From the Log Cabin Democrat

Renewal Ranch holds first anniversary gala

Posted: February 4, 2012 - 4:49pm

The Pillow Family, Dr. Larry Pillow, Greg and Sherri Pillow and children, Jenny Beth Pillow Walker and children. The Pillow Family made a special memorial presentation to Renewal Ranch in honor of Matthew Pillow at the Renewal Ranch First Year Anniversary Gala held Saturday, Jan. 28. SUBMITTED PHOTO

Renewal Ranch hosted its First Year Anniversary Gala on Saturday, Jan. 28, at Family Life Bible Church in Conway. 

The event was held in celebration of Renewal Ranch’s first year of operation. The faith based drug and alcohol rehabilitation program opened its doors on Jan. 30, 2011. Throughout Renewal Ranch’s first year, it is estimated that the program has dramatically made an impact on over 300 people while graduating 10 men from the six month intensive study program.

The evening began with a dinner prepared by Chef Don Bingham. The ceremony that followed honored the Ranch’s board of directors, leadership team, teachers, supporters, volunteers, current residents, graduates and their families. Various representatives from each of these groups spoke to the 125 special guests in attendance. One of the highlights of the night was the Arkansas Senate Citation recognizing Renewal Ranch’s achievements over the past year presented by Senator Jason Rapert.

Renewal Ranch is located just outside Conway, and is a 501c 3 non-profit organization. Through this program residents receive counseling, Bible study and opportunities to serve others through community work projects. They also receive the education, vocational training and life skills training they need to become productive, contributing members of their families and communities. For more information on Renewal Ranch, visit their website at http://therenewalranch.org.

First Year Anniversary Gala

Renewal Ranch hosted its First Year Anniversary Gala on Saturday, January 28, 2012 at Family Life Bible Church in Conway, Arkansas. 

The event was held in celebration of our first year of operation.  We are a faith based, drug and alcohol rehabilitation program who opened our doors on January 30, 2011.  

Throughout our first year, it is estimated that the program has dramatically impacted over 300 people while graduating ten men from the six month intensive program.

The evening began with a dinner prepared by chef Don Bingham. 

The ceremony following honored the Ranch's board of directors, leadership team, teachers, supporters, volunteers, current residents, graduates, and their families.  

Various representatives from these groups spoke to the one hundred twenty-five special guests in attendance.  

One of the highlights of the evening was the Arkansas Senate Citation recognizing Renewal Ranch's achievements over the past year presented by Senator Jason Rapert.

Renewal Ranch is located just outside of Conway, Arkansas, and is a 501c 3 non-profit organization.  

Through this program, residents receive counseling, Bible study, and opportunities to serve others through community work projects.  

They also receive the education, vocational training and life skills training needed to become productive, contributing members of their families and communities.  

For more information on Renewal Ranch, visit our website at http://therenewalranch.org.

Senator Jason Rapert presents Renewal Ranch Executive Director, James Loy, and Renewal Ranch Board of Directors Chairman, Dr. Larry Pillow, an Arkansas Senate Citation recognizing Renewal Ranch's achievements during its first year of operation.