Top-Rated Children’s Wish-Granting Charity

K’ai’s Dream Come True Presentation

K’ai, with level 3 severe autism, is presented with his dream come true at Urban Air Adventure Park. Read more…

Gabriel’s Dines and Laughs with Mickey

Gabriel, who has level 3 severe autism, loved meeting Chef Mickey. Read more…

Girl trying to remove the Sword in the Stone at Disney World

Avalynn’s Fairy Tale

Avalynn, with level 3 severe autism, enjoyed the magic of Disney. Read more…

Proud to be the Top-Rated Wish-Granting Organization in America by Charity Navigator and CharityWatch!

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About Us

Sunshine Foundation answers the dreams of children, ages three through eighteen, who have severe or profound physical/developmental/intellectual challenges or trauma from physical/sexual abuse, and whose families have limited income.

Special Dreams

Sunshine Foundation’s special dreams can be anything from a family trip, a shopping spree, or adaptive medical or therapeutic equipment!  Our dreamers have requested and received items such as above-ground swimming pools, outdoor play equipment, sensory rooms, and many other amazing dream items.

Magical Dreams

When asked the question, “If you could have one dream, what would it be?” the most common response from the children we serve is to visit the Central Florida theme parks. Our magical dreams may include visits to Legoland, Disney, SeaWorld, Universal, and more. Children get to meet their favorite characters, enjoy the rides, and take in all the amazing sights.

Dream Village

Sunshine Foundation has its own Dream Village in Davenport, FL, where families may stay while on a dream trip to Central Florida! The Dream Village features nine fairy tale-themed cottages plus accessible amenities, including a heated zero-entry swimming pool, a mini-golf course, and a playground!

Upcoming Events

Check out the latest events with Sunshine Foundation

See’s Candies

Order by Dec 5th – Purchase a sweet treat from See’s Candies for the holidays to help make a child’s dream come true.

Santa’s Magical Meet & Greet

December 6, 2025- Davenport, FL- Meet Santa at the Sunshine Foundation Dream Village! Join us on Saturday, December 6, 2025, from 9 AM to 12 PM for a magical morning of holiday cheer and capture a special photo with Santa himself!

Season of Sunshine

Help the Top-Rated Children’s Wish-Granting Charity kick off 50 Years of answering dreams through the Season of Sunshine!

How You Can Help

Sunshine Foundation has made over 41,900 dreams come true for children in need thanks to the generous support of our donors! Below are some ways to help Sunshine Foundation answer dreams for the children on our national waiting list.

  • Volunteering

  • Corporate Sponsors

  • Retail Partners

  • Workplace Campaigns

  • Matching Gifts Companies