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A Special Wish Foundation

A Special Wish Foundation

A Special Wish Foundation in Southwest Ohio has granted more than 1,900 wishes over its 40 year history, serving children from birth to age 20 who face life threatening medical conditions. The organization provides individualized wish experiences-often travel, events, or special opportunities-to create joy, hope, and lasting memories for families across 20 counties in Southwest Ohio.

All Races All Types Cancer Any Gender Child & Family Support Children Children Up To Age 20 In-Kind Programs Life-Threatening Illness Ohio (Southwest Counties only) Pediatric Illness Support

Wish Granting Young Adult Age 18-20

childhood cancer

children

community support

family support

life-threatening conditions

# Ohio nonprofits

# pediatric illness

# pediatric illness support

# rare disease

# Serious Illness Support

# Specific Ohio Counties

# travel wishes

# wish-granting

Diagnosis or Health Condition Any life threatening disorder

Age Group Children ages 0-20, Young adults up to age 20

Gender Any

Race/Ethnicity Any

Nationwide, State or Region Specific, International/Global Ohio counties of Adams, Auglaize, Brown, Butler, Champaign, Clark, Clermont, Clinton, Darke, Greene, Hamilton, Highland, Mercer, Miami, Montgomery, Pike, Preble, Scioto, Shelby, Warren

Services Offered. Wish‑Granting, Serious Illness Support, Family Support, Travel Wishes, Community Support

Financial Assistance Availability. [If "yes" and you would like details to apply please click "visit website" highlighted tab below and search that organization's menu for instructions.] Y

Type of Financial Assistance Available In-kind (wishes/experiences)

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741 Valley Street, Dayton, OH 45404

Listed Phone Numbers [Please dial this number on your phone keypad if above phone link does not connect your call.] (937) 641-4267

A Special Wish Foundation is a nonprofit organization granting wishes to children in Southwest Ohio diagnosed with life threatening illnesses.

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