For the seventh year in a row, Al Roker and the Today Show are traveling the country with a large truck filled with goods that meet the needs of five different charities across the U.S. On Monday, April 14, the Idaho Youth Ranch near Rupert, Idaho was the first charity unveiled as clothing, furniture and food donations were unloaded from a Penske truck.
What this means for the Idaho Youth Ranch is threefold, according to Steve Woodworth, President & CEO. “Over five million viewers watched the moving portrayal of our organization, showcasing our success stories with at-risk youth and their families; we received valuable contributions; and we were able to share our story with thousands of Idahoans who now might seek help for a family member or friend in need.”
Aron Ralston--an avid rock climber who was forced to amputate his arm with a pocket knife after being pinned by a boulder in a remote area of Utah in 2003—joined in the recognition of the Idaho Youth Ranch, sharing his comments with Roker. Kim Mora, an Idaho Youth Ranch graduate, also shared her story of perseverance with Roker. And Idaho’s own Chef Mortimer participated in the Today Show’s cooking segment, demonstrating gourmet skills in a ranch environment.
The Idaho Youth Ranch(IYR) site near Rupert, Idaho, is a non-profit, non-denominational, residential treatment home with 24-hour supervision for at-risk youth typically affected by neglect or abuse at home, family conflict, mental health issues, substance abuse and/or juvenile crime. The unique ranch environment allows youth to participate in activities that support and impact emotional and social needs through counseling, education, 4-H, and horsemanship. The IYR operates five other residential homes in Idaho, and provides family counseling, adoption services, and foster care training. Revenue from 24 IYR Thrift Stores located throughout the state supports the homes, programs and services.
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Rick Rietmann, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Idaho Youth Ranch, named Steve Woodworth as the new President and CEO. Additional changes in the Youth Ranch’s executive staff were also made.
Woodworth has worked for the Ranch for 12 years, most recently as the Chief Operating Officer. He has a B.A. in Social Work from NNU, and a Masters in Public Administration from BSU. He started his career working directly with troubled kids as a juvenile probation officer in Canyon County, and served as a regional director for the Idaho Department of Health & Welfare before joining the Youth Ranch.
The Board of Directors has great confidence in Woodworth’s ability to lead the agency. “Steve has an entrepreneurial spirit”, said Chairman Rietmann, “which will advance the agency, and our Thrift Stores, to the next level.”
Other staff changes were made at the board meeting. As part of the agency’s succession plan, Mike Jones, Assistant to the Chairman for Special Projects will focus on growing the agency’s thrift stores. Rick Alis was promoted to the Chief Operating Officer position.
The Idaho Youth Ranch is a private, non-profit, social services agency in Idaho, providing a wide range of programs for troubled children and their families statewide.
Find your self some new-to-you treasures while helping support a good local cause. The Idaho Youth Ranch tops the list for best second hand shopping. Climbing their way to the top from third place last year, IYR has four stores in Boise ready and waiting to help you find your new wardrobe, tire iron, or prospective family heirloom. And donations to IYR are tax deductible for federal and state taxes. Second Place: Lux Third Place: Savers