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At Cal Farley’s Boys Ranch, children and their families have found the help they need to recover from past hurts. Learn more about the young people and their families who we’ve helped.
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May05
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 …
Feb08
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 …
Feb03
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 …
Feb02
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 …
Feb01
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 …
Jan30
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 …
