Unfunded Need

The YBGR Activity Fund allows for off-campus outings throughout the year, from ski trips in the winter months to hiking the Beartooth Mountains or floating the Yellowstone River in the summer.  Although these outings are certainly fun for the kids, they are much more than simply an enjoyable outing.

Only boys and girls who are considered “high trust” are allowed to go on these trips.  Special off-campus outings are an earned privilege which give youth an incentive to commit to their treatment plan and work towards getting well. 

In addition, most kids served by YBGR’s programs are considered low income and have not had the opportunity to experience the myriad of recreational opportunities available in Montana.

Finally, physical activity and time in the great outdoors is also particularly beneficial for children dealing with mental health issues.

Consider a gift to support the Activities Fund and continue the tradition of special outdoor adventure for YBGR kids.  Call us for more information on how you can participate.

Yellowstone Academy (YA) is the fully accredited K-12 school located right on YBGR’s scenic campus.  All children in the residential treatment program attend school at YA.

In addition, youth in the Day School Program attend YA.  These are special needs students from the surrounding communities who need a higher level of support to succeed academically.

Over 90% of the children in the Day School Program are considered low income.

The donor-funded YA Backpack Program allows YA teachers and staff to identify students facing food insecurity and send home backpacks filled with nutritious, easy-to-prepare meals for children and their families.

Help us continue to help children and their families receive food assistance by making a donation today, or call us for more information on how you can participate.

Since the Ranch opened in 1957, kids in the residential therapy program have always been able to enjoy horseback riding, and in 2005, Equine Therapy was added.

YBGR uses the EAGALA therapy model to work directly with horses and children at the Ranch to provide healing and support to emotionally disturbed youth

EAGALA helps youth by using their own instincts to engage the horses in various activities and challenges.

YBGR continues to offer recreational riding to residential children which allows the children to experience the simple joy of riding a horse.  In addition, learning about basic care and maintenance of the animals is another skill youth can use even after leaving the Ranch.

The Equestrian Program and Equine Therapy are made possible by our generous donors, from purchasing horses when needed to caring for the horses health to ongoing training of staff.