A woman who has lost her hair to breast cancer treatment enjoying a Willow Special Day in London with her partner and their two young children.



Helping seriously ill young adults to make precious memories

For more than 25 years, Willow has helped make wishes come true for seriously ill young adults and their loved ones by creating bespoke Special Days and Special Treats tailored to their individual needs.

We provide fun-packed family days out, quiet weekends away from it all, to a chance to meet heroes or fulfill a lifelong dream. Each experience is unique and creates precious memories that last a lifetime.

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Willow stories

Every Willow story is unique, but each is an opportunity to take time out from the reality of serious illness, and treasure the moment.

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Make precious memories

If you are aged 16 to 40 and have been diagnosed with a life-threatening or life-limiting illness, we are here.

We are only able to accept applications from medical professionals, so please speak to a member of your medical team to arrange.

Win with the Willow Lottery!

For only £1 a week, you could make a real and positive difference to those most in need. 

Willow 10K

Join us on Sunday 12 October 2025 for Willow’s annual 10K at Hatfield House, Hertfordshire. Take on the 10K, 5K or 1.8km Family Fun Run through the stunning grounds, all while helping to create Special Days for seriously ill young adults.

Join us as a volunteer

Help us to provide more Special Days to young adults with serious illnesses by joining our fab team of volunteers.

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Find out how you can support more seriously ill young adults through donating, fundraising, sharing, advocating and volunteering.

Together we can create a world where every seriously ill 16-40 year old can have the opportunity to spend quality time with friends and family and have a break from their illness.

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