Ben’s Ranch Foundation Small Group Programs

Registration NOW OPEN for the following dates:

  • Apr 5 thru May 10 – Six Saturdays from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM

*Future dates below

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Program Details 

  • Sessions: Six weekend sessions, each lasting three hours, at various host sites. 
  • Focus Areas: Farm work basics, livestock handling, communication, teamwork, and problem-solving. 
  • Cost: $300.00* 

*Financial Assistance 

We offer a sliding scale discount up to a full waiver based on household size and income. To inquire about eligibility for a discount/waiver, email us at programs@bensranch.org. 

2025 Dates:

  • Feb 1 thru Mar 8 – Six Saturdays from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM  – 
  • Apr 5 through May 10 – Six Saturdays from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM  – Registration  NOW  OPEN
  • May 31 through July 12 – Six Saturdays (skipping 7/5) from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM  –
  • Aug 9 through Sept 20 – Six Saturdays (skipping 8/30) from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM  –
  • Oct 18 through Nov 22 – Six Saturdays  from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM  –

Eligibility Criteria for BRF Small Group Programs 

  • Age 13-18
  • Experience with mental or emotional health challenges
  • Physically able to perform heavy lifting and manual labor
  • Stable, with no inpatient care or suicide attempts in the past 60 days
  • BRF Programs are not suitable for those with complex disorders requiring specialized supervision
  • No evidence of active addiction; if substance abuse has been an issue, teens must be sober and in recovery
“I think E. learned a lot about himself during his small group program. He is learning the benefits of giving and receiving respect and I’m proud that he committed himself to this program and gave it his all. We may have found a life long love and I look forward to see where E. can go with it.”
 
– C.K., Parent of a former BRF Small Group Participant
1-877-66-FARMS
Email:

info@bensranch.org

Address:

PO Box 3952

Carmel, IN 46082

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