“The whole purpose of the On River Time trip is to create an environment that offers the opportunity to speak life into children who for so long received the opposite.”
— Brodie Croyle, Big Oak Ranch
“I’ve never felt a mother’s love like that.”
It’s been said that in life, joy and sorrow coexist. As we conclude our two weeks of camps for kids living in group children's homes we are in that tension. Our hearts have been broken and yet they are full…
First Impressions Matter
Do you remember your very first job interview? How nervous you were?
We’ve been working to make sure the kids we serve have every opportunity for success in life…
Every Child Needs a Champion
Spring is, by its very nature, filled with hope. What was once dead and dormant springs forth with new life. This metaphor not only applies to the new blooms emerging on the trees, but also to our weary souls as we eagerly await life’s return to normal after a year-long pandemic.
Vision Casting - Looking to a Bright Future
Our annual board meeting was held recently, virtually. We were excited to share with our board members a recap of 2020 and all of the ways On River Time experienced growth in spite of a year of hardship.
Hope is Always What You Do
“Hope is always what you do”. This quote sums up 2020 for so many of us. In spite of the difficulties and uncertainties of this year, we press forward with hope.