About Us
The Tri-Counties Chapter, which serves Ventura, Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo Counties began in 1985 and is headquartered in Ventura. We grant 65-80 wishes annually with a team of 100+ Volunteer Wish Granters.
Our Chapter
The Tri-Counties Chapter, which serves Ventura, Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo Counties was founded in 1985 by Linda and John Jensen and a team of local volunteers.
History
The Make-A-Wish Foundation® traces its beginning to one boy’s wish. In 1980, 7-year-old Christopher James Greicius was being treated for leukemia. Every day, he dreamed of becoming a police officer.
Thanks to the generosity of some caring individuals, Chris was sworn in as the first honorary DPS patrolman in state history. Thus, the Chris Greicius Make-A-Wish Memorial – which later became known as the Make-A-Wish Foundation – was born. Read more here…
Greatest Needs
- Cash Donations
- Santa Barbara County Wish Granting Volunteers
- Donated Airline Miles
- Donated Vehicles
