Sheriff White Asks You to Support the Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranches

The Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranches have been providing guidance to disadvantaged youth since 1957. Founded by the Florida Sheriffs Association, the Youth Ranches is a non-profit, residential child-care and family service organization primarily dependent on the generous gifts and support of donors.

It is a nationally recognized, accredited agency with sites throughout the state of Florida. Their staff includes social workers, counselors, therapists and cottage parents who serve over thousands of youth and their families each year. Programs include Residential Group Child Care, Family Services, and Camping Services all aimed at meeting the diverse needs of Florida's youth and families. The mission of the Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranches is to prevent juvenile delinquency and develop strong, lawful, resilient and productive citizens who will make a positive contribution to our communities for years to come.

There are many ways in which you can support the Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranches. From direct giving through their website, mail, phone or electronic transfer, donations are accepted in all sizes. Additional ways to support the Ranches are through purchasing "Just Brew It!" coffee, purchasing items on Ebay being sold by the Sheriff Ranches Enterprises, donating vehicles or by purchasing the Florida Youth Ranches license tag for your vehicle. Sheriff Bob White believes in the mission of the Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranches and supports their efforts to effect future generations in a positive and uplifting way.

For more information on the Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranches, please visit www.YouthRanches.org.