As part of the company’s mission to Give As You Go™, on Aug. 9, Hayden Homes and Simplicity by Hayden Homes volunteers from Southern Washington came together to build trails for a sensory garden, provide maintenance at the archery range and give a gift of $10,000 for The Ranch—a special place for veterans and their loved ones to heal near Prosser operated by Friends of Disabled Veterans.

The Ranch is a 140-acre property where veterans can enjoy the outdoors with their families, and rebuild relationships with their loved ones as they transition back to civilian life.

Today The Ranch includes an archery range and restrooms, with a future vision of a lodge, playground and other facilities to support hunting, gardening and horse riding. A capital campaign is underway now to raise $250,000 to complete the lodge, plus another $20,000 for an adjacent parking lot. Learn more at the Friends of Disabled Veterans website.

About Hayden Homes

Established in Redmond, Oregon in 1989, Hayden Homes has provided over 25,000 new homes to price-conscious, value-driven homebuyers in underserved, secondary markets throughout Washington, Oregon, Idaho and Montana. Hayden Homes continues to be the largest privately-owned new home builder in the Northwest. Hayden Homes exists to Give As You Go™, so together we build a strong community, and lead fulfilled lives. Hayden Homes has contributed $6.3 billion to local economies and has created more than 99,000 jobs since the company’s inception. Hayden Homes supports philanthropic efforts in the communities in which they build and have contributed more than $70 million in charitable donations with the flagship of their giving through the 501(c)(3) nonprofit, First Story. To date, First Story has provided 118 families throughout the Pacific Northwest with an affordable home and a first step toward financial freedom. The Hayden Homes brand family of companies includes Simplicity by Hayden Homes, Wise Size Homes and Hayden Homes, all providing an unparalleled selection of opportunities for those looking to purchase a new home.

About Friends of Disabled Veterans

Friends of Disabled Veterans supports all veterans by offering a place where they can enjoy indoor activities and outdoor adventures with their family and friends. This is an environment of support, appreciation and respect. The goal is to help veterans feel completely accepted and included in a fun, relaxing environment. Friends of Disabled Veterans have acquired significant acreage to allow us to fulfill our dream of building The Ranch, a place for veterans and their families to enjoy the outdoors and rebuild relationships with the ones they love. The Ranch is being built in stages and is currently available for archery and outdoor gatherings. Once complete, veterans will also have access to a stunning lodge, memorial garden, a traditional archery range, and a children’s playground. Activities will include hunting, horseback riding, indoor/outdoor gatherings, gardening, and archery. All facilities and activities will be designed specifically for ADA compliance. The Ranch also includes plans to provide support services such as counseling, budget planning, and horse therapy. All programs and services will be offered at no cost to the veteran or their family.