The Art of Wishes charity auction, founded in 2017 by Batia Ofer, is holding its fifth gala in October 2025 at the Chancery Rosewood in London. Artists Zadie Xa and Dominic Chambers have contributed works: Xa's 'Worlding (2025)' (estimate £30,000-£50,000) and Chambers' 'In Safe Keeping (2025)' (estimate £50,000-£70,000). Other consignments include pieces by Ron Arad and Deborah Azzopardi. The 22 works will be viewable at Phillips auction house in London from 9-12 October and online. The auction has raised over £13 million for Make-A-Wish UK since 2017, granting over 5,000 wishes to critically ill children.
This auction matters because it demonstrates the visual art world's sustained philanthropic power, channeling high-profile artist donations into life-changing experiences for children with critical illnesses. The involvement of Turner Prize-nominated Zadie Xa and other major figures, along with Phillips as lead auction partner, underscores how the art market can directly support social impact. The initiative's success—raising £2.7 million at its first gala and over £13 million total—highlights a model where art sales fund tangible, emotional benefits for families, as illustrated by wish recipients like Darshan and Poppy.