Registered Charity
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About us
Who we are
About When You Wish Upon a Star
When You Wish Upon a Star is a UK charity with a simple but powerful mission: to grant the wishes of children living with life-threatening or terminal illnesses. Since our founding in 1990, we have brought joy, hope, and unforgettable memories to thousands of children and their families during some of the most difficult times in their lives.
From magical trips to Lapland to meeting a favourite celebrity or experiencing a dream adventure, every wish we grant is uniquely tailored to bring smiles, lift spirits, and provide precious moments of happiness and togetherness.
In 2025, we celebrate our 35th birthday — three and a half decades of wish-granting magic made possible by the dedication of our supporters, volunteers, and staff. As we look to the future, we are more ambitious than ever to grow our impact, reach more children across the UK, and continue delivering life-changing moments that truly matter.
By joining our team, you’ll become part of a passionate, child-focused charity that believes in the extraordinary power of a wish.
Our culture and values
Supprtive ....to all employees and volunteer colleagues
Trusted .... to provide memeorable Wishes and treats to sick children
Accountable ... to be effective in all we do
Respected ... as a well-run regional and national charity
More detail in charity strategy document.
Equality, diversity and inclusion policy
We are an inclusive organisation that embraces equality and diversty pricnciples.
We have always had a relativey small but diverse workforce.
Developing a full equality, diversity & inclusion strategy is an obljective for the coming year.
