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
Blaire is from California, and was so excited to meet Cowboy U Star, Judd Leffew. She ran to him and jumped into his arms and hugged him. A serious competitor in the World Champion Dummy Roping held annually at the … Continue reading
A Family’s 2008 Nashville PBR Wish WESTERN WISHES CELEBRATES FIGHTING SPIRIT OF FAMILY FACED WITH ADVERSITY Nashville, Tenn—Western Wishes, an award-winning charity established in 1994 is proud to reward the fighting spirit of a family that has not one, but … Continue reading
At six years old, South Dakotan, Jaycie, who comes from a strong rodeo heritage, had her Western Wish at the 2007 Cheyenne Frontier Days. Not only did Jaycie attend the rodeo and hang out with the cowboys, she also was … Continue reading
Six-year old Morgan F. is the quintessential wish kid with an indomitable spirit. She was originally nominated as a Western Wish recipient by the late PRCA World Champion Bull Rider Lane Frost’s parents, Clyde and Elsie Frost. Born and raised … Continue reading
Jackson B.’s WNFR 2005 Wish! Photos & Text By David G. Brown Jackson B. is a 9 year-old, Idaho cowboy who had a powerful dream to attend the 2005 Wrangler National Finals Rodeo in Las Vegas, Nevada, in spite of … Continue reading