A Farm, a Second Home, and a Place to Grow | On the Rise

Description What does it take to create a place where young people can feel safe, learn practical skills, and find a sense of belonging? On this episode of Live From Springfield, USA, Ted Dryden sits down with Deb McCullough of On the Rise, a Springfield-area nonprofit serving youth ages 10–18. Deb shares how the program grew from a vision of a “second home” into a farm-based community where young people build social and employment skills through daily routines, caring for animals, gardening, cooking, and working together. Deb also talks about the youth’s work at local farmers markets, the community’s support after a devastating barn fire, and why kindness, responsibility, and a full dinner table matter. On the Rise welcomes community support, volunteers, and donations. Add the organization’s verified website or contact link before publishing. Subscribe to Live From Springfield, USA for more stories about the people and organizations shaping the Springfield community. Chapters Deb and On the Rise The program’s beginnings The farm as a second home Referrals and family involvement Life and employment skills The farmers market and farm products Returning the Favor Community support after the barn fire Volunteering and ways to help Why Springfield feels like home YouTube tags Hashtags #SpringfieldOhio #OnTheRise #LiveFromSpringfieldUSA Thumbnail text