Former Arkansas Gov. Mike Beebe will be on hand Monday to celebrate the groundbreaking for Beebe Hall — the Arkansas Sheriffs’ Youth Ranches’ (ASYR) new home named in his honor.
The event, held by the Batesville Area Chamber of Commerce, is scheduled to begin at 2 p.m. at the Youth Ranches, 100 Saint Vincent Place, just west of Batesville, near Bethesda.
Beebe is being recognized for nearly 30 years of service as a volunteer and advocate for the organization.
“The Ranch has been a force for good in the lives of Arkansas children for nearly 50 years,” said Beebe. “Many children have come from homes broken by abuse and neglect, and the Ranch gives them an opportunity to thrive in a safe and stable home with houseparents who treat them like family. I am honored to be a part of creating a new home where many more children will find a place to call home in the years to come.”
“We are thrilled that so many have generously supported the Ranch to help us build a new home,” said Ray Dillon, president of the ASYR Board of Trustees. “Since we don’t charge families anything for our services, and we are 100% privately funded, we would not have been able to undertake a million-dollar project like this without the generosity of our friends throughout the state and the diligent work of the volunteers on our committee who raised funds for this new home.”
Arkansas Sheriffs’ Youth Ranches has a long history of caring for children. Founded by the Sheriffs of Arkansas in 1976, ASYR provides hope and healing for children who, through no fault of their own, need a place to call home. ASYR’s mission is to address, remedy, and prevent child abuse and neglect by creating safe, healthy homes for children.
“It has been my privilege to lead the Ranch for the last decade,” said Nancy Fulton, ASYR CEO. “Throughout these years, I have seen countless children whose lives have been transformed simply by having a safe, loving, and nurturing place to call home. Our staff and houseparents are dedicated to providing the best life possible for the children who come to live with us. We are so grateful to be able to build a new home where many more children can build a brighter future for themselves.”
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