Forever Farm For Live Learn and Lead

I founded Live Learn and Lead vocational farm in 2019. Our mission is to unlock the potential of students and improve quality of life through skill building in an agriculture environment. 

Growing up on a small farmette, I learned at a young age that working with animals can be very rewarding and build responsibility, as well as a meaningful work ethic. These skills helped me in my life and taught me how to work through the challenges. After I completed my Master’s in Social Work from George Williams College at Aurora University, I could see a need for additional assistance in teaching clients work ethic. This is where Live Learn and Lead helps bridge the gap between school and work and equips clients with skills to better prepare them for self-sufficiency.  This program offers alternative ways for youth to prepare themselves for the job market and further their education. 

As we continue to strive to help more people, we are in need of a forever farm.  We have greatly appreciated the generosity of one of our donors who has shared her property for our program. Without her help, our program would not be as successful as it is today. She has been an inspiration and role model as she has persevered under difficult circumstances. Unfortunately, as we grow to help more people, we need a facility that is more accessible, and we would like it to be to our forever home.