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
Parkway Church of Christ Donates School Supplies
We received the sweetest letter and box of school supplies from Parkway Church of Christ (Allentown, PA) in August and wanted to share what they sent. "Dear Joy Ranch, Parkway Church of Christ's VBS Program, again this year, sponsored Joy Ranch as our mission. We had...
Joy Ranch Participates in NRV Shares Golf Tournament
Joy Ranch was happy to help at the NRV Shares golf tournament held August 17 & 18, 2017 at Draper Valley Golf Course. We send our thanks to all who participated and gave to this worthy cause that helps support the ministry of Joy Ranch.
Christmas in July Event Held July 28
Story by Shannon Watkins, Galax Gazette (July 31-August 1, 2017) Galax Health and Rehab held its quarterly benefit, appropriately themed “Christmas In July,” on Friday afternoon. Festive and bright, it involved holiday decorations, a cookie contest – and a whole lot...
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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