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Sarah stands near a tree.

Sarah: Learning Patience and Compassion

Out beyond the stands at the rodeo arena, a teenager rides a horse in a circle as she prepares for the goat tying event at the rodeo. Inside the arena, more than 1,000 people are cheering …

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Nathan in firefighting gear

Nathan: The Road to Adulthood

Nathan Hopes to Help Others as He Was Once Helped As a child, Nathan was rescued from Hurricane Harvey. Now, the senior hopes to become the kind of person who rescues others who need it. He …

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A brick wall has the letters BR picked out in red brick

Prayerful Charity

Denese Holland Finds Faithful Stewardship in Her Donations  Denese Holland comes from a long line of Boys Ranch donors. “My uncle, my father and my mom gave to Boys Ranch,” Denese said. “I always knew that …

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Siblings Grant and David

Brotherly Love

Sibling Groups Stay Together and Thrive Together  David is 37 minutes older than his brother, Grant. “But I’m taller,” Grant said. “I’m 6-4, and David is 6-3.” As twins, Grant and David are always looking for …

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Keaira

Ready to Take on Life’s Challenges

After years at Boys Ranch, Keaira feels prepared for life and adulthood Keaira is strong, confident and poised. Her gaze is clear, while her mind is keen and logical. After six years at Boys Ranch, the …

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A brick wall has the letters BR picked out in red brick

A Compassionate Vision

By Boys Ranch President and CEO Richard Nedelkoff Nearly 83 years ago, a compassionate man had a vision to provide residential services for young boys that needed year around community support and mentorship. This vision grew …

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