CommunityConnect helps NE Clackamas County elders maintain independent living by assisting with home management tasks they can no longer do.
CommunityConnect started in 2014 through the work of community servant Ken Hovda. Ken led crews of AntFarm youth volunteers helping hundreds of seniors and people in need. Today, CommunityConnect crews continue to help elders and folks with disabilities with home management tasks that they struggle with on their own, always as our gift to the community. Youth volunteers learn the value of their work and the impact that they can have on their community, all while brightening the days of our honored neighbors.
If you would like more information, feel free to email info@antfarmyouthservices.com or call (503) 668-7962 for more information.
YouthCore is a hands-on training program teaching basic employment skills while becoming an employee of AntFarm.
YouthCore is a program that provides services to businesses and community members and an affordable rate. YouthCore Crew Members are young employees who have proven their reliability through service-learning with AntFarm, and have earned their position on the crew. YouthCore crews are able to provide a wide variety of labor-intensive tasks such as landscaping, debris removal, land clearing, invasive species and brush removal, manual excavation, leaf clearing, junk hauling, and lots more.
If you would like more information, feel free to email info@antfarmyouthservices.com or call (503) 668-7962 for more information.
AntFarm’s “can and bottle program” provides youth with work skills and experience and allows youth and the community to learn sustainable living practices 365 days a year.
Planet 365 is AntFarm’s “can and bottle program” which provides youth work skills experience and the community the opportunity to participate in sustainable living practices 365 days a year. All proceeds from this program help fund our youth programs.
You can find bottle drop locations below.
Public Land Crews provide environmental stewardship opportunities for youth.
AntFarm’s Public Lands Program began in 2013 as a response to community needs for workforce development and environmental stewardship opportunities for youth.
The program’s first major project was in partnership with the Bureau of Land Management, where AntFarm youth helped build the Sandy Ridge Trail System. This successful collaboration laid the foundation for expanding AntFarm’s public lands work into other areas, including wildfire mitigation, invasive species removal, and trail maintenance. Over the years, the program has grown through partnerships with organizations like the Mt. Hood National Forest, the Oregon Department of Forestry, and local municipalities. Today, AntFarm’s Public Lands Program continues to provide valuable job training while helping to restore and preserve public lands across the region.
If you would like more information, feel free to email info@antfarmyouthservices.com or call (503) 668-7962 for more information.
Partnering with local land management agencies, the Community Wildfire Defense Program strengthens community resilience to wildfires and fosters environmental stewardship.
AntFarm’s Community Wildfire Defense Program was established to address the growing threat of wildfires in rural Oregon communities. Launched with funding from state and federal sources, the program focuses on wildfire mitigation through fuels reduction, defensible space creation, and public education. Partnering with LeafcutterPNW, youth participants receive hands-on training in forestry and wildfire prevention techniques, providing valuable workforce development while actively reducing fire risks. The program has treated over 100 at-risk properties, performed over 200 Home Ignition Zone assessments, and directly employed more than 2 dozen youth participants. By partnering with local land management agencies, the program strengthens community resilience to wildfires and fosters environmental stewardship.
Included on this team are our Saw Program Manager Brad Peterson, and Public Lands Manager Steve Wilent.
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AntFarm's Construction Program provides hands-on training and education for youth, preparing them for careers in the construction industry.
AntFarm's Construction Program provides hands-on training and education for youth, preparing them for careers in the construction industry. The program focuses on essential skills such as framing, roofing, plumbing, electrical work, drywall, and finish carpentry. Participants gain valuable experience by working on real-world projects, helping them develop both technical proficiency and problem-solving abilities. In addition to trade skills, the program emphasizes workplace readiness, teamwork, and safety, ensuring graduates are well-prepared for union apprenticeships or entry-level positions. AntFarm’s holistic approach fosters confidence, responsibility, and a sense of achievement, empowering youth to build pathways toward long-term career success.
For projects and information go to https://overallpnw.com/.
AntFarm’s Community Work Program (CWP) creates paid “On-the-job Training” opportunities for young folks to work in the industries they are interested in.
AntFarm Cafe & Bakery
39140 Proctor Blvd. Sandy
Open Daily 7-3pm
503-668-9955
AntFarm Administrative Offices
39140 Proctor Blvd. Sandy
Open Monday - Friday 8-5pm
503- 668-7962
Info@antfarmyouthservices.com
AntFarm YouthHubs
Open Tuesday - Thursday 11-6pm,
Friday 11-7pm, and Saturday 11-4pm
Sandy YouthHub
17390 Smith Ave. Sandy
503-668-7962 ext 5
Estacada YouthHub
350 SW Zobrist Ave
503-668-7962 ext 6
Molalla YouthHub
209 Kennel Ave
503-668-7962 ext 7
