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Embracing the Spirit of Adventure

  By Richard NedelkoffBoys Ranch President and CEO Greetings in the name of compassion, hope, and adventure! As we step into a new season of purpose and growth at Cal Farley’s Boys Ranch, I am delighted ...

Twice as Nice: Sisters Celebrate College Graduations Same Week

While making a new home at Cal Farley’s Boys Ranch wasn’t what a trio of sisters initially wanted, the activities and opportunities at the campus allowed them to work through their feelings and find  their strengths.  ...
Roy and CC during their time at Boys Ranch

Roy: A Fresh Course for His Life

In 1988, Roy was a scrawny kid with an adventurous spirit and nervous knees knocking together as he stepped onto Cal Farley’s Boys Ranch for the first time. His single mother struggled to feed her four ...
Sebastian was able to restart his life at Boys Ranch.

Sebastian: A Fresh Start

On the sidelines of a basketball game, Sebastian watches the play intently, keeping track of statistics for the coaches and being ready to share them at a moment’s notice. He loves being the manager for boys ...
sunset at the chapel at Boys Ranch

Sowing Seeds

The Parable of the Sower By Senior Chaplain Mike Wilhelm In spring, I’m sure many folks think of Jesus’ Parable of the Sower from Matthew 13. As you might recall, a man goes out to sow ...
Alexis and a goat

Alexis: Learning To Be Salt in the World

Alexis is bouncy, bubbly and cheerful. She looks to the bright side and talking with her is fun. With Alexis, everyday life turns into an adventure – like the time all of the girls in Lutz ...

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