Harnessing Healing: How Chores, Nature, and Animal Interactions are Transforming Teen Mental Health

In today’s fast-paced, digitally-driven world, instances of teen depression and anxiety are rising at an alarming rate. For many families, finding effective solutions for enhancing teen mental health and fostering a sense of purpose can feel like an uphill battle. Ben’s Ranch Foundation is offering a promising avenue through its unique blend of work-based programs set in the serene backdrop of farms and stables. At Canterbury Manor Stables, Anderson Vestel is a testament to the

Ben’s Ranch Assumes Management of Public Stable

Unique Partnership with Hamilton County Parks Will Expand Facility’s Impact on Community Nonprofit Ben’s Ranch Foundation (BRF) has assumed management and operation of a public trail riding stable located at Strawtown Koteewi Park in Noblesville. The modern facility is one of several amenities available to the public at the 750-acre park, which is owned by the Hamilton County Parks Department. Ben’s Ranch Foundation creates paid, part-time internships and small group programs on farms and at stables

Orvis Gives Back

Mark your calendar for Saturday, September 30th, for a fun event at the Orvis store at Clay Terrace! Ben’s Ranch will be there from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. in the parking lot behind the store serving coffee and donuts. You can also register for a drawing, see fly fishing demonstrations, and participate in fun activities. The best benefit to you is that every shopper who donates $10 to Ben’s Ranch gets a 10% discount

Lilly Endowment Gives Generous Grant to Ben’s Ranch

Lilly Endowment Inc. has awarded Ben’s Ranch Foundation a grant of $97,660 to help establish school-based programs, expand small group programming, and serve more Central Indiana teens struggling with their mental health. Ben’s Ranch Foundation’s work is being funded through Lilly Endowment’s initiative, Strengthening Youth Programs in Indiana. The aim of the competitive initiative is to help youth-serving organizations working throughout Indiana improve their abilities to promote the academic, physical and social well-being of young people,

Ben’s Ranch Foundation Launches Small Group Programs

Central Indiana nonprofit Ben’s Ranch Foundation is launching new Small Group Programs to reach additional teens struggling with mental health issues. The programs bring together 14-18-year-olds from Central Indiana who have been diagnosed with mental or emotional health conditions and are physically capable of performing farm chores. Ben’s Ranch Small Group Programs are designed to provide multiple benefits including: Improve the emotional and mental health of participants by exposing them to stimulating and engaging experiences,

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Harnessing Healing: How Chores, Nature, and Animal Interactions are Transforming Teen Mental Health

Ben’s Ranch Assumes Management of Public Stable

Orvis Gives Back

Lilly Endowment Gives Generous Grant to Ben’s Ranch

Ben’s Ranch Foundation Launches Small Group Programs

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