FACES of Zachariah's Acres
Faith, Authenticity, Compassion, Excellence, Servitude
Our guests are the co-authors of Zachariah’s Acres. Our service model encourages individuals with special needs to gain self-confidence, which enables them to be more productive in their households, in their schools, and in their community. We want to make an eternal difference in the lives of our guests, so we provide them with experiences that help them grow and live a life of meaning and purpose.
LUKE
Luke an Kathy Biernat have been part of the Zachariah's Acres community since 2013. Luke loves to go for UTV rides, fish at Shephard's Pond, and make a s'more at the bonfire pit.
SCHMECKPEPPER FAMILY
The Schmeckpepper family loves spending times together outside, exploring all seasons, and learning new things at our family events.
YMCA AT PABST FARMS
The YMCA Service without Boundaries has been a long-time community partner. Participants volunteer on a regular basis washing eggs, etc.
MOLLY
Molly started visiting Zachariah's Acres with the YMCA Service without Boundaries programs in 2016. Molly has a positive, can-do attitude and finds a way to persevere in every circumstance.
JOSIE
Josie is a young lady who loves being outside, sunshine, and hanging out with her friends. Josie also happens to have
CP and autism and is non-verbal.
NEW BERLIN PATHWAYS
The New Berlin Pathways program visits ZA regularly to volunteer, learn new skills such as gardening or baking, & explore nature.