Since 2000…
We are building a legacy of strong families for generations to come.
Our History
Founded by Ron & Catherine Tijerina in 2000, The RIDGE Project is a Christian, non-profit organization dedicated to empowering generational responsibility in individuals and improving the lives of families throughout the state of Ohio. Our organization believes that strong families produce strong children, who will pass on that legacy of strength to future generations.
Families Served
Incarcerated Served
Youth Served
Years
proud to be serving Ohio
Our Mission
“To establish a path of honor, discipline, and integrity; by way of education, motivation, and inspiration; in order to lead families into a future defined by hope, peace, and righteousness for generations to come.”.
Award-winning programs
transformative outcomes
Excellence in giving
We invest time and effort into transparency communicate detailed and accurate information.
Building family legacies
Generational Restoration
effective outcomes
The vision of The RIDGE Project, Inc. is to serve our community, state, and nation by reaching out to struggling families, youth, and individuals.
serving ohio
We are proud to serve men, women and adolescents throughout the state of Ohio.
Evidence-based outcomes
Through years of rigorous research and analysis, our cutting edge programs meet the outcomes that transform men and women.
Transformative programs
Our programs are designed to reach into the prisons – physical, mental, and spiritual – and offer freedom to the captives.
generational restoration
We consistently work to restore one family at a time. Our organization empowers generational responsibility within individuals and families.
About us
Our Directors

Ron Tijerina
Co Founder, Co-Executive Director & Author.

Catherine Tijerina
Co Founder, Co-Executive Director & Author.

Chris Ridley
Director of Operations for the RIDGE Project.