website or contact their local chapter or international affiliate.
