Did you know that more than 60,000 children in the United Kingdom are suffering from critical conditions? They’ll never be able to enjoy their childhood as most of their days are spent in the hospital with regular visits to the doctor and undergoing treatments. Meanwhile, mothers must give up their jobs to care for their ill children, while fathers must work overtime or get a second job to provide for the family’s needs.

This is why Make-A-Wish UK has the Brighton Marathon this year to encourage everybody to help these children and their families in their darkest moments.

Right now, more than 60,000 children in the UK have been diagnosed with a critical condition, changing their lives and the lives of their families forever. For them, the joy of childhood is brought to an abrupt end, with treatment plans, hospital appointments and sleepless nights taking over.

The power of a wish revives a childhood stolen by critical illness. It brings light and joy to children and their loved ones and leaves a profound and lasting impact on all their lives.

But we can’t be that light for everyone.

It takes a community of volunteers, donors, partners and fundraisers like yourself to help these children feel like children again. So, we’re asking for your help. Join the #WishHero team and make a wish come true.

Together, we have the power to light up the darkness.

Here’s how you can make a child’s wish come true.