Ranch Hope Leadership

Administrative Leadership

David L. Bailey Jr., MS
Chief Executive Officer

As the 2nd generation Chief Executive Officer of Ranch Hope, Inc., Dave Bailey, Jr. leads a dynamic team of over 200 staff which includes licensed clinicians, educators, health care and management professionals, volunteers and support staff. A lifelong resident of Salem County Dave has served for over 30 years at Ranch Hope, the last 20 years as CEO.

Ranch Hope, Inc., is celebrating its 62nd anniversary of fostering environments that transform lives, empowered through Christ centered love and compassion. Ranch Hope provides trauma informed behavioral health and educational campus and community-based services to thousands of individuals each year. Ranch Hope, Inc., also manages Camp Edge where it provided summer camps, year-round team building opportunities, hosts the Salem County Reactors Mountain bike team and races. We look forward to seeing future ministries that address food insecurity and domestic violence become a reality.

Dave was elected to serve in the NJ General Assembly in 2023 and now is in his 2nd term where he represents the 3rd Legislative District. He serves on the Appropriations, Telecommunications & Utilities, and Tourism, Gaming & the Arts Committees.

Prior to his election, Dave served the local community as a former Chair and Board member for the NJ Alliance for Children, Youth & Families, Salem County Chamber of Commerce, and Salem Community College Foundation. Dave has been a member and Past President of the Rotary Club of Woodstown for over 20 years as well as being a member of the Catholic Community of the Holy Spirit Parish.

Dave received a Bachelor of Science degree from Penn State (University Park) and MS in Non-Profit Management from Eastern University, St. David’s, PA.

Dave and his wife, Julie (PSU ’90) are the proud parents of 3 young adults (Temple Grad, PSU Grad and Temple Student) they raised in Woodstown, NJ, where they reside today.

A Message from the CEO

Hello! Thank you for taking the time to visit our website and learn how Ranch Hope serves children and families throughout the State of New Jersey and Delaware Valley!

I am honored to represent the many houseparents, counselors, teachers, staff and volunteers of the Ranch Hope family as Executive Officer of the ministry, founded by my father and mother in 1964. Since that time, Ranch Hope has continued to be a shelter of hope - changing the lives of area children few will help and fewer will assist.

My father has always defined the word "hope" as - "an expectation of success!" Ranch Hope is a ministry that "expects" success in all that we strive to do. We are continually motivated by the values taught to us by our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. By mentoring His ways to the children entrusted to us, we believe every child can learn. We believe every child can grow, and we believe every child can suceed.

After reviewing this website, I ask that you consider becoming a member of the Ranch Hope "family", either professionally, as a volunteer or through your financial support. Each of these memberships is vital to sustaining this ministry. Thank you for your interest and I hope to speak with you soon.

In Him,
David L. Bailey, Jr.
Chief Executive Officer

View Ranch Hope’s Policies and Procedures in regards to the Sexual Abuse Safe Child Standards. These policies and procedures are the result of a comprehensive evaluation of Ranch Hope’s current programs and facility.

Any person having reasonable cause to believe that a child has been subjected to child abuse, neglect, or acts of child abuse must immediately report that to New Jersey Department of Children and Families (NJDCF).

Call: 609-888-7440