At Rays of Sunshine, we partner with trusts and foundations to brighten the lives of seriously ill children across the UK through life-changing wishes, hospital programmes and ongoing support.
Together, we create moments of joy, reduce isolation and help families make precious memories during some of the most challenging times in their lives.
Since our founding in 2003, Rays of Sunshine has brightened the lives of over 136,000 seriously ill children, young people, and their families.
Discover the difference Rays of Sunshine is making by exploring our 2024/2025 Impact Report
Magical wishes granted for seriously and terminally ill children
Children supported through our Sunshine in Hospital programmes
Children, young people and their families attended our Wish Community Events
Every hour, a family in the UK receives the devastating news that their child is seriously ill.
Today, more than 134,000 children are living with life-limiting conditions - yet we can only reach 1 in 8 of the children who could benefit from a wish.
Demand for our services continues to grow, but without support from trusts and foundations we cannot reach every child who could benefit.
Rays of Sunshine receives no government funding and relies entirely on the generosity of supporters, just like you.
Each year, we must raise £2.2 million to create unforgettable moments of joy and hope for seriously ill children across the UK.
Could fund a magical wish for a seriously ill child
Could fund two hospital activity days
Could fund our 12 Days of Wishmas community events programme
Could fund our National Teddy Bear Day programme in hospitals
Could fund 20 magical travel wishes to Disneyland Paris
Could fund a Wish Granters salary for a year, and 42 magical wishes
At Rays of Sunshine, we believe in the power of partnership. We work in close collaboration with Corporate Foundations, Family Foundations, and Charitable Foundations to turn your philanthropic vision into meaningful change for seriously ill children and their families.
Whether you choose unrestricted funding, giving us the flexibility to direct resources where they’re needed most, project-specific support, focusing on an area close to your funding priorities, or multi-year funding, enabling us to plan and grow our services – every contribution creates lasting impact. Together, we can bring hope, joy, and long-lasting support to seriously ill children who need it most, and build a partnership that truly makes a difference.
Tailored funding proposals aligned with your charitable goals
Regular updates on the impact of your support
Opportunities to visit Rays of Sunshine services to see the difference your support is making
Recognition through our website, social media, and communications (if desired)
Monitoring and evaluation reports as required
These are just a few of the Trusts and Foundations that have chosen to support Rays of Sunshine. We are deeply grateful for your generosity and for sharing our mission to brightening the lives of seriously and terminally ill children.
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