Useful resources for wish families
We're often asked for help and information on other support charities – and sometimes we need our wish families to obtain official documents to assist us in granting their wish.
Please see the list below for links to useful websites and other charities.
The Oliver Curd Trust
To provide fully equipped holiday accommodation to families supporting children and young people in the UK suffering from childhood cancer and other life-threatening illnesses. The charity seeks to provide memories, happiness and periods of escape for children and their families during difficult times.
Phone number: +447856119151
Address: Stonelink Cottages, Stubb Lane, Brede, Rye, East Sussex, TN31 6BL
Visit the Oliver Curd Trust website
The Proud Trust
The Proud Trust is an LGBT+ youth charity empowering young people to be proud of who they are. The Proud Trust delivers youth work and one-to-one support across Greater Manchester.
Phone number: +441616603347
Address: 49-51 Sidney St, Manchester, M1 7HB
The Robert Sinclair Davidson Foundation
Offers financial support to young couples and families who have been affected by life threatening and terminal illnesses.
Phone number: +447584685152
Address: 190 Camden High Street, London NW1 8QP
Visit the Robert Sinclair Davidson Foundation website
The Sick Children’s Trust
The Sick Children's Trust is a charity that gives families one less thing to worry about when their child suddenly becomes ill, by giving them a place to stay, and someone to talk to, free of charge just minutes from their child's bedside.
Phone number: +442076384066
Address: 4th Floor, 28-30 Worship Street, London, EC2A 2AH
Visit the Sick Children's Trust website
The Trussell Trust
The Trussell Trust supports a nationwide network of food banks and provides emergency food and support to people facing hardship, and campaigning for change to end the need for food banks in the UK.
Phone number: +441722580180
Address: Unit 9 Ashfield Trading Estate, Ashfield Road, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP2 7HL
Visit the Trussell Trust website
The Willow Foundation
The Willow Foundation provides special day experiences for seriously ill young adults aged 16 – 40 inclusive.
Phone number: +441707259777
Address: Gate House, Fretherne Road, Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire, AL8 6NS
Visit the Willow Foundation website
Together for Short Lives
Together for Short Lives is a UK charity that makes sure seriously ill children and their families can make the most of every moment they have together. They provide palliative care and give families support and the vital care that is needed for them. Plus they offer a helpline to provide emotional support and information about available support.
Phone number: +441179897820
Address: New Bond House, Bond Street, Bristol, BS2 9AG
Visit the Together for Short Lives website
Turkish Visas
EU citizens travelling to Turkey are required to obtain a Turkish visa prior to travelling.
Turn2Us
Turn2us is a national charity offering information and practical help to people facing financial insecurity.
Address: Hythe House, 200 Shepherds Bush Road, London W6 7NL
Variety The Children's Charity
Variety aims to improve the lives of disabled children and young people, including those living in poverty. They provide practical, tangible help that makes an immediate difference to children, young people, parents, siblings and teachers. They also support the part of full funding of specialist equipment and also work with Sunshine Coaches to provide transport for days out.
Phone number: +442074288100
Address: 93 Bayham Street, London, NW1 0AG
Well Child
Well Child's vision is that every child and young person living with serious health needs has the best chance to thrive and to be properly supported at home with their families. They also provide practical and emotional support. Plus they fund projects and research to ensure that the healthcare sector are better equipped to provide the necessary support to children and young people with long term, complex health care needs.
Phone number: +441242530007
Address: 16 Royal Crescent, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL50 3DA
When You Wish Upon A Star
Wish Upon a Star has a simple mission, to grant the wishes of children living with a life threatening illness. In addition to wishes throughout the year, they also organise a number of days out and treats for the children like Harry Poter themed train trips, plus much more.
Phone number: +441159791720
Address: Futurist House, Valley Road, Basford, Nottingham, NG5 1JE