When You Wish Upon a Star Announces CEO Transition as Anita Cleugh Steps Down

Nottingham based UK charity, When You Wish Upon a Star announces that Anita Cleugh will be stepping down as Chief Executive Officer after three years of dedicated service to the charity.

Since joining When You Wish Upon a Star in 2022, Anita has played a pivotal role in advancing the charity’s mission, strengthening partnerships, and driving impactful initiatives. Under her leadership, the charity has navigated an increasingly challenging charity landscape, delivered magical experiences for Wish Children, and successfully led milestone events, including a flagship 30th-anniversary trip to Lapland for seriously ill children.

The Board of Trustees expresses its sincere gratitude to Anita for her unwavering commitment and leadership throughout her tenure. The recruitment process for a new CEO is already underway, ensuring a smooth transition for the organisation.

Trevor Mills, Chair of the Trustees, commented:

"Anita joined us at a difficult time, just as the pandemic was coming to an end. She has overseen many changes since then, making the charity stronger for the future. It has been a pleasure working with Anita and I thank her for all her achievements with When You Wish Upon a Star. We all wish her well for the future."

Anita Cleugh shared:

"It has been an absolute privilege to lead When You Wish Upon a Star and help deliver such precious moments to the most deserving Wish Children and their families. I look forward to seeing the charity continue to grow and make a difference for years to come."

When You Wish Upon a Star remains steadfast in its mission, with the Trustees committed to a seamless transition that strengthens the charity for the future, ensuring we continue granting magical Wishes to children with life-threatening and terminal illnesses.