HORSES on the Ranch benefits from St. Charles grants

St. Charles Health System recently announced the recipients of a variety of Community Benefit grants, awarding more than $190,000 to 35 local organizations in Central Oregon.

HORSES on the Ranch was one of the organization selected and it will use the funding to engage diverse youth populations with therapeutic experiences on the ranch in Crook County.

The grants were awarded to provide basic needs, to support local diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives to sponsor local events and as part of St. Charles’ Priority Grant to increase a sense

“Our Community Benefit team is thrilled to provide funding for these organizations to create opportunities for welcoming and belonging in Central Oregon,” said Carlos Salcedo, Community Benefit manager for St. Charles. “Our hope is that through these ongoing partnerships, we will see more Central Oregonians feel connected to their communities and reduce isolation and loneliness.”