Below are some of our lasting memories…
Western Wishes would like to send a big THANK YOU to Stran Smith for always having a heart for Western Wishes. In his blog, Stran speaks of his commitment to Western Wishes, “I always feel like I am the one that … Continue reading
Tuf Cooper was born to rope calves. But the five-time NFR qualifier and world champion tie-down roper has a soft side too. Recently at The American, Tuf Cooper sat down with our normally quite bashful wish kid, ShyAnn and got … Continue reading
Please keep Emily in your prayers/thoughts as she undergoes brain surgery at MD Anderson. Emily, 17, got a standing ovation at the 2014 NCHA Futurity when she showed a cutting horse for the first time. After being diagnosed with brain … Continue reading
Chancey Miller is the quintessential example of what a fighting spirit truly is! On February 10, 2011, Chancey was in a single-vehicle rollover near Stillwater, OK; suffering a C3-C4 injury. Originally, her family was told that she would be completely … Continue reading
On June 29, 2010, when Tallen was only 5 years old, he was severely injured when a horse he was leading for his father, spooked and drug Tallen approximately 20 yards. Tallen was airlifted to University Medical Center in Tucson, … Continue reading
Since 1994, this award-winning program has had the pleasure of turning dreams into lasting memories for these inspiring kids. The common thread we find with most Western Wishes kids is that they possess a fierce competitive spirit. Focusing on their … Continue reading
Matthew P. is a bull rider, team roper, calf roper, and an all around Cowboy. As far back as his mother can remember Matt has always wanted to ride bulls. As a mom she was hoping that he would just … Continue reading
People who enjoy the Western way of life often talk about heart. Great horses, bulls, cowboys and cowgirls are described as having a lot of heart. It’s hard to sum up in words exactly what that means, but for Garrett … Continue reading
When You Wish Upon a Star meets How the West Was Won Tacey R. dreamed of attending the National Finals Rodeo and the Miss Rodeo America Pageant in Las Vegas. With the help of Western Wishes, Wrangler, the Miss Rodeo … Continue reading
At first glance, Rachael had all the makings of a typical teenager, and a busy one at that. When she was only 15, she was a fierce competitor, taking on all six girl’s events at the monthly high school rodeos. … Continue reading