Introduction
RONNIE DUNN: FROM OKLAHOMA ROOTS TO A LEGACY OF COMPASSION
Amid the bright stage lights and familiar country melodies, Ronnie Dunn’s heart has never strayed far from the rugged fields of Oklahoma. Today, the legendary musician is composing a very different kind of song—a song of compassion and gratitude.
Ronnie Dunn has chosen to honor the memory of his late mother with a gesture that has touched his hometown: a $3.5 million donation to Coleman, Oklahoma. This gift will transform a historic ranch house into Dunn Ranch Haven—a safe haven for homeless and at-risk youth.
“This little town gave me everything—my roots, my music, and my heart. What I am giving back now is only a small fraction of what I received,” Dunn said, his voice carrying the warmth and sincerity of the songs that have moved millions.
Scheduled to open this winter, Dunn Ranch Haven will offer more than just housing and warm meals. It will serve as a comprehensive center providing educational programs, counseling support, and essential life skills to help young people rebuild their futures.
Local residents are calling it one of the most generous and meaningful acts ever witnessed in this tight-knit community. For them, it is not just a donation—it is a legacy of love, where the memory of Ronnie Dunn’s mother will live on through every young life healed and given a second chance.