Mark Lytleton emphasizes the importance of supporting Make-A-Wish, which aims to empower children with life-threatening conditions by granting them special wishes. With around 63,000 eligible children in the UK, the organization offers hope and memorable experiences amidst their challenges. Individuals can contribute through various fundraising activities and volunteer opportunities, helping to make a significant impact on these children's lives.

1. Get Involved and Support Make-A-Wish
By Mark Lyttleton, Investor, Mentor & Philanthropist

2. Introduction
Angel investor and business mentor Mark Lyttleton is
proud to support a variety of different causes,
including Make-A-Wish. This article will explore the
various different ways that people can support Make-
A-Wish, from devoting time and expertise as a
volunteer to completing their own fundraising
challenge.

3. Make-A-Wish
Across the United Kingdom today, around 63,000
children are eligible for a wish because they have a
life-threatening or life-limiting condition. From the
moment of diagnosis, their childhood and family lives
are often turned on their heads, with simple pleasures
replaced by medical appointments, isolation, worry,
disruption and financial uncertainty.
Make-A-Wish was created to help families set those
issues to one side by presenting children with the
opportunity to choose a special wish that is unique to
them. When so much in their lives has already been
decided for them due to their health needs, Make-A-
Wish empowers children, inspiring them to chase a
dream that creates happiness, hope and memories for
the whole family to cherish.

4. Impact of Make-A-Wish
For children who have been diagnosed with a critical illness, medical appointments can completely disrupt their daily
routines, taking them away from their family and friends. Rather than enjoying a carefree childhood, these children
often have to endure pain and worry, rather than focussing on simple pleasures like having sleepovers, riding a bike
and learning to swim.
Granting children’s wishes empowers them, providing them with choice at a time in their lives where so much else is
decided for them. Make-A-Wish gives children something positive to look forward to, as well as precious memories to
look back on in difficult times – helping children to build their resilience and presenting an opportunity to spend
precious time with their families creating memories to treasure forever.

5. Get Involved
For those interested in supporting Make-A-Wish, there are a range of options to
choose from. From gala dinners and cake bakes to sponsored walks and runs, the
Make-A-Wish website presents a range of activities that fundraisers can get
involved in.
For supporters planning to stage their own event in the local community, Make-
A-Wish provides tips and ideas to help fundraisers get started, as well as
materials to support them on their journey. Make-A-Wish is heavily reliant on its
volunteers, presenting an opportunity for those with free time on their hands to
make a real difference for children and their families.