FLORIDA IS UNDER ATTACK

Invasive species are threatening our biodiversity, economy, and way of life.

how we carry our mission

Florida's beauty is under attack

From Burmese pythons in the Everglades and iguanas overrunning neighborhoods, to aquatic plants choking waterways and lionfish devastating reefs, invasive species are threatening our biodiversity, economy, and way of life.

Wind turbine overlooking bright green farmland and scattered buildings
Wind turbine overlooking bright green farmland and scattered buildings
Wind turbine overlooking bright green farmland and scattered buildings

IRIS

Veterans living with PTSD and other combat-related injuries possess heightened awareness, discipline, and resilience forged through service. These strengths make them uniquely qualified to join IRIS and take on the critical mission of combating Florida’s invasive species crisis.

IRIS

Veterans living with PTSD and other combat-related injuries possess heightened awareness, discipline, and resilience forged through service. These strengths make them uniquely qualified to join IRIS and take on the critical mission of combating Florida’s invasive species crisis.

IRIS

Veterans living with PTSD and other combat-related injuries possess heightened awareness, discipline, and resilience forged through service. These strengths make them uniquely qualified to join IRIS and take on the critical mission of combating Florida’s invasive species crisis.

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Male engineer in orange uniform and helmet standing with arms crossed          Ask ChatGPT
Male engineer in orange uniform and helmet standing with arms crossed          Ask ChatGPT

A Mission with Two Wins.

THE PATHWAY TO PURPOSE

From Service to Stewardship

Pathway for Warriors empowers Florida veterans to take on this mission. Through hands-on training, veterans learn to combat invasive species, restore fragile ecosystems, and protect the state we all call home. At the same time, they gain skills, stability, and a renewed sense of purpose.

struggling veteran

struggling veteran

struggling veteran

Aerial view of a hydroelectric dam spanning a turquoise river surrounded by dense forest and winding roads          Ask ChatGPT

invaded ecosystem

Aerial view of a hydroelectric dam spanning a turquoise river surrounded by dense forest and winding roads          Ask ChatGPT

invaded ecosystem

Aerial view of a hydroelectric dam spanning a turquoise river surrounded by dense forest and winding roads          Ask ChatGPT

invaded ecosystem

restored future

restored future

restored future

Man carrying a package outside a building

renewed purpose

Man carrying a package outside a building

renewed purpose

Man carrying a package outside a building

renewed purpose

FLORIDA NEWS

IRIS removes invasive species and plants from Florida lands, helping restore and protect native ecosystems for future generations.

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A MISSION WITH TWO WINS

Together, we’re building a movement where veterans heal the land—and themselves.

Working outdoors, protecting wildlife, and reversing ecological damage reconnects veterans with structure, purpose, and belonging. As they restore Florida’s land, they rebuild the confidence, identity, and inner stability that many lose after military service.

Meaningful work

Meaningful work

A mission mindset

A mission mindset

Daily structure

Daily structure

Physical activity

Physical activity

Connection to nature

Connection to nature

A renewed sense of worth

A renewed sense of worth

challenge

Creating Real Direction and Dignity for Veterans Struggling With Homelessness Across Florida

challenge

Creating Real Direction and Dignity for Veterans Struggling With Homelessness Across Florida

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Support The Mission

Your donation directly fuels life-changing training programs for veterans living with PTSD and combat-related injuries, equipping them to restore Florida’s ecosystem by removing invasive species. Together, we can honor their service, rebuild their confidence, and open doors to lasting stability and purpose.

Get involved

Support The Mission

Your donation directly fuels life-changing training programs for veterans living with PTSD and combat-related injuries, equipping them to restore Florida’s ecosystem by removing invasive species. Together, we can honor their service, rebuild their confidence, and open doors to lasting stability and purpose.

Get involved

Support The Mission

Your donation directly fuels life-changing training programs for veterans living with PTSD and combat-related injuries, equipping them to restore Florida’s ecosystem by removing invasive species. Together, we can honor their service, rebuild their confidence, and open doors to lasting stability and purpose.

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