Our Mission
Finding Healing in the
Heart of Nature
Finding Purpose Outdoors Foundation is our way of giving back to those who have given so much already. We believe the outdoors can be a place of healing, purpose, and community. Through free hunting, fishing, and outdoor experiences, we connect Veterans, Gold Star Families, Active Duty Military, First Responders, and Medical Professionals with the peace and purpose that only nature can provide.
Every experience is 100% free. Every dollar donated goes directly toward putting our heroes in the field. This isn't recreation—it's a mission.
Our Story
From a Vision to a Mission
What started as a calling to serve became a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit—built by people who believe in the healing power of the outdoors.
FPO Founded in Carthage, TX
Stephen Armstrong and Kathy Yost Armstrong founded Finding Purpose Outdoors Foundation as a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit in Carthage, East Texas—driven by a deep conviction that nature can heal what modern life often cannot.
First Events Launched
FPO hosted its first guided hunting and fishing trips across East Texas, providing completely free outdoor experiences for Veterans and First Responders. Word spread fast through the community.
A Growing Community
Our Facebook community surpassed 1,100 followers. Local partners, sponsors, and volunteers stepped up—proving that East Texas believes in this mission as deeply as we do.
Expanded to West Texas
Pro Staff member Jonathan Wolfe and Bella Wolfe brought FPO operations to West Texas, opening new territory for javelina hunts, desert adventures, and more opportunities to serve our heroes statewide.
Meet the Team
The People Behind the Mission
Stephen Armstrong
Founder
A veteran who found healing in the Texas wilderness, Stephen founded FPO to share that same experience with others who have served.
Kathy Yost Armstrong
Co-Founder
Kathy brings organizational expertise and a passion for supporting military families to everything FPO does.
Jonathan Wolfe
Pro Staff, West Texas
Jonathan leads guided outdoor experiences in the West Texas region, bringing decades of outdoor expertise to our events.
Bella Wolfe
West Texas Committee
Bella coordinates event logistics and community outreach for our West Texas programming.
What We Stand For
Our Core Values
Service
We exist to serve those who have served us. Every trip, every event, every dollar is dedicated to our heroes.
Community
Brotherhood and connection are at the heart of everything we do. No one heals alone.
Healing Through Nature
The outdoors has a power that no prescription can replicate. A deer stand at sunrise can change everything.
Accessibility
Every experience is completely free. Cost should never stand between a hero and the healing they deserve.
Faith
Rooted in faith and guided by purpose. We believe God works through the stillness of nature and the bond of community.
Proud Partners & Supporters
Standing With Us in the Mission
Get Involved
Ready to Join
the Mission?
Whether you're a Veteran looking for purpose, a First Responder who needs a reset, or someone who wants to give back—there's a place for you here.
Tax-Deductible • 501(c)(3) Nonprofit • 100% Goes to Heroes