Boulder’s Yellowstone Boys and Girls Ranch (YBGR) has broken ground on a new $1.8 million building, aiming to complete the new group home by late 2026.
After building its first new group home two years ago, the organization’s new eight-bed facility will replace beds lost during the COVID-19 pandemic.
“We expect construction to be completed toward the end of the year, with the home becoming operational shortly afterward,” said YBGR CEO Michael Chavers, adding that the organization is still deciding whether the new space will house boys or girls.
In preparation for its opening, YBGR is looking to hire several positions, including home manager, therapist, and mental health workers.
Construction is being funded by a $525,000 Community Development Block grant, a $750,000 Behavioral Health Services for Future Generations grant, via House Bill 872, and $570,000 from donors, including $75,000 from the Wall Family-Power Townsend Foundation, says Chavers.
Founded in 1957, YBGR seeks to provide behavioral health services for emotionally disturbed youth and families struggling with trauma, abuse, and neglect.
