Six-year-old Jakob, known as “Joyful Jake,” had a special love for hospital blankets, piling them high until he disappeared beneath them. But beneath that mountain of blankets was a little boy whose joy, courage, and simple words, “I’m so glad you’re here,” left a lasting mark on everyone who met him.

Years after receiving wishes during a long hospital stay, a former Little Wishes patient reached out with a message...

Whenever Kayla grew restless or scared, Little Wishes brought light back into her eyes.

Every Little Wish Tells a Story...

Little Wishes is Delivering Sunshine!

Little Wishes is there to make certain that no child or family walks the end-of-life journey alone.

Highway to Happiness: 30,000 Wishes & Counting...

Happiness Awaits

Review our 2023 results and doctor's orders for 2024!

There is nothing like being home for the holidays, but the reality is, countless children will be in the hospital fighting to get stronger and missing out on their family's holiday traditions. Thanksgiving, Hannukah, Christmas and more, Little Wishes is always there to bring holiday magic and brighten the days of our patients and families who will be spending this time of year in the hospital.

I want you to know that for our family and for Pierce, Little Wishes was more than just his wishes. It was a gift of a relationship with people who walked with us through dark times and brought light into our lives.

Summer Adventure Awaits with Little Wishes

When I was approached to author The Bright Light Blog I immediately said yes, mainly because there isn’t a thing Little Wishes could ask of me that I’d say no to but mostly because what they do is so special that being the one to attempt to put it into words is an honor.