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Run for Wishlist at the Sunshine Coast M...
We’re inviting you to join Team Wishlist in the Sunshine Coast Marathon on Sunday, 3 August 2025 and make a difference in the lives of patients in our local community. By joining Team Wishlist, you will get 10% off your entry fee AND get your race entry reimbursed when you raise $1000 or more!

How your coffee makes a difference
Every coffee, cupcake, or sandwich you purchase from a Wishlist Coffee House isn’t just fuelling your day, it’s changing lives across the Sunshine Coast.

Where has your bucket hat been?
Follow Wishlist on Instagram and Facebook, post a photo wearing your Wishlist Bucket Hat, and tag Wishlist to go in the draw to WIN a $500 VISA voucher to spend on your next big adventure.

Recycling hero turning bottles into heal...
Thanks to recycling champions Marion and Klaus, thousands of recyclables have been transformed into community support, helping Wishlist continue its important work.
Wishlist Giving Day Raffle Winners

Over $340,000 raised on Wishlist Giving ...
On Wishlist Giving Day 2025 we were inspired by the Sunshine Coast community coming together to raise over $340,000. We couldn’t have done it without our army of volunteers, business matchers and the generous Sunshine Coast Community – thank you!

Maddi's Journey: a story of hope and rec...
Maddi’s story is not just one of survival, but also of generosity and community, a reminder that hope thrives when people come together to give selflessly.

Give a little, help a lot on Wishlist Gi...
March 27, 2025, marks Wishlist’s most impactful fundraising event of the year - Wishlist Giving Day! For 12 hours, the Sunshine Coast community will come together to raise $200,000 to support local public hospitals, enhancing health services for patients and families.

Support our health heroes and buy a raff...
By purchasing a ticket, you’re not just in the running for some amazing prizes, you’re directly helping to fund vital equipment, patient support services, and hospital accommodation.

Humble Gift Co.'s donation
At Humble Gift Co., a name badge isn’t just a tag - it’s a symbol of identity, pride, and connection. Through their ongoing fundraiser, Humble Gift Co. and the support of their incredible customers, have now donated $15,268 to Wishlist, helping fund vital hospital equipment and support services for patients and families in need.

13 Weeks, Countless Steps: Louie’s Rem...
After a devastating spinal injury, Louie Saa defied the odds to walk again. Read his inspiring journey of recovery, resilience, and family support.

Transforming persistent pain management ...
For one in five Australians, chronic pain is a daily struggle, creating physical and emotional barriers that feel insurmountable. The Sunshine Coast Persistent Pain Management Service (SCPPMS) is offering hope with innovative solutions to this widespread issue.

Where Are They Now? Kim's Story
Kim Power’s inspiring journey from paralysis to recovery after Guillain-Barré syndrome highlights the power of determination and the impact of community support.

ChIPS building hope, connection, and res...
The Chronic Illness Peer Support (ChIPS) program offers a vital lifeline, providing a space where these young individuals can find camaraderie, build resilience, and share their experiences with peers who truly understand.

Butler McDermott continues legacy of sup...
Butler McDermott Lawyers has a long and heartfelt history with Wishlist, one that continues to flourish with their renewed partnership.

Mark your calendars: Wishlist Giving Day...
Save the date for Thursday 27 March for Wishlist Giving Day. There are may ways you can get involved and make double the difference!

Wishlist Will Week Feb 10-16
Write your Will for FREE from February 10 - 16! We have partnered with Australia's leading online Will writing platform Safewill, to offer you the opportunity to write a bespoke Will for free during Wishlist's Will Week.

Adam's cancer journey and the importance...
Adam, diagnosed with Stage 4 advanced prostate cancer at 50, has courageously shared his journey to emphasise the importance of preparing for the future by making a Will. His story highlights the necessity of ensuring loved ones are protected, even in the most challenging times.

Wishlist Founding Supporter Aitken Legal
Wishlist is fortunate to have the unwavering support of generous partners who share our vision of improving healthcare for our community. One of our Life Partners is Aitken Legal, a workplace law specialist that works exclusively on behalf of employers.

Lake Currimundi Kawana Lions Club donate...
Lake Currimundi Kawana Lions Club donated over 150 emergency toiletry packs. A supply of the packs will be left at Wishlist Centre for guests, as well as going to the hospitals.