Causes: Environment, Natural Resources Conservation & Protection

Mission: The Empire Ranch Foundation (ERF) is a non-profit volunteer organization that was established in 1997.Acting in cooperation with the Bureau of Land Management (BLM), the purpose of the Foundation is to protect, restore and sustain the Empire Ranch historical buildings and landscape as an outstanding western heritage and education center.

Target demographics: Adults, children, youth enrichment

Direct beneficiaries per year: 3,000

Geographic areas served: Sonoita, Arizona

Programs: The annual ranch round up is held in the fall. The event brings in visitors and volunteers from all walks of life. The day has many exhibits and arena events which highlight ranch life. Local authors are given a venue to promote books which showcase the western ranching heritage of the south west. Other events, tours of the ranch, western movie showings and the ranch spring trail ride also educate the public as to our western heritage.