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Our Dream Stories

We have fulfilled the dreams of over 6,300 children and young adults with serious and life-limiting conditions. You can read the inspiring and heart-warming stories of those who have benefited from your generosity and have had their dream granted below.

Alice’s dream is to relax in her home

Alice’s dream is to relax in her home

7 year old Alice lives with autism and struggles to relax in her home. She's very strong and likes to climb and break things. Specially designed ‘tough furniture’ will mean she can be in her bedroom and mum doesn't have to worry about things being damaged. Read more

Published: 13th July, 2022

Author: Marketing DCT

Klayte's dream is to be able to play with his brothers

Klayte's dream is to be able to play with his brothers

Klayte lives with Cerebral palsy, so his walking is easily compromised. Having an adapted trike would mean Klayte can join in with his brothers and feel more included. Read more

Published: 11th July, 2022

Author: Marketing DCT

Music fan Corey now has his very own iPad

Music fan Corey now has his very own iPad

​Listening to music helps Corey manage his autism as it quickly calms him down. Corey's new iPad has given him control and Mum says he’s now a lot calmer and happier. Read more

Published: 3rd May, 2022

Updated: 14th July, 2022

Author: Jessica Edwards

Zahra's dream was to feed the lions!

Zahra's dream was to feed the lions!

Zahra was referred for a dream from her school. They told us: “she loves lions, so an experience where she can meet lions close up would be amazing. When speaking to mum it became even clearer how much Zahra loves lions. Ever since they bought a painting of a lion and put it on the wall at home, Zahra has been fascinated. She has always wanted to be picked up to touch the painting and has a lion toy of her own. Zahra has a teddy, “Mr Lion”, who goes everywhere with her, apart from school, but as Read more

Published: 29th April, 2022

Author: Tom Hunt

Dream Theatre Trip for Bristnall Hall Academy

Dream Theatre Trip for Bristnall Hall Academy

Students at Bristnall Hall Academy have recently enjoyed an incredible theatre experience at the Birmingham Hippodrome provided by Dreams Come True Charity. Read more

Published: 20th April, 2022

Author: Tom Hunt

Halton Lodge Children's Centre Sensory Room

Halton Lodge Children's Centre Sensory Room

Halton Lodge Children’s Centre recently had the launch of their re-fitted sensory room which will bring essential sensory stimulation for children in the local area living with a disability, serious illness or life limiting condition. The community space makeover was delivered as part of our Community Dreams programme. Read more

Published: 20th April, 2022

Author: Tom Hunt

Tavyian's new Dream Trike has arrived!

Tavyian's new Dream Trike has arrived!

Tavyian, 9, lives with Downs Syndrome and came to us with a dream of an adapted trike, with a basket, as he loves to take his teddies and books with him. He suffers significant pain in his back and feet if he is standing or walking for any length of time. This makes it difficult to go anywhere, as he is too heavy to carry. ​ Read more

Published: 19th April, 2022

Author: Tom Hunt

Alfie came to Dreams Come True with a dream to visit CBeebiesLand

Alfie came to Dreams Come True with a dream to visit CBeebiesLand

He lives with Dravet Syndrome and experiences the full range of symptoms, so he suffers from life threatening seizures that require urgent medical treatment, and an absence of awareness of danger in his surroundings. This means he needs constant supervision both at home and while out and about to ensure he doesn’t come to any harm. His condition has been gradually increasing in severity, his mum describes day to day life with Alfie as ‘living on a knife edge’. Read more

Published: 14th April, 2022

Author: Tom Hunt

Jayden's Mickey Mouse Dream Bedroom

Jayden's Mickey Mouse Dream Bedroom

Jayden, 8, is non-verbal, and his autism results in significant impairment in his social interactions and social communication. When Jayden came to Dreams Come True he didn’t want to play or sleep in his room. Jayden is a real Disney Mickey Mouse fan, and we are delighted to have been able to create Jayden’s dream bedroom for him... Read more

Published: 11th April, 2022

Author: Tom Hunt

A Dream Coming True at Victoria School

A Dream Coming True at Victoria School

Staff and pupils at Victoria School recently celebrated the arrival of a ‘Dream’ delivery, in the form of six specially adapted trikes that have been donated by national Charity, Dreams Come True. Victoria School in Northfield is a community special school maintained by Birmingham City Council, catering for the needs of 230 students aged from 2 to 19 years who have cognition and learning difficulties, physical disabilities and complex health needs. Read more

Published: 5th April, 2022

Author: Tom Hunt

Alfie's CBeebiesland Dream is on its way!

Alfie's CBeebiesland Dream is on its way!

Meet Alfie, he’s 12 years old and lives with Dravet Syndrome and he experiences the full range of symptoms. Alfie needs constant supervision because he suffers from life threatening seizures that require urgent medical treatment. Read more

Published: 1st April, 2022

Author: Tom Hunt

Layla's Harry Potter World dream

Layla's Harry Potter World dream

Layla is living with cystic fibrosis and sadly had to have her original dream date delayed due to the pandemic and her health taking a turn for the worst, which resulted in surgery. Read more

Published: 2nd February, 2022

Author: Tom Hunt

Luke's Luxurious London Stay

Luke's Luxurious London Stay

Luke has recently turned 21 and is a massive Marvel fan. He is still receiving ongoing after care as a result of bravely battling with B Cell Lymphoma. Luke wanted to make sure he helped other people in a similar position to him by becoming one of the faces of the NHS’s Plasma Drive campaign. Read more

Published: 11th January, 2022

Author: Tom Hunt

Toby's Surface Pro Dream

Toby's Surface Pro Dream

Toby is 15 years old and suffers from Epidermolysis bullosa. Foster Mum says that he is a real people watcher and loves sitting in cafes with her watching the world go by. Toby has dressings that cover his entire body except his face. He’s bathed 4 times a week which takes up to 5 hours... Read more

Published: 5th January, 2022

Author: Tom Hunt

Arlo’s Thomas The Tank and Cbeebies Dream!

Arlo’s Thomas The Tank and Cbeebies Dream!

Arlo is 6 years old and lives with his Mum, Dad, Brother and Sister in Glasgow. He is an active boy and loves playing in the garden in his wellies and on his balance bike.  Arlo has Autism and Learning disabilities which makes communication difficult for him. Read more

Published: 4th August, 2021

Author: Tom Hunt

He rides a bike like all the other children

He rides a bike like all the other children

Yusuf is 11 years old and lives with Down Syndrome. His dream was to be able to ride a bike like all the other children. Yusuf has never had a bike before because he’s too scared he’d fall off, as he struggles with balance and coordination. Read more

Published: 8th July, 2021

Author: Tom Hunt

Nothing has stopped G being a happy and bright person!

Nothing has stopped G being a happy and bright person!

Living with Cerebral Palsy and global developmental delay has presented many challenges, but this hasn’t stopped G being a happy and bright person. Due to his condition, he is reliant on adults for so much of his care, and is unable to do the things another young person might enjoy. Read more

Published: 5th July, 2021

Author: Tom Hunt

Ruby's new life on wheels means everything to her

Ruby's new life on wheels means everything to her

Twelve-year-old Ruby is the only sister to three playful brothers. Together, they love racing around their local park. However, Ruby has the chromosome disorder known as 1q43 deletion... Read more

Published: 1st July, 2021

Author: Jessica Edwards

What an iPad means for Martin…

What an iPad means for Martin…

Meet Martin, he is a bubbly energetic and happy boy, but has the ability to change very quickly. Martin is non- verbal and often finds it difficult to communicate. This can cause him to lash out, become very angry, hit and throw things. Read more

Published: 1st July, 2021

Author: Jessica Edwards

Carson's Dream Climbing Frame

Carson's Dream Climbing Frame

Carson’s dreams was to have a climbing frame in his back garden that he could play on with his sister, and that's exactly what he got! But this is no ordinary climbing frame – this is the king of climbing frames...Read more. Read more

Published: 1st July, 2021

Author: Jessica Edwards

Angel's Dream Bedroom Makeover

Angel's Dream Bedroom Makeover

Angel has spina bifida and hydrocephalus, which means she is paralysed from the waist down. Her mum, Martina, is a single parent with five children. Angel’s dream was to have a bedroom makeover. “At one stage, Angel didn’t want anyone around her. She didn’t want anyone in that bedroom. Read more... Read more

Published: 1st July, 2021

Author: Jessica Edwards

Alana's Dream Trike

Alana's Dream Trike

A dream trike for Alana really making her day! Alana is 9 years old and enjoys sensory activities which help her to feel calm...Read Alana's dream story here. Read more

Published: 1st July, 2021

Author: Jessica Edwards

Sam's New Trike

Sam's New Trike

Dream recipient Sam and his new trike! Enjoying his new freedom. Read more

Published: 1st July, 2021

Author: Jessica Edwards

Harley's Dream Trike

Harley's Dream Trike

Harley is 7 years old and has Global Development Delay, a term for significantly delayed cognitive or physical development and low muscle tone, meaning Harley lacks strength and becomes tied very quickly; and an undiagnosed syndrome that causes motor skills delay. Read more

Published: 1st July, 2021

Author: Jessica Edwards

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  • Referral Hub

    Referral Hub

    Welcome to our referral hub. This is our exclusive community of professionals working alongside children who help us deliver dreams to kids who have it tough by submitting referral applications.

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  • Make A Referral

    Make A Referral

    We only accept referrals from medical, healthcare, or social care professionals.  Applications are on a first come first served basis, to ensure that no child is waiting too long for delivery of their dream.

  • What we do

    What we do

    Dreams Come True is a national Children's Charity who exists to deliver dreams to children who have it tough. We believe every child has the right to dream, no matter who they are or where they live. More info

  • Who we support

    Who we support

    To ensure we reach the children who deserve our attention the most, we work with children who are living in the highest areas of deprivation in the country, and are living with a disability, serious illness, or life-limiting conditions. More info

  • What is a Dream?

    What is a Dream?

    Whether it's a break for a young cancer patient, a specially adapted trike for a child with cerebral palsy, a tablet to help an autistic teenager develop their communication skills, or a seriously ill child’s room makeover. Each dream brings a moments of magic and has a lasting impact for years to come. More info

  • Join the team

    Join the team

    We are always on the lookout for people who share our values and mission and are dedicated to making dreams come true for children who have it tough.

  • How it works

    How it works

    We work exclusively with, and only manage dream referrals from, those who know the Dreamers best –medical, healthcare and social care professionals.

  • Eligibility Criteria

    To ensure we reach the children who need our attention the most, we have a set eligibility criteria that must be met in order to have a dream come true.

  • About us

    About us

    We make dreams come true for children who are living with a disability, serious illness, or life-limiting conditions from the highest areas of deprivation in the UK. Bringing moments of magic that have a lasting impact for years to come. Our belief is that every young person has the right to dream, no matter who they are, or where they live.

  • Get Involved

    Get Involved

    If you're looking to help make more dreams come true, then fundraising is one of the best ways to do it. We have plenty of ways for you to get involved!

  • How do I volunteer?

    How do I volunteer?

    Without our incredible volunteers, we wouldn’t be able to fulfil any of the dreams of the children and young people who live with serious and life-limiting conditions. More info


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