Our Team
Amy Skeens-Benton
Amy is the guiding heart behind Far Far Away Farm. With an English degree from Purdue University and a Master’s Degree in Educational Leadership from Butler University, she brings more than 32 years of experience as an educator to the farm’s work and mission.
Throughout her career, Amy has dedicated herself to helping people of all ages and abilities learn, grow, and feel seen. That devotion now shapes her role at Far Far Away Farm, where she leads with the belief that meaningful connections between humans, animals, and the natural world can transform lives.
Her vision influences every program we build and every visitor experience we create. Amy reminds us daily that compassion is a practice, healing is a partnership, and that the simplest moments with animals can restore a sense of peace and possibility.
She is proud to guide Far Far Away Farm toward its purpose: creating a safe, welcoming space where hearts—human and animal—can find room to breathe again.
Baco Benton
Baco is often known as the “brains behind the barn”—a steady, thoughtful presence who helps keep Far Far Away Farm grounded. With an engineering degree from Purdue University and more than 32 years of experience working with global accounts at a Fortune 100 company, he brings a level of organization, planning, and strategic thinking that strengthens every part of our nonprofit.
His business background helps ensure that the farm runs smoothly, sustainably, and with the structure needed to support long-term rescue work. Credentials only tell part of the story. At his core, Baco has a deep love for animals and an unwavering belief that every creature deserves kindness and dignity. Whether he’s repairing a fence, coordinating a rescue, or finding creative solutions to the everyday challenges of farm life, he approaches each task with patience, purpose, and genuine care.