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THERAPY, RESIDENTIAL, AND JOB TRAINING SERVICES FOR TEENS & YOUNG ADULTS

For hurting and lost youth. For the anxious, depressed, traumatized, and suicidal. Rawhide exists for you. Because every one of us was created to be loved. With Rawhide, healing and hope start to bloom. 

Residential Treatment

RESIDENTIAL TREATMENT

For troubled young men who need healthy changes and a new direction.

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Youth Counseling

YOUTH COUNSELING

For young men and women struggling with mental and emotional health.

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“Rawhide got me to think about my future. My life is situated the way that I want it to go.”

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During their time at Starr Academy, 82% of students earn high school credits.

 
 

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Rawhide served 745 youth and families through residential and community counseling services.

 
 

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Finance Programs

77% of funds directly finance programs that serve at-risk youth and families.

 
Forever In Our Hearts
Forever In Our Hearts
Founded on compassion. Continuing a legacy of transformation.
 

Founded on compassion. Continuing a legacy of transformation.

A couple with a dream. A star quarterback with a heart for changing lives. Since 1965, Rawhide has carried on the legacy of hope that the Gillespie and Starr families first brought to life.

OUR HISTORY

The Rawhide Blog. Advice. Updates. Hope.
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Student of the Month – Chris

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