“It’s important because it’s part of the tribe’s values to give back to the community,” Alejandre said. “Me and my grandma would love to see the lions and all of the different big cats and reptiles,” Lily said when asked by Alejandre which animals she was most eager to work with.Īlejandre said the charity grants wishes to six kids every year and has raised a total of nearly $150,000 to go toward the Make-A-Wish Foundation during the event’s first three years. During the opening ceremony of the tournament, Lily was given a custom-made zookeeper uniform by Alejandre along with a paid-for visit to a zoo for her and her family so she could interact with the animals. This year, an 8-year-old girl by the name of Lily was granted her wish to be a zookeeper. Golfers get some driving practice in on Friday at The Links before the start of the Wish Upon a Par Tournament kicked off.

Rolling Hills Casino and the Paskenta Band of Nomlaki Indians kicked off Once Upon a Par Friday, the fourth annual charity golf tournament hosted by the organization, which raises funds for the Make-A-Wish Foundation. CORNING - Dozens of golfers lined up Friday to watch as Chairman of the Paskenta Band of Nomlaki Indians Dru Alejandre revealed a granted wish to a critically ill girl.

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