Welcome to Deeper Roots Foundation
At Deeper Roots Foundation, we believe true healing begins with connection to purpose, to nature, and to one another. Through our Soldiers on Safari program, we create life-changing experiences for veterans, first responders and other trauma survivors. by immersing them in the heart of Africa’s wild landscapes.

This unique journey blends wildlife conservation efforts with personal renewal, offering participants a path toward healing through service, reflection, and deep connection with nature. As they help protect endangered species and support local conservation initiatives, they rediscover meaning, resilience, and the strength to grow beyond trauma.

Together, we’re building a future where people and wildlife thrive—rooted in purpose, grounded in healing.

Our mission:

• Healing opportunities for trauma survivors, including veterans and first responders, through our Soldiers on Safari program, using wildlife photography, counseling, and faith-based mentorship as pathways to recovery and purpose.

• Protect endangered wildlife and vast landscapes by equipping and training anti-poaching teams, volunteer firefighters, and conservationists.

By fostering faith, resilience, and stewardship, we strive to create lasting impact, ensuring that both people and wildlife thrive together.

COMMUNITY DAY

Deeper Roots Foundation cohorts on Soldiers on Safari in 2024 assist building a sunken fire pit for farmers to help minimize the risk of wildfire.

FUTURE PROJECTS INCLUDE:

  • Build a school

  • Build out a medical bus

  • Build a chapel

  • build a shanty for local township

  • Road maintenance

  • Dig a well for potable water in underserved locations

  • Land conservation

Soldiers on Safari

There are 3 phases to our program

  1. Introduction, Intake and Initial Counseling

  2. South Africa - Soldiers On Safari

  3. Post Experience Monthly Mentorship

SUPPORT PAGE

  • Financial donations help Deeper Roots Foundation provide opportunities for more Veterans and First Responders

  • Volunteer for one of our SOS Programs in South Africa

    • Missionary work as ministry support personnel

    • cooks- looking for food prep and managing our food resources to create healthy meals for the cohorts

    • worship team

  • Nominate a Veteran or First Responder for an upcoming program

Deeper Roots Foundation is dedicated to providing opportunities of HEALING and regaining PURPOSE.

Meet the team

Gregory Schwabe

Co-Founder/ CEO

Sue Schwabe

Co-Founder

Edward Choi

Chaplain

Board of Directors

Dr. GLenn Scott

Severin Meister

Gregory Schwabe

Bill Nichols

Darnell Abraham