His children shall have a place of refuge. Proverbs 14:26
Our Mission
Provide a safe, caring, and Christ-centered home to meet the spiritual, physical, emotional, and social needs of children in crisis.
How To Help
Partner with us today! There are many ways that you can help a child in need. We accept monetary & non-monetary donations and can come speak to your organization about our mission.
Volunteer
Be a part of what is happening at Joy Ranch! There are opportunities for churches, service groups, and individuals alike.
Our Team
Our staff is more than just a group of employees: we believe that each team member is an essential part of the Joy Ranch family.
Our Work
News & Events
April Newsletter
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The Staying Power of Love
The Staying Power of Love by Erin Austin“How do you solve a problem like Maria?How do you catch a cloud and pin it down?How do you find a word that means Maria?A flibbertigibbet! A will-o'-the wisp! A clown! Many a thing you know you'd like to tell herMany a thing she...
Joyful Volunteers from Boston College
Last week, we had the privilege of hosting two groups of joyful volunteers from Boston College. What an amazing group of young people who took their time to work so hard around campus and love our kids! One team tutored our residents daily, and we saw significant...
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Celebrating 60 Years Helping Kids in 2021.
Since opening its doors in 1961 under the direction of the Rev. Richard and Mary McHenry, Joy Ranch, has served over 5000 children and their families in crisis.
Faith Funded
Joy Ranch is a 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation. Your gifts are tax deductible. Joy Ranch is funded by faith through donations from individuals, churches and other organizations. Joy Ranch is licensed by the state of Virginia but receives no yearly-allocated state funding. We abide by the standards for membership in the Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability.
About Us
Joy Ranch provides a safe, loving, and structured home for children from crisis situations. Our children have endured difficulties out of their control and need a place of refuge. We provide trauma-informed care, empowerment, and protection for all of our children in a family-style, home setting.
Phone: 276-236-5578