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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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Dec02
Jayden’s Journey Includes Friendship and Growth
Three years ago, Jayden moved to Boys Ranch from Del Rio, Texas. Since then, he has embraced new friendships, discovered activities that bring him joy, and grown into a confident young man. “My friend Elijah is ...
Oct29
Cowpokes, Culture and Christ-Centered Community
Cowpokes, Culture and Christ-Centered Community Where has local culture gone? Regional architecture and quaint mom-and-pop establishments have been replaced by strip malls and franchise restaurants. Local dialects and customs likewise disappear as commercial television and ...
Oct22
Couple Sees ‘God’s Love’ While Visiting Boys Ranch
Couple Sees “God’s Love” While Visiting Boys Ranch While attending the Working Ranch Cowboy Association (WRCA) Rodeo in Amarillo, Jeff and Liz Spooner decided to venture 47 miles northwest to visit Cal Farley’s Boys Ranch. ...
Oct15
Foundation of Faith, Encouragement Ignites Passion
Foundation of Faith, Encouragement Ignites Passion Standing on home plate at Hodgetown Stadium in Downtown Amarillo, Texas, overlooking a crowd of 7,000 spectators, the anticipation is high. The sweltering July 3 sun didn’t keep the ...
Oct07
Faces of Rodeo: Conner
From Roping to Resilience: Conner’s Journey at Boys Ranch Rodeo Conner got his first taste of the Boys Ranch rodeo last year when he tried his hand in roping. He had been at Boys Ranch ...
Oct05
Faces of Rodeo: Faithlynn & Nevaeh
Sisters in the Saddle: Faithlynn and Nevaeh Ride Together at the 80th Annual Boys Ranch Rodeo Having lived at Cal Farley’s Boys Ranch for the past six years, Faithlynn, 16, and Nevaeh, 15, have developed ...
