Refer a Child
Who is eligible?
A child with a life-threatening medical condition who has reached the age of 2 1/2 and is under the age of 18 at the time of referral, is potentially eligible for a wish.
After a child is referred to the Make-A-Wish Foundation®, the Foundation will contact the child's treating physician to determine whether the child is medically eligible for a wish, based on the medical criteria established by the Make-A-Wish Foundation of America. In addition, a child cannot have received a wish from another wish-granting organization.
Who can refer a child?
Out of respect for the privacy of the children and families we serve, 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
How can I refer a child?
If you would like to refer a child who lives in México or one of its territories, you may use our online wish referral form.
How can I refer a child who lives outside Mexico?
If you would like to refer a child who resides outside Mexico, please contact Make-A-Wish International: www.worldwish.org
About wish referral privacy
The Make-A-Wish Foundation respects the privacy of the children and families it serves. All medical information is considered confidential and is not discussed with outside parties unless it is required for the wish and the child's parent(s) or guardian(s) have given their consent.
The child makes the wish and we make it happen…
because you make it possible!