Testimonials

"Jason has lived in Austin his whole life . . . He has never visited Lake Travis, been on a boat, held a fishing rod, ridden a horse or touched a snake. Thanks to your invitation to Candlelight Ranch this is no longer true. Now, he has a picture of himself holding a snake longer than his own body. A picture of himself conquering a fear, a picture of empowerment."

Elliott Brown, Community Mentoring Network
Austin Area Interreligious Ministries

"The trips [at Candlelight Ranch] were educational and fun and exposed our at-risk students to opportunities and adventures they might normally not have . . . The kids all had such a wonderful time on the nature hike, the hayride and swimming in the lake."

The Voyager Staff
Logo Vista Independent School District

"Your organization and Ranch are doing wonderful things for kids that don’t often get the kinds of opportunities to really enjoy the outdoors like most kids.  I was very excited to see the cable ride that was constructed since we were last there. We hope to bring our team back out to the Ranch again sometime in early December or January.  If Katie can send me a few ideas about things we could help with we could start planning now.

John E. Stewart
Dell Global Commercial Support Services

"Offering your spacious property and all the specialties that come along with it, has been a wonderful gift to the children. From bonfires and marshmallow roasts to horses and hiking trails, you are helping children to heal and to look back on this time as a positive and supportive period."

Rosanna Garry, Chief Operating Officer
Austin Children's Shelter

"The Bereavement Retreat at Candlelight Ranch was outstanding. The families continue to talk about the much needed healing that took place in such a perfect environment . . . Most of our families are not able to afford a wonderful get-away for rest and relaxation. The attention you paid to our families was exemplary . . . Thank you for caring so much and for making a difference in the lives of those families."

Pam Bommoartio, LMSW, Family Social Worker
Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Foundation, Austin Area

"Thank you so much for allowing the Child Life Department to have a Team Building Session at Candlelight Ranch. It is truly a beautiful location, with wonderful views . . . It was so important to get away from the hospital and into a peaceful setting for a short respite . . . I look forward to seeing the camp continue to grow."

Dia Moore, Med, CCLS
Children's Hospital of Austin

"The day I spent at Candlelight Ranch is one of my favorite memories from the summer. You have made a sacred space out of your ranch and I am so grateful you are sharing your joy with others. You provided our youth with a memory they will have all of their lives."

Susan Wills, Executive Director
Austin Area Interreligious Ministries