Burke Center for Youth

About Us

Burke Center for Youth opened in 1973 too serve foster children in Texas.

Our Staff

Read about our exceptional staff, who are all dedicated to helping our children.

Our Administration

Read about our administration staff who help to provide for our boys.

Events

Learn more about our upcoming events and fundraisers and see how you can help out.

Volunteer

We’re always looking for volunteers to help us maintain and update the facilities on our 55 acre property.

Work at the Burke Center

Join our dedicated team and make a tangible difference in the lives of adolescents.

Pathfinders Ranch

Pathfinders Ranch is our residential treatment center for boys in Driftwood, Texas. We serve adolescents who are unable to live in a family setting due to trauma. We provide a structured environment where they can start on a path to a positive future. 

Our Story

Founders Hall

Two dorms that houses up to 30 boys.

UT Charter School

A mixture of in-class teaching along with online learning.

Child Placement Agency

Burke Center Child Placement Agency is happy to offer a more personalized experience for each family, including monthly training, up to date news, and an individual who truly cares about the success of the child as well as your home. 

We strive to make connections that last

Children of all ages are waiting right here in Texas!

COMMUNITY PARTNERS

Thank you for making a difference!

Latest news from our blog

Follow the Burke Center for Youth as we’ve made it on the news throughout the years

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January 1995 Telling the unfortunate tale of the Burke Home burning to the […]
“Christmas for some of these kids is a sad time. Most of them […]
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  • Phone: +1 (512) 858 4258
  • E-mail: mailbox@bcfy.org
  • Address: 20800 FM 150 W. Driftwood, TX 78619
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