THE ABILENE CAMPUS

SETTING UP FOR SUCCESS IN ABILENE

Ben Richey Boys Ranch is a private, non-profit basic child care facility. Ben Richey Boys Ranch provides clean, comfortable and safe homes for each boy at the Ranch. Through experienced guidance of house parents and staff, each boy will develop confidence while learning to take responsibility for his actions. Our goal is to provide each boy with the tools to become a productive, successful member of society once they have completed the program.

The Abilene campus is located on an 80-acre Ranch  with one home, one relief cottage, gym, pool, livestock pens, administrative center and more.

Ben Richey Boys Ranch also has a campus located near Albany, Texas. It is situated on 80 acres and consists of a two homes, a relief home, livestock pens and an agriculture barn/shop facility.

EDUCATION

The boys of Ben Richey Boys Ranch participate in their community through church, school, 4-H, FFA, and other activities. The boys attend social, church, and athletic events as a group. Boys attend public schools. This past school grading period the boys of Ben Richey Boys Ranch passed 95% of the classes they were enrolled in. Education is a priority at the Ranch, because it improves the boy’s chances of becoming responsible young men and someday great parents.

ACTIVITIES

Through the generosity of friends, tickets are donated so the boys can take part in a variety of activities, including the circus, the rodeo, and cultural events.
The Ranch also offers a variety of vocational training areas through the 4-H or FFA programs. The boys on the Abilene campus are also active participants in the horse program at Ben Richey Boys Ranch.

BOYS RANCH ADMISSION CRITERIA

Boys Ranch Admissions Criteria: Boys considered for admission include the following:

WE CANNOT ACCEPT

Boys Ranch Admissions Criteria: Boys who WILL NOT be considered for admission include the following: