Children's charity that brightens the lives of seriously ill children (3-18) across the UK by granting wishes and providing ongoing support within hospitals

London, England
We're hiring for two roles! Could you join our award-winning team? 🤝 Find out more and apply on our website: raysofsunshine.org.uk/the-ch…
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🏆 WE WON! 🎉 We’re delighted to share that we won Best Charity Film in the Medium Charity category at the 2026 #ThirdSectorAwards for Cissy’s Story. Find out more & watch our film here:  raysofsunshine.org.uk/rays-o…
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Sorry moon, not today... Nothing can stop us shining 🌞💛💪
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Help Laura reach her goal – donate on JustGiving today and share her challenge far and wide! DONATE and SHARE: justgiving.com/page/31-days-…
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And she's off! 31 MARATHONS in 31 DAYS 🏃 This month, Laura will be running a full marathon every single day - that's a full 26.2 miles, 31 times! She's aiming to raise £31,000 to grant 22 magical wishes for seriously and terminally ill children 💛
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After 22 years as Chair, our co-founder Stephen Allan OBE steps up as Lifetime President & Vice Chair Jane Sharpe is our new Chair.  9,000+ wishes granted & 80,000 seriously ill children reached - one incredible legacy.  Thank you Stephen💛  Full story: raysofsunshine.org.uk/stephe…
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Unforgettable @LondonMarathon moments 💛 57 runners. 26.2 miles. All for seriously ill children 👏 Want to run & help us grant magical wishes in 2027? Sign up here: raysofsunshine.org.uk/challe…
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Want to grab a medal yourself next year? 💛 We've got charity places for the London Marathon 2027! Apply to join Team Sunshine here: raysofsunshine.org.uk/challe…
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Go on, show off your medal - you've earned it!🏅 @LondonMarathon runners take this moment to show off your new bling for #MedalMonday! We're so grateful for all the hard work, grit and determination you all showed to cross that finish line 💪
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Feeling inspired? It could be you next year! Apply to join Team Sunshine's @LondonMarathon team for 2027 today: raysofsunshine.org.uk/challe…
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Team Sunshine, YOU DID IT! What. A. Day. 🏅 To all our runners that crossed the @LondonMarathon finish line today, we can't thank you enough - you absolutely smashed it! 💪 Now put your feet up and enjoy a well-earned rest! 😴
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Today is THE DAY - it’s @LondonMarathon time! 🏃 Good luck to all our superstar runners ⭐  Thank you #TeamSunshine for taking on 26.2 miles to help us grant magical wishes for seriously ill children in the UK. We're with you all the way! LET'S GO TEAM 👏 #WeRunTogether
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The @LondonMarathon 2027 ballot is NOW OPEN! Do something amazing, take on a new challenge - enter the ballot and if you secure a spot, run for Rays of Sunshine to help grant more magical wishes for seriously ill children 🏃 Take that first step: londonmarathonevents.co.uk/l…
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Meet Clodagh, a Wish Granter who’s helped bring joy to 300+ seriously ill children ✨ She’s running the London Marathon in memory of her brother Tyrone. Inspired by Clodagh’s story? Join us in 2027 and help grant even more wishes ✨  raysofsunshine.org.uk/challe…
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57 runners. 26.2 miles. One mission 💛 Meet Team Sunshine 2026, who are taking on the London Marathon to grant wishes for seriously ill children.  Look out for them on 26 April and give a cheer! 👟 raysofsunshine.org.uk/meet-t…
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We’re thrilled to receive £100,000 from Bright Side, founded by @Sidemen 💛 Bright Side is a charity set up by The Sidemen, who raise funds through events like the Charity Match.  This will fund a Wish Granter for a year and 45 magical wishes, creating precious memories ⚽
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Your vote could be worth £1000s! 💛 By voting for us in @SmileyCFA we could win a cash prize we can use to brighten the lives of seriously ill children across the UK!  Our film features the story of Wish Ambassador Cissy - watch and vote here: smileycharityfilmawards.com/…
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“It was so nice to be together somewhere so lovely, when we’re usually at hospitals” 💛 For her wish, we sent 14-year-old Ella to Chester Zoo to get close to some of her favourite animals 🦒 After so much time in hospital, this special day meant everything 🌞
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Want to be part of London Marathon Day magic? 📣 We need volunteers to cheer on our Team Sunshine runners at the London Marathon on 26th April! Lend us your voice & help grant wishes for seriously ill children 🌟  Sign up here: 6mwnaevea7s.typeform.com/Vol…
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For all the siblings 💛 This #NationalSiblingsDay, we’re sending love to the brothers and sisters who bring strength, comfort and friendship through the hardest times 🫂 Today, we’re sharing Ben’s beautiful poem for his sister Maddie 🌞
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A "bear-y" special wish 🐻 If there's one thing 7-year-old Michael loves, it's Paddington Bear, so we sent his family to watch the Paddington Musical! Michael has spent a lot of time in hospital - we're so glad his wish offered some much-deserved adventure 💛
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“Beautiful sunrise and a brilliant cause - what more could you ask for?” 🌞 We’re heading back to Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) on 21 June 2026 for our sunrise trek! Set off after midnight, reach the summit for sunrise, and help fund magical wishes 💛 Sign up now! raysofsunshine.org.uk/challe…
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A wish fit for a zookeeper-in-training 🦁 5-year-old Arthur loves animals! For his wish, we sent his family to @WestMidSafari to make "wild" new memories away from hospital💛 Thank you to our supporters who make wishes like Arthur's possible 🌞
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When Joey met Peppa Pig 💛 We sent 5-year-old Joey and his family to Peppa Pig World for his wish, where he met his favourite characters and made magical memories 😀 After time in hospital, this joyful break meant everything 🌞 Thank you for making moments like this possible!
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Ariella’s Smyths Toys Superstore sweep 🛒 For her wish, 4-year-old Ariella enjoyed an all-expenses-paid toy shopping trip, filling her trolley with goodies. Princess Elsa even surprised her with a Frozen bike ❄️ Thank you @SmythsToysUK for making Ariella feel so special 💛
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A night to remember with @TPICAPGroup 💛 We loved joining @ICAPCharityDay’s Impact Evening with our Ambassador @Oritse to celebrate the impact of Charity Day 2025. From choir moments to Wish Community member Ben’s work experience, this partnership keeps changing young lives 🌞
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Take care of the people who matter most 💛    Free Wills Month ends 31 March. Write your will for FREE (worth up to £150)   Please consider leaving a gift to help grant wishes for seriously ill children 💛 Head to our website to find out more: raysofsunshine.org.uk/leave-…
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Harry takes on London 🎡 For his wish, 14-year-old Harry and his family enjoyed a special trip to London, which included a Thames boat ride, London Eye visit and hotel stay. After two years of treatment for aplastic anaemia, it gave them time to make happy memories together 💛
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We granted 7-year-old Amelia’s wish for a new iPad - but it was more than just new tech 💛 Her new iPad has been set up with different programmes to help with her daily life living with several conditions📱 Thank you to our supporters who help us make meaningful differences 💛
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We’re also so grateful to our Ambassador @Oritse and @JackywilsonHQ for joining two special hospital visits this World Book Day 💛 Our Sunshine in Hospitals programme helps reduce isolation and spread joy – and it’s incredible to see so many supporters come together 📚
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World Book Day 2026 📚 We spread reading joy to young patients spending the day in hospital, thanks to our amazing supporters. Huge thanks to @SmythsToysUK for donating toys & dress-up, Yoto for so many play resources, and volunteer teams from Clermont & @HowdenlocalUK 💛
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An A+ wish! ⭐ We recently granted 17-year-old Tilly's wish for a new laptop, so she can work hard on her A-Levels. After years of hospital visits for cancer treatment, Tilly's wish was the perfect way to look forwards 💛 Thank you to our supporters who make wishes come true!
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Vote for us to win a @SmileyCFA 🌞 We're delighted to share our film is in the final round of voting to win a Smiley Charity Film Award! The film features Wish Ambassador Cissy Adamou, and her journey with Rays of Sunshine 💛
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Daniel's wild adventure! 🦁🐘 For his wish, we sent 9 year old Daniel and his family to @WestMidSafari to get up close with the animals he loves. Thank you to our amazing supporters for making wishes like Daniel’s come true 💛
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A special #WorldBookDay costume 🥊 Wish child Tommy dressed as his hero @TommyTNTFury after meeting him for his wish! Tommy fell in love with boxing during cancer treatment and trained with Fury at his local gym. We love seeing wishes inspire families long after they happen 💛
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To celebrate @WorldBookDayUK, we invited @JackyWilsonHQ to Royal Alexandra Children's Hospital for a special Hospital School session with patients 💛 A huge thank you to Jacqueline for sharing her time, wisdom and stories, and to @UHSussex who helped make the day so special 💛
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Bringing storytelling magic to hospital wards 📚✨ With our Ambassador @Oritse, we visited @EvelinaLondon to share #WorldBookDay books & Sunshine in Hospitals resources to no one misses out on the joy of reading during treatment. Stories, smiles & special moments all round 💛
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Eashan earned the nickname Eashan the Brave during cancer treatment. For his wish, we sent Eashan the Brave to London to make some fun family memories! By giving a gift to Rays of Sunshine in your will, you'll help brighten lives of children like Eashan for years to come 💛
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For his wish, Junior got to live out every child's DREAM with a @SmythsToysUK shopping spree 🤩 5-year-old Junior lost his eye because of retinoblastoma, but his wish was a chance for him to have some much-deserved fun. Thank you Smyths Toys for making Junior feel so special 💛
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Just a few seconds of your time could make a seriously ill child smile this World Book Day - THIS is how 👇 1. Visit our Amazon Wishlist 2. Pick a book 3. Checkout as normal & we do the rest! Help ensure no child misses out. Visit our Amazon Wishlist: raysofsunshine.mindfulgiving…
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For his wish, Christopher had an experience fit for a superfan, which included meeting the team and watching them play ⚽ The wish was the perfect way to make new memories with his favourite team. Thank you @ChelseaFC @CFCFoundation for making Christopher's wish come true 🌞
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The ultimate wish for a @ChelseaFC fan! 😍 8-year-old Christopher is a massive football fan, but because of leukaemia treatment, has been unable to play any sports for more than three years.   Even when he’s not been feeling his best though, he’s followed his beloved Chelsea 💙
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£250,000. 150 magical wishes 💛 We are so happy to say Rays of Sunshine has been selected as one of the official beneficiaries of the 2026 Arora Ball, led by the Arora Charitable Foundation. A huge thank you to everyone involved for helping us brighten even more young lives 💛
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Thank you to @TPICAPGroup for funding this event, and our partners for making the day so special: @BirdandBlendTea, Bryght Ltd, Calvin Hanks, Dinner Ladies Catering, @Doughlicious_, Event Prop Hire, @GetGroomedUK, The House of Yoga Psychology, Wild Tribe and @ZooLabUK 💛
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It was also a chance for seriously ill young people to spend time around others with similar life experiences. We had other brilliant charities to showcase how much support is out there. Thank you @lgfbuk, @LPTrustUK, @teensunite, @YoungMindsUK, @MosaicTrust and @BreatheAHR 💛
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Being a teenager is hard – especially when you have a serious illness. That's why we hosted our confidence event, aimed at boosting self-esteem among seriously ill young teens💛 We had an talk from @Oritse, yoga, a barber, make-up & hair styling, magic workshops and more...
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It’s Random Acts of Kindness Day 📖 For just £1.05, you can buy a World Book Day book for a child in hospital and help them experience the joy of reading 💛 Spread a little sunshine today ☀️ raysofsunshine.mindfulgiving…
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Thousands of seriously ill children will spend World Book Day in hospital - help us ensure they don't miss out on the joy of reading 📚 By buying a book from our Amazon Wishlist, you can help us send books directly to hospitals.    Shop now: raysofsunshine.mindfulgiving…
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Living with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, everyday life can leave Louie very tired - but gaming is something he can do even if he's not feeling his best, and this is why Slogo's videos mean so much to him 💛 Thank you @Slogo and team for making Louie's wish come true 🌞
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We recently granted Louie's wish to meet his favourite Minecraft gamer: @Slogo ⛏️ The pair played their favourite game, and Louie also had a tour of Slogo's studio, and introduced him to all his fellow gaming creators - we think Louie fits right in with their gang!
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Her experience included tickets for a match in a private box - but that wasn't all!  She also got to meet the whole team, and was gifted a special goodie bag from her favourite player, Alessia Russo 💛 Thank you to the @ArsenalWFC team for making Evie's wish so special! 🌞
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Evie's unforgettable @ArsenalWFC wish ⚽ 15-year-old Evie developed her love for Arsenal Women's FC while in hospital for cancer treatment, where she religiously watched the team's games.  For her wish, we organised for Evie to have a VIP experience at her beloved club.
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