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
Christmas Notecards Are Here!
A month or so ago, we had a contest letting the kids design Christmas greeting cards and the response was fantastic! The top three designs were mass printed so Joy Ranch supporters can enjoy them this Christmas season. Each pack contains 9 cards - 3 of each design....
What A Mighty God We Serve!
I remember singing an old song growing up in church called "What A Mighty God We Serve." When our Director, Dan, shared the following story with me, this song came to mind because our amazing God is still in the blessing and miracle-working business! We had been...
Live Nativity Scheduled!
We are excited to announce that we WILL be having our drive-thru live nativity on Saturday, December 12 from 6-8 pm! Other activities are planned and more information is coming soon. We need YOUR help making it better than ever! We are looking for donations of the...
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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