Eagle Ranch

In 2023, we saw a 60% increase in calls for help—750 in total—each representing a family in crisis.

This rise in need has driven us to innovate and expand our services more than ever before. Our growth includes not only enhancing our core residential program but also introducing new services to address immediate needs and prevent emerging crises.

Thanks to the unwavering support of our donors and our dedication to stewardship, we proudly continue our mission as a debt-free organization. Your generosity helps us serve and uplift the families and children who rely on us.

Huge thanks to StartCHURCH for serving on our campus this month! 🙌

They prepped the school for returning kids, refreshed the landscaping at the Mercy home for Tom and Lisa and tackled various outdoor projects!

Support Eagle Ranch and transform lives! Your donations provide essential care, counseling, and education to children and families in need.

From one-time gifts to planned giving, every contribution makes a difference. Together, we can offer hope and healing to our community.

Discover the many ways you can give and be a part of our mission today: https://www.eagleranch.org/give

Dive deep into the profound effects that video games, social media and smartphones have on our youth at this CEU training. This event is designed for frontline professionals, including LPCs, LMFTs, LCSWs, and more.

This workshop will examine how digital media influences youth behavior and society and allow you to gain a deeper understanding of the risk factors and outcomes associated with screen addiction. Additionally, you will learn practical methods to prevent and address screen addiction.

Don’t miss this opportunity to contribute to healthier digital habits in youth.

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Today is the first day of school for students at Eagle Ranch!

We invite you to join us in prayer - for our students on their first day back, for our teachers and administrators as they invest in the children, and for our families who might be feeling anxious sending their student back to school.

Here's to a wonderful 2024-2025 school year!

Join the Eagle Ranch team and make a lasting impact! We offer rewarding careers in a supportive, mission-driven community. Explore opportunities to help transform lives and be part of something truly meaningful.

For more details, click here: https://bit.ly/3OolIwK

Are you curious about the impact of screens on your child? Join us on September 27 for the Kids’ Brains & Screens: Preventing & Reversing Childhood Digital Addiction CEU Training Event.

Led by Melanie Hempe, BSN, this workshop will explore the latest research on screen addiction and provide actionable strategies to help youth. Take the first step towards reclaiming healthy screen habits and register now: https://bit.ly/3LChL5Q

Every summer, our boys and girls participate in Horse Camp.

Led by our Equine team, children in our programs get hands-on experience working with horses. This fun and educational camp helps kids face fears, tackle new challenges and enjoy being around the barn. It's an eagerly awaited time when boys and girls can bond with peers and learn more about these incredible animals.

At Eagle Ranch, Group Development is an intentional time for creative team-building activities for our kids. Through these engaging exercises, they learn and practice essential skills such as clear communication, responsibility, and building relationships with their peers.

Group Development is a time of growth and challenge, and we love seeing our kids embrace these opportunities and practice these important life skills.

At Eagle Ranch, 100% of families receive scholarships and financial assistance, ensuring every child can benefit from our programs.

With a focus on long-term impact, we carefully steward each donation, remaining debt-free and financially independent thanks to generous community support. Recognized among the nation's top charities by Charity Navigator and accredited by the Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability, Eagle Ranch is committed to making a lasting difference in the lives of children and families for generations to come.

For more information: https://bit.ly/4eRHHaM

Discover the importance of intentional connection in your marriage with insights from Eagle Ranch. Learn how to prioritize emotional intimacy and avoid common traps that can distance partners. Make time for heart-to-heart conversations, fun, and intimacy by planning and prioritizing your relationship.

Counseling is available at the Wings Center for overcoming obstacles and strengthening your bond: https://thewingscenter.org/

Summer days are all about fun, connection, and community at Eagle Ranch. Every day, kids and staff come together at our pavilion for Canteen. It’s more than just a snack break - Canteen is a time for sharing stories, building relationships and connecting with each other. These are the types of special moments that make summer at Eagle Ranch so incredible!

Does the thought of a new school year make you nervous?

If school with your son or daughter has been characterized by academic struggles or behavioral conflicts, the Day Program at Eagle Ranch School may be right for you.

Eagle Ranch School is a private, SACS-accredited school, admitting students entering grades 4-9.

Approach | Eagle Ranch Children thrive when families work together. Eagle Ranch works with parents and children to address 5 core areas we believe help individuals and families live a connected, thriving and supported life.

At Eagle Ranch, we strive to lift the burdens from our children's shoulders, allowing them to experience the carefree joy of childhood.

Once overwhelmed by bullying and school stress, Grayson found a transformative safe haven in our day school program. With small class sizes, attentive teachers and supportive counselors, Grayson now thrives academically and emotionally. Our holistic approach, including family counseling and engaging activities, helps children like Grayson rediscover hope and God's promises for a brighter future.

Read Grayson's full story: https://bit.ly/4eRHHaM

Our desire is to see every child and family member take a step closer to Jesus while they are here at Eagle Ranch.

Each week the Eagle Ranch community gathers for DARE Night, where we connect, have fun and dig into scriptural teaching together.

Comment and share a word of encouragement to all those involved!

Are you passionate about making a positive impact on young lives? Eagle Ranch is seeking dedicated individuals to join our community. Whether you're experienced in childcare, education, or counseling, we have opportunities that align with your aspirations and skills.

Explore our current job openings: https://bit.ly/3OolIwK

Make a lasting impact with the Eagle Ranch Honor and Memorial Gift Program. Whether celebrating milestones, remembering loved ones or marking special occasions, our program offers a meaningful way to honor them. Each gift supports families in need directly, while an acknowledgment card is sent to your chosen recipient.

Get yours today: https://bit.ly/3zBGPa4

You knew Eagle Ranch worked with kids and families, but did you know that The Wings Center offers outpatient counseling to individuals and families, as well as opportunities for spiritual retreats?

Learn more about what The Wings Center offers: https://thewingscenter.org/

In 2023, Eagle Ranch responded to over 750 calls from struggling families and individuals, guiding them to resources at the Ranch, the Wings Center and within our community.

For more information about our program: https://www.eagleranch.org/

The Hall County Quilt Guild has been handmaking unique quilts for each child entering the Eagle Ranch residential program for years!

The group recently celebrated their annual picnic at the Ranch, welcomed by our Executive Director, John Shackelford, who shared exciting updates on our program. To top off the day, the Hall County Quilt Guild donated a new batch of 50 quilts for our campus!

Thank you for your continued kindness to our community.

Partnering with local school systems is another way Eagle Ranch seeks to impact the community and provide resources for families. We recently hosted the Hall County Government District Principal Workshop on our campus, welcoming nearly 100 administrators from our nearby school clusters.

Thank you, teachers and administrators, for all that you do for our students!

Community Champion and long-time friend Kubota Engine America blessed the Ranch recently with a gift from the proceeds of their annual supplier golf tournament. The love and care this organization pours into our local community is incredible. Thank you Kubota Manufacturing for being such a great friend to our children, families, and mission!

(Pictured: members of Kubota’s leadership team with Executive Director John Shackelford and Director of Development, Kelly Brewer.)

Happening now ⛵️⚓️🛶

Group Development today is the Cardboard Regatta! Teams were given cardboard and a kit of supplies to incorporate into their boat.

They’ll race around the dock to see whose boat is the winner later this afternoon!

Many families call Eagle Ranch seeking help.

Since late 2023, we've held over 100 family support counseling sessions, providing initial support and bridging to long-term solutions.

For more information about our family support counseling, head to the link below. https://www.eagleranch.org/get-help

Happy Father’s Day to all the incredible dads out there! Your dedication, strength, and love shape the future for your children in countless ways.

Today, we honor and celebrate the role you play in your families. Thank you for being a source of guidance, support, and unconditional love.