Risen Warriors Foundation
PROGRAMS
Deep End Fitness Program
Our 16-session Deep End Fitness (DEF) program provides warriors and their families with transformative pool-based fitness and resilience training. Designed to build physical strength, mental toughness, and emotional resilience, the program offers a supportive environment for healing and growth. Participants gain confidence, reduce stress, and develop tools to overcome life's challenges—all while fostering a sense of community and belonging.
Participants of our Deep End Fitness (DEF) pilot program have experienced life-changing transformations, both physically and mentally. From reducing stress and strengthening mental resilience to overcoming personal and military-related challenges, the impact has been profound.
T.K. shared that the program has been "transformationally impactful," helping them stay calm in all areas of life through focused breathing techniques.
P.E. described it as a "life-changing blessing," allowing them to confront mental barriers, navigate significant stressors, and connect with a supportive community.
S.A. emphasized how the program provides an outlet to reduce stress while strengthening mental fortitude.
X.O. highlighted how DEF combines a mission-oriented focus with a positive and empowering environment, fostering success without shame-based pressure.
These testimonials reflect the program's ability to empower participants, fostering resilience, camaraderie, and growth.
Equine Services Program
Risen Warriors Foundation is honored to partner with the Wounded Warrior Battalion West at Camp Pendleton and the Intrepid Spirit Center at the Camp Pendleton Naval Hospital to provide transformative equine therapy services at Stepp Stables. Starting in March, warriors and their families referred by the Intrepid Spirit Center will participate in our program, which is designed to support emotional healing, resilience, and reintegration. Through groundwork, riding sessions, and therapeutic equine-assisted activities at Stepp Stables, participants—including family members—develop confidence, improve emotional regulation, and foster a renewed sense of purpose. With a contract being finalized with Marine Corps Community Services (MCCS), we aim to expand these services, ensuring that more warriors and their loved ones benefit from this impactful program. This initiative reflects our commitment to addressing the physical, mental, and spiritual challenges faced by our nation’s heroes and their families, empowering them to heal and thrive together beyond service.
With a $20,000 budget, Risen Warriors Foundation anticipates delivering impactful equine services to warriors and their families at Stepp Stables. Based on the current pricing structure, the program could achieve the following outcomes:
Horse Rental Sessions:
Up to 100 sessions (90 minutes each) utilizing up to four horses per session.
Total cost: $20,000.
Individual Lessons:
Up to 266 one-on-one lessons for participants, providing personalized equine therapy and skill-building opportunities.
Total cost: $20,000.
Group Lessons:
Up to 307 group sessions (serving up to four participants per session), potentially reaching 1,228 participants in total.
Total cost: $20,000.
Groundwork Lessons:
Up to 400 sessions focusing on foundational skills and therapeutic groundwork.
Total cost: $20,000.
Discounted Package Option:
Providing 18 discounted packages of 10 sessions each, totaling 180 sessions.
Each package would include various combinations of horse rental, groundwork, and lessons, benefiting multiple participants.
Total cost: $20,000.
Impact Summary: This budget will enable RWF to serve an estimated 400-1,228 participants across individual, group, and groundwork sessions, depending on service type. The program's flexibility ensures maximum reach while maintaining high-quality, transformative equine therapy experiences.
Mental Health Services Program
Risen Warriors Foundation’s Virtual Therapy Services provide accessible, confidential, and effective mental health support for active-duty military, veterans, first responders, and their families. This program was created by an Army veteran and retired San Diego Police Detective who understands the unique needs of our warriors. His firsthand experience has shaped a platform designed to address trauma, PTSD, anxiety, and other mental health challenges specific to those who serve. Through secure video sessions, participants can engage in one-on-one counseling, group therapy, or family therapy sessions from the comfort of their own homes. Our therapists, guided by the insight of a fellow warrior, utilize evidence-based approaches tailored to the needs of uniformed heroes and their loved ones. By offering virtual therapy, we aim to bridge the gap in mental health care, ensuring that every warrior and family member has access to the tools and support they need to heal, grow, and thrive—no matter where they are.
With a $10,000 budget and a cost of $150 per session, our program can achieve the following outcomes:
Total Sessions Provided: 66 sessions
Remaining Budget: $100
CONTACT
Risen Warriors Foundation
200 Sable
Rancho Santa Margarita, California 92688