Make-A-Wish Foundation UK
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Make-A-Wish grants magical wishes to children and young people fighting life-threatening illnesses. Our wishes are truly magical. Whether a wish is to be a princess for the day, own the latest computer equipment, meet a favourite celebrity, or enjoy some special time away from home with their family, a wish come true brings so much to a child's life and provides memories that last a lifetime.
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Integrity assessment
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Financials
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GiveRadar's verified records show Make-A-Wish Foundation UK with a substantially complete profile, cross-referenced across 4 independent sources including the Charity Commission.
- GiveRadar has cross-referenced this organization across 4 independent sources, led by the Charity Commission - among the most thoroughly sourced profiles in its cohort. See the sources
- By reported annual revenue, it is larger than 99% of the 4,102 youth development charities in the United Kingdom with financial records on GiveRadar. See the filings
- GiveRadar's profile for Make-A-Wish Foundation UK draws on its financial disclosures and its registration, in line with the typical youth development charities in the United Kingdom it tracks. View this cohort
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- financial records (5 filed years)
- disclosed leadership
- a website
- a contact email
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Filing history
5 years on file from Charity Commission (UK): revenue, expenses, program spending, assets, and liabilities by fiscal year.
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UK donations qualify for Gift Aid. MAKE-A-WISH FOUNDATION UK is registered with the Charity Commission. Eligible UK taxpayers can boost their gift by 25% at no extra cost.
MAKE-A-WISH FOUNDATION UK is in United Kingdom, a TGE (Transnational Giving Europe) member country. Dutch donors can route gifts via Stichting Transnational Giving Europe to receive Dutch ANBI-equivalent deductibility, subject to TGE's 5% pass-through fee.
MAKE-A-WISH FOUNDATION UK is registered in United Kingdom. US donors generally cannot deduct gifts to non-US charities directly. To claim a deduction, route the gift through a US 'Friends of' fiscal sponsor or a donor-advised fund that performs equivalency determination (IRS Rev. Proc. 92-94).
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Leadership & board
Official filingsBoard members and senior officers on record, with disclosed pay where available.
9 officers and trustees on file, free with a GiveRadar account.
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How it stacks up against peers
Compared with 6 similar youth development charities in United Kingdom.
Cause areas in United Kingdom
Charities working in each area, this charity's highlighted.
Sources and verification
- Officers and trustees
- Charity Commission for England and Wales - Register of Charities · 9 disclosed in the public registry.
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Frequently asked questions about Make-A-Wish Foundation UK
Make-A-Wish Foundation UK is a registered youth development nonprofit based in Reading, England, United Kingdom. It is registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. It was founded in 1986 and has been operating for 40 years. According to GiveRadar's records, it holds registration with the UK Fundraising Regulator, which means it has committed to the Code of Fundraising Practice and accountable fundraising standards. GiveRadar's Integrity Assessment for the organization is 76/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate. The organization reports £12M in annual revenue. 9 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. No red flags have been detected.
Based on official filings, Make-A-Wish Foundation UK has £12M in annual revenue. It allocates 51% of expenses to programs and services. This is below the average of 84% for youth development charities in United Kingdom. Its revenue is significantly above the peer average of £478K. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.
Make-A-Wish grants magical wishes to children and young people fighting life-threatening illnesses. Our wishes are truly magical. Whether a wish is to be a princess for the day, own the latest computer equipment, meet a favourite celebrity, or enjoy some special time away from home with their family, a wish come true brings so much to a child's life and provides memories that last a lifetime. Make-A-Wish Foundation UK is classified as a youth development organization registered in United Kingdom. The organization was founded in 1986.
Make-A-Wish Foundation UK is a charitable company limited by guarantee, the most common incorporated form for UK charities. It is registered with both Companies House and the Charity Commission, and must file annual accounts with both regulators. Directors (who are also charity trustees) have limited liability.
Make-A-Wish Foundation UK's registered charity number is 295672. You can use it to look up the organization on the Charity Commission register.
Make-A-Wish Foundation UK is located in Reading, England, United Kingdom. The organization was established in 1986 and has been active for 40 years.
Make-A-Wish Foundation UK is based in Reading in England. The Charity Commission for England and Wales (CCEW) is the primary regulator. Scotland has its own regulator (OSCR), and Northern Ireland has the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland (CCNI). A charity registered with the CCEW may operate across the whole of the UK or internationally.
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Quick facts about Make-A-Wish Foundation UK
- What is Make-A-Wish Foundation UK?
- Make-A-Wish Foundation UK is a youth development charitable company based in Reading, United Kingdom. Make-A-Wish grants magical wishes to children and young people fighting life-threatening illnesses. Our wishes are truly magical. Whether a wish is to be a princess for the day, own the latest computer equipment, meet a favourite celebrity, or enjoy some special time away from home with their family, a wish come true brings so much to a child's life and provides memories that last a lifetime.
- When was Make-A-Wish Foundation UK founded?
- Make-A-Wish Foundation UK was founded in 1986.
- Where is Make-A-Wish Foundation UK located?
- Headquartered in Reading, England, United Kingdom.
- What is Make-A-Wish Foundation UK's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2024 is £11.9 million. 51% of expenses go to program services.
- Is Make-A-Wish Foundation UK trustworthy?
- Make-A-Wish Foundation UK has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 76 out of 100 (Strong transparency). The score reflects public-data transparency: registration, financial disclosure, governance, contact details, and how recently data was refreshed. It does not measure program impact.
- What is Make-A-Wish Foundation UK's website?
- http://www.make-a-wish.org.uk
- Are donations to Make-A-Wish Foundation UK tax-deductible?
- Donations may be tax-deductible for residents of United Kingdom under local rules. US donors should check whether the charity has an equivalency-determination letter or a US-based fiscal sponsor before claiming a deduction.