Refer a Child

How to Refer a Child

Sensitivity Concerns

FAQs about Referring a Child

How to Refer a Child

Guidelines for referrals

Out of respect for the children and families we serve, and out of concern for their privacy, children who may be eligible to receive a wish can be referred by one of three sources:

• Medical professionals treating the child such as doctors, nurses, social workers, or child-life specialists
• A parent or legal guardian of the potential wish child
• The potential wish child

If a relative or friend makes the initial referral, our process is somewhat different. We do not want to intrude on a family's privacy and want them to feel comfortable with the wish process. We ask friends and relatives to speak to the family and encourage them to call us directly.

If you would like to refer a child for a wish and are not eligible to do so, please ask the family to contact Vikki Schwartze at 800-937-9474 or direct them to our on-line wish referral form on our National site at www.wish.org.