Learn More About Riverbend Ranch
Retreat Center & Venue
The Riverbend Ranch Retreat Center offers a serene escape into nature. It provides a perfect backdrop for weddings, group retreats, and personal getaways, where guests can reconnect with themselves and the natural world.
Our Leadership Program
Our Boys’ Leadership Program at Riverbend Ranch is designed to empower and inspire young men through hands-on learning, mentorship, and community service, fostering resilience, responsibility, and personal growth.
Darren Delin – Executive Director
Darren Delin is the Executive Director of Riverbend Ranch and Retreat. With a passion for transformative education and community involvement, Darren oversees both the retreat center and the group home, ensuring that each venture supports the physical and emotional well-being of the boys and their growth as future leaders. Darren spent the previous 15 years working on staff at Saddleback Church in Southern California. Darren is married to Deena, and they have three beautiful children, with one more on the way! Darren and his family are passionate about welcoming people to the ranch and making everyone feel at home!
Tony Sinese – Board Member
Leading the culinary program for one of the world’s premier entertainment destinations, AT&T Stadium Executive Chef Tony Sinese brings a global perspective to his fine work in creating events to host some of the most discerning guests, with a deep understanding of the great food culture of Texas and the Southwest that is honored and celebrated at Home of the Dallas Cowboys. Chef Sinese directs a vast team of hundreds of culinary professionals who work collaboratively in a beautifully designed, highly functioning space across dozens of kitchens, serving thousands of fans with five-star excellence each game day and at five-star sports and entertainment and private events year-round.
Chef Sinese is a frequent guest on national and regional television, sharing his culinary expertise with viewers and his expert insights on culinary trends with all news media. He is also a noted fine food photographer.