Our impact

Every dollar. Every child. Every family.

Here is exactly how your generosity is put to work — and the real lives it changes.

340+

Children supported

Families who received direct assistance this year alone

92%

Direct program spend

Of every dollar donated goes directly to children and families

$1.2M

Raised since 2018

Total funds raised and deployed since our founding

47

Partner hospitals

Medical centers across the country we work alongside

How your donation is used

We allocate funds across four core programs, each designed to address a critical gap in support for children with cancer and their families.

Family comfort fund38%

Covers everyday essentials — meals, transportation, lodging — so families can focus entirely on their child's recovery.

Emotional support services28%

Connects children and caregivers with licensed counselors, peer support groups, and mental health resources.

Hospital care packages18%

Delivers comfort items, activities, and personal care supplies directly to children during inpatient treatment.

Sibling & family programs8%

Supports brothers, sisters, and parents who are often overlooked in the focus on the child in treatment.

Volunteers and children supported by the One Wish Foundation

Our journey so far

2018

Founded with 12 volunteers and a $15,000 seed grant

2019

First hospital partnership established — St. Luke's Children's Medical Center

2020

Launched virtual support programs during the pandemic, reaching 80+ families remotely

2021

Crossed 100 children supported milestone; expanded to 3 new states

2022

Received 501(c)(3) recognition and launched first annual gala fundraiser

2023

Surpassed $1M in total funds raised; opened family resource center

2024

Expanded to 47 hospital partners nationwide; launched sibling support program

2025

Supported 340+ children — our highest single-year total to date

Help us reach more families

Your donation today directly funds the programs above. Every amount makes a difference.

The One Wish Foundation

Supporting children battling cancer and the families who stand beside them. Every dollar is tracked and reported.

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A registered nonprofit dedicated to children battling cancer. 92% of every dollar goes directly to children.