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Your generosity fuels hope. The Wish Big Foundation connects compassionate donors with real individuals and families facing serious medical challenges. In this FAQ, we cover how donations are used, how to contribute securely, tax-deductibility, and how we ensure transparency and impact. Whether you're giving once or multiple times, your support makes a direct and meaningful difference.

The Hidden Burden of Medical Debt in the United States

The Hidden Burden of Medical Debt in the United States

Medical debt in the U.S. is a growing crisis. Learn its impact on families, healthcare, and recovery, and how WishBig Foundation works to ease the financial strain.

What to Know About Out-of-Pocket Costs Before Starting Treatment

What to Know About Out-of-Pocket Costs Before Starting Treatment

Out-of-pocket costs can stop patients from starting care. Discover what these costs include, how they affect families, and the support options that can ease the burden.

Why the Cost of Treatment Should Not Decide Who Gets Care

Why the Cost of Treatment Should Not Decide Who Gets Care

The cost of treatment should never decide who gets care. Discover how financial barriers affect patients and families, and how WishBig helps create hope, dignity, and access to care.

Hidden Healthcare Costs: What Most People Don’t See Coming

Hidden Healthcare Costs: What Most People Don’t See Coming

It's not just surgery—patients and families often face surprise costs like post-op care, home equipment, and out-of-network fees. Here's what you need to know before it adds up.

Medical Bills and Bankruptcy: Why the U.S. Healthcare System Is Failing Families

Medical Bills and Bankruptcy: Why the U.S. Healthcare System Is Failing Families

Medical bills are the leading cause of bankruptcy in the U.S. Learn why families struggle with debt, how it affects recovery, and what support options can help ease the burden.

Understanding the Cost of Life-Saving Medical Treatment Before It Begins

Understanding the Cost of Life-Saving Medical Treatment Before It Begins

Before treatment even begins, many patients face thousands in upfront medical costs—delaying care and adding stress. Understanding these hidden expenses is key to navigating life-saving treatment.

The High Cost of Critical Care in the USA: What Patients and Families Should Know

The High Cost of Critical Care in the USA: What Patients and Families Should Know

Critical care saves lives—but at a steep cost. ICU stays in the U.S. can exceed $31K, leaving families overwhelmed by hidden fees, long-term bills, and emotional stress. Here's what you should know.

Hospice Care: Understanding Its Role in End-of-Life Support

Hospice Care: Understanding Its Role in End-of-Life Support

Hospice care focuses on dignity, comfort, and support during life’s final chapter. Learn how it works, why it matters, and how donors help make compassionate care possible.