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Bamberger Ranch Preserve
2341 Blue Ridge Dr.
Johnson City, TX 78636
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For much of its early history, the focus of ranch operations was restoring the damaged land. Millions of dollars were poured into active land management, acquiring additional acreage, and buying equipment. Decisions about repairing roads, constructing fences, and renovating buildings were governed by what was best suited to the land and tempered by solid business experience. Today the ranch produces income through livestock operations supplemented by hunting leases. If the ranch were simply a commercial enterprise, staff could make ends meet.
But the Bamberger Ranch is a teaching preserve. It supports its educational programs through the use of volunteers, fees from landowners who request individual consultation, workshop fees, grants, and donations. In consideration of its mission, the ranch keeps fees affordable for everyone and often seeks grants to cover field trip expenses for low-income schools.
The impact of nature activities on visitors is profound. Experiencing the ranch firsthand leaves visitors with a vision of harmony with the land. They realize that at its essence, the Bamberger Ranch tells a story of hope: Given the chance, Nature can heal itself. Nature can heal us.
But educational programs have always cost more than the fees they bring in. In the past, shortfalls have come out of the pocket of ranch founder, J. David Bamberger. But he won’t be around forever, and his pocket is no longer as deep as it once was.
Not wanting to see this award-winning nature preserve developed or fragmented after he was gone, the only choice was to create a 501(c)3 foundation and invite public support. The goal is to fund a $10 million endowment and use the earned interest to cover shortfalls. Half of that goal has already been pledged through Mr. Bamberger’s estate.
Passion alone is not sufficient for any worthy cause. The reality is that financial support is critical. All donations are tax-deductible up to the fullest extent of the law. If you would like to help us fund a school group or help us with our bigger endowment task and need more information, please do not hesitate to contact us by phone, 830-868-2630 or by email. Thank you.
