“A vision we give to others of who and what they could become has power when it echoes what the spirit has already spoken into their souls.”

Larry Crabb

At Impact Ranch we believe the Holy Spirit does, indeed, speak into the souls of teenage boys telling them who God created them to be. While the world sends a conflicting message about building personal kingdoms, we envision an increasing population of young men learning to build the kingdom of God as productive husbands, fathers and citizens.
 

“My vision is to see changed hearts before teen boys become at-risk.”
Ed Smith, Founder of Impact Ranch

Instead of pushing the envelope of authority, disrespecting parents and teachers, manipulating, lying and failing at school, we partner with parents to counsel and direct teen boys toward right living. As they begin to grasp the power of their God-given dreams and goals, young men often experience a profound awakening of desire to live a life of passion, purpose, respect and responsibility.

Our vision encompasses many facets including completion of multiple building projects that will allow us an opportunity to house, teach and minister to 100 teen boys each week. Once students leave the luxuries of life for the 120 acre wilderness of Impact Ranch, the door is open for us and the Lord to begin to renew their minds, redirect behavior and restore relationships, particularly with their fathers.

With generous support of many we look forward to continuing our life-changing work with teens while also making the Ranch available to corporations, churches, and other organizations for restful retreats and team building exercises.