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For more than a century, CJR has helped thousands of young people build stability and discover their own potential — and continues to change lives every day.
Through its Vo-Ag program, CJR helps youth:
Learn practical skills in agriculture, horticulture, and animal care
Develop responsibility, confidence, and healthy routines
Strengthen teamwork, communication, and self-regulation
Explore career pathways and discover new strengths
Why It Matters
For many of CJR’s youth, caring for animals is the first time they feel trusted, and the first time they experience a calm, consistent bond. That connection can be life-changing.
The farm is a place where they feel grounded, capable, and connected. It’s where small daily wins add up to lasting change. And that impact doesn’t stop with the individual.
When a young person gains stability, purpose, and skills, the ripple effects extend outward — strengthening families, improving long-term outcomes, and helping communities thrive.