Causes: Autism, Developmentally Disabled Centers, Disabilities, Epilepsy, Group Homes, Health, Human Services

Mission: Golden Heart Ranch® is dedicated to providing young adults with special needs the opportunity to reach their fullest potential and enjoy a dignified quality of life, by creating and building a “life-center” residential community where they can live, learn, work and create solid friendships in a harmonious and caring environment that is emotionally and physically safe.

Results: In five short years Golden Heart Ranch has become an organization instrumental in providing services, events, camps, sports and fun to a wide range of individuals with special needs. We are proud to say we are embracing the next phase of growth. . . GHR has purchased the beautiful property that many young adults with special needs will call home. The property will also host vocational training, camps, day programs and a variety of events.

Target demographics: teens and young adults with special needs

Direct beneficiaries per year: numerous teens and young adults with special needs and their families

Geographic areas served: South Bay/Los Angeles County/San Fernando Valley

Programs: Life Skills and Social Skills Classes; Cooking, Yoga, Track & Fitness, Art, Supper Club, Summer Camp and Camp Coyote Ridge overnight camp.