Naples Resident Art J. Deerey Joins Idaho Youth Ranch Board to Help Transform Lives

 

We are proud to share exciting news from our Naples community! Aj Deerey a long-time Naples resident and trusted leader in construction and facility management, has been appointed to the Board of Trustees for Chokecherry Hills Youth Ranch, a newly reimagined youth rehabilitation and retreat center located in Idaho.

A Gift of Hope from Naples to Idaho

The revitalization of Chokecherry Hills Youth Ranch is made possible through a generous donation from two Naples-based philanthropists—former clients of Mr. Deerey—who have chosen to remain anonymous. Their contribution is helping to transform the ranch into a powerful, life-changing haven for at-risk young adults facing serious life challenges.

The new Chokecherry Hills Youth Ranch will provide:

  • Trauma and addiction recovery programs

  • Mentorship and life skills development

  • Therapeutic and emotional healing services

  • Long-term personal growth opportunities

Art J. Deerey Appointed as Remote Facility Construction Advisor

Mr. Deerey will serve as the ranch’s Remote Facility Construction Advisor, where he will oversee infrastructure improvements, provide strategic guidance, and help ensure the physical transformation of the facility aligns with its mission of healing and hope.

🗣 “Being asked to join this mission is truly an honor. Thank you to M. Smith for the opportunity. With children of my own, it was an easy yes. The only challenge now is figuring out where Idaho is!”
— Art Deerey, aka AJ Deerey

“Paying it forward is something I believe in deeply.”

A Partnership with Purpose

This initiative is being led by Idaho Wilderness Healing LLC, a Florida-based nonprofit dedicated to supporting young people through nature, rehabilitation, and community engagement. The partnership is a meaningful connection between Naples philanthropy and Idaho's natural serenity, united by a shared mission to support youth in need.

We celebrate leaders like Art Deerey who are using their skills and heart to make a difference—both locally and beyond.


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