Building Skills

Transforming Lives

Our Mission

Rancho Cielo invests in all young people facing challenges for success through diploma education, vocational training, counseling and life skills development in a safe and affirming environment.



Our Programs

Imagine the immense potential residing within every young person, in a setting that helps them make it real. This is the essence of Rancho Cielo. We invest in the education, training and counseling of youth facing challenges, and they, in turn, reward our belief with their success.

 

DINING AT

Rancho Cielo



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DINING AT

Rancho Cielo

Enjoy fresh, seasonal dishes prepared by student trainees at our Drummond Culinary Academy. Open Friday nights during the school year, students prepare and serve thoughtful meals in a sophisticated setting.

What’s Happening

Rancho Cielo students hit top gear at Monterey Car Week

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A Sunday brunch worth remembering

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Soledad inmates raise funds for Rancho Cielo

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What’s Happening

This summer has been one for the books for our Auto & Diesel Repair and Classic Car Restoration students. They had the incredible opportunity to welcome Tony Purnell, a world-renowned […]

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You don’t expect to see a herd of elk right before brunch. You expect mimosa-sipping influencers and eggs that might as well have been cooked last week. But this is […]

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On April 19, 2025, the Alternatives to Violence (AVP) Inmate Activity Group at the Correctional Training Facility (CTF) in Soledad raised nearly $17,000 to support Rancho Cielo. The AVP group […]

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Get Involved


There are many ways to support Rancho Cielo, from sponsorship opportunities to business partnerships benefit our students and their career goals.

From one-on-one mentorship to onsite gardening, we are always looking for dependable, caring and enthusiastic volunteers.

Your generosity helps support Rancho Cielo's mission to curb gang violence in Monterey County through education and vocational training.

THANK YOU TO OUR PARTNERS