What is a Dream?

Our dreams create moments of magic with lasting impact…

…and are personal to each child we work with.

Whether that is 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.

No matter the dream our team of dream makers, work closely with our dreamers to deliver a unique experience, that will provide moments of magic and have a lasting impact long after the dream has come true.

The types of dreams we offer are:

Home Makeovers: Bedrooms redesigned by our team of dream makers, inspired by each dream child, or garden play equipment to enhance a child's environment

Reimagined Community Spaces: Sensory rooms and outdoor playgrounds reimagined for children to access in their community

Getaways: UK holidays and cherished experience days built to inspire a lifetime of memories

Or something from our Small change, Big impact Programme: This programme aims to improve the daily lives of isolated children through access to vital equipment and technology.

Our Makeovers, Experience Days and Small change, Big impact Programme can all be delivered on an individual basis or as part of a Community Dream.

Have a read through of some of our amazing Dream Stories and see the moments of magic and lasting impact our dreams have had on the children we support.

Equipment Dream, Small change big impact

"Dreams Come True is an invaluable charity to support families with items we are not able to" - Donna, a social worker who referred Noah for an iPad dream in December.

Mum Marta also told us "He is much calmer now, and the iPad has been a lifesaver during long hospital visits"

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Experience Day Dream

"I just wanted to say thank you so much for organising such an amazing day for Zahra and her family. Zahra absolutely loved meeting the lions, and her little face when she saw them close up brought tears to my eyes, it was amazing. You really did make Zahra’s dream come through so Thank you." - Becky Kerry, Family Support Worker

Callum's Christmas party (urgent dream)

"The family and all of our staff were delighted with the dream and the memories it created " This delicate situation was handled wonderfully by Dreams Come True. Callum has loved every minute of this day, his presents and seeing his family. I’m just thrilled and on behalf of Ward 85 I would like to thank you Holly for the organising, planning, communication and making this dream come true!" - Jodie, Ward Manager, Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

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Make Dreams Come True with TEMPLESPA

At Dreams Come True our mission is to turn dreams into a reality for every child who needs our support, and that the moments of magic we create have a lasting impact for children and their families.   We cannot achieve this without our incredible partners and this month we are celebrating Dreams Come True & TEMPLESPA!
Run Alton Towers 10k

Come to Alton Towers (the UK’s biggest theme park) and run 10km around the park!
Run Alton Towers 5k

Come to Alton Towers (the UK’s biggest theme park) and run 5km around the park!
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.

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

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

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?

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

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

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

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

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?

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