Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranch impacts communities

By Ramsey Sullivan Riverbend News In 1957, a group of Florida Sheriffs saw the need for a residential care facility for troubled boys. Within a short time, many young boys had their lives turned around by the Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranch (FSYR) and became more responsible people. The goal of the FSYR is to prevent delinquency and develop productive citizens in society. The FSYR now has seven locations in Florida, with the main office located in Live Oak, and has helped more than 165,000 children and families in Florida. There are currently four residential campuses, two summer camp locations and multiple youth outreach programs in the state. By utilizing these residential campuses t