What is Second Chance Youth Ranch?

Second Chance Youth Ranch is located on 300 acres in central Arkansas and opened to receive children in 2005.  It is a 501 (C) 3 Public Benefit Charity and all gifts are tax deductible.

Frequently Asked Questions

Answered By Founder Perry Black

Where Does Your Funding Come From?

As with most charitable organizations, Second Chance Youth Ranch get it’s funding from private and corporate sponsors.  We also receive remuneration for some of the care and therapeutic services provided through Medicare and contractual agreements.  We have also received grants from foundations for physical improvements to our programs.

Who Goes to Second Chance Youth Ranch?

There are currently 27 young people, 10-18 years of age at Second Chance Youth Ranch.  The vast majority of our students come to the ranch via court order and DHS Child Protection Division.  Most of our young people have been subjected to abuse or neglect, and need therapeutic care and a stable living environment.

How can I get involved?

There are many opportunities to serve at Second Chance Youth Ranch from mentoring a young person to using your trade skill as a carpenter, painter, etc.  Groups are welcome to do community projects at Second Chance Youth Ranch.

How can I give to Second Chance Youth Ranch?

As a 501 (C) 3 Public Benefit Charity all gifts to Second Chance Youth Ranch are tax deductible.  Second Chance Youth Ranch is a debt-free organization, thereby, maximizing our ability to use your resources to provide the best care available to the young people in our care.  You can give right here on this site or more traditionally by check, cash or bank draft.  Please contact us at (501)594-5200 for assistance.

Can I Get A Tour?

Visit us online at www.2cyr.org or call (501)594-5200 for an appointment and a tour schedule.

How Long Do Youth Stay At Second Chance Ranch?

Young people can stay as long as needed until the age of 18.  Those desiring to go to college or Technical School can remain under our supervision until the age of 23.  We currently have a young lady celebrating her 5 year anniversary.

What are the short term and long term goals of Second Chance Youth Ranch?

Our short term goal is to build a new bunkhouse every 12-18 months.  Long term we are endeavoring to develop an off-site “Transitional Living Center” for those leaving Second Chance Youth Ranch at the age of 18 years old and need to transition into the community but need some assistance in getting established in their career.  It is also our desire to have a home for teen girls who are pregnant and need help in having their baby and perhaps placing the child in a loving home.

Are there Employment opportunities?

Yes, we are always looking for qualified and dedicated staff that want to work with young people and want to be involved in an organization giving them an opportunity to succeed.