BRF offers small group programs for teens 14 to 18 years of age who live in Central Indiana and have been diagnosed with a mental or emotional health condition and who are physically capable of performing farm chores. These programs are not designed for youth with complex conditions requiring staff with special training.
BRF Small Group Programs Are Designed to:
Each 3-hour small group session includes instruction on common aspects of farm work, handling and raising livestock, growing flowers, fruits, and vegetables, and soft-skill development.
Small group programs may vary in schedule, content or format based on the host site, time of year, age of participants and location. The standard small group program includes six sessions lasting three hours each, held at various host sites on Saturday or weekday mornings.
The cost to participate in a BRF small group program is $300.00, paid in advance. A discount or a waiver of fees is available to applicants based on household income. Youth participants must have transportation to and from the host site.
For more information about Ben’s Ranch Foundation’s Small Group Program, contact us at [email protected] or complete an application.
PO Box 3952
Carmel, IN 46082