Wish Stories

Road Trip Memories!

Kristen is a woman in her twenties from Washington, and she is diagnosed with terminal cancer. K…

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MAGIC HAPPENS

Everyone deserves a little magic in their lives. Sometimes, it just takes a fairy godmother to make it happen. That’s why there’s Fairygodmother Foundation.

By granting wishes to adults faced with terminal illness, Fairygodmother Foundation helps make dreams a reality for the individuals and their families who need magic the most. Since 1998, we’ve given them a chance for peace, closure and joy in their hour of greatest need. Today, Fairygodmother Foundation has granted over 1000 wishes. If you would like to learn more about our wishes, please
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If you want to make a donation, volunteer your time, request an application, or if you simply want more information about us, you’ve come to the right place.



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Wish Needs
Mother-Daughter Fun!

"It would be my ultimate wish for me and my daughter to take a trip to Charleston. She is my caretaker, and I would be most grateful for her and I to spend time together having fun."

Robin is a woman in her fifties from South Carolina, and she is diagnosed with terminal cancer. A longtime resident of the state, Robin has always wanted to take a trip to Charleston, to see the many plantations and take an historic carriage ride. Cut short on time due to illness, Robin contacted Fairygodmother Foundation asking for help taking a memorable road trip to the area to see the sights and spend a few days having fun with her daughter.

To grant Robin's wish, Fairygodmother Foundation needs funds for hotel accommodations ($900), gas money ($150), meals ($200), plantation museum admission fee ($50), carriage ride ($40), and a rental car ($125). Click here to make a donation or call 312.573.0028 x11.