Rebuilding Hope.
Restoring Lives. Reimagining What’s Possible.

START UP RENEWAL FOUNDATION exists for one reason: to hold space for human transformation.

Founders Gregg Champion, Jeffrey Vann, and Patricia Meyers standing together, representing the values of integrity, compassion, wellness, and innovation that drive START UP RECOVERY & WELLNESS.

Help us return this community to the people who were finally coming home to themselves.

We serve individuals who find themselves in a life-defining moment of transition. Many are emerging from treatment. Others are stepping out of personal crisis, burnout, or generational cycles of trauma.

What unites them is this: they are ready to change their lives. Not in theory—but in practice.

We offer a high-structure, deeply supportive environment where that transformation can take root. Where purpose is rediscovered. Where accountability becomes empowering. And where recovery becomes a launchpad, not a life sentence.

Until the fire, we provided a safe, intentional space for that work to begin.

Today, our mission is not only to continue, it’s to rise stronger.

We are rebuilding not just facilities, but futures.
And we invite you to be part of that vision.

OUR FOUNDERS

  • Headshot of Gregg Champion, Co-Founder of START UP RECOVERY & WELLNESS, dedicated to guiding professionals through transformation and recovery.

    Gregg Champion

    Gregg is a passionate recovery advocate and transformational coach dedicated to helping individuals achieve lasting personal growth and fulfillment.

  • Headshot of Jeffrey Vann, an experienced professional dedicated to guiding individuals through recovery with compassion and strategic support.

    Jeffery Vann

    Jeff is an experienced professional committed to guiding individuals through their recovery journey with compassion and strategic support.

  • Headshot of Patricia Meyers, a wellness expert committed to empowering individuals on their path to sustainable and meaningful recovery.

    Patricia Meyers

    Patricia is a dedicated wellness expert focused on empowering individuals to achieve meaningful and sustainable recovery.

OUR BOARD

  • Headshot of Wendy Slavkin, a nonprofit leader and attorney specializing in mental health advocacy and substance abuse awareness in the legal field.

    Wendy Slavkin

    Wendy has 25+ years of nonprofit leadership, focusing on mental health and recovery with organizations like Gateways Hospital, Friendly House, and Awakening Recovery. She runs a respected Southern California law firm specializing in business litigation and speaks on substance abuse in the legal field. Wendy is also an avid skier.

  • Headshot of Rick Vann, a seasoned real estate executive with over 45 years of experience in acquisitions, development, and property management.

    Rick Vann

    Rick has 45+ years in real estate development as President of Sunroad Enterprises' Real Estate Division, overseeing acquisitions, development, and management. Under his leadership, Sunroad became one of San Diego's premier developers of class "A" office buildings, marinas, and golf courses.

  • Headshot of Dr. Kelly Hyde, a behavioral health technology expert and CEO of FidelityEHR, specializing in electronic health record systems and social systems research.

    Dr. Kelly Hyde, PhD

    Kelly has 30+ years in behavioral health technology and systems development as Co-Founder and CEO of FidelityEHR. She pioneered innovative electronic health record systems for behavioral health care through NIH-funded research. Kelly holds a PhD in social systems research and is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) in New Mexico.

FAQs

  • Online at www.startuprenewalfoundation.org

    Checks can be made to START UP RENEWAL FOUNDATION and mailed to 325 Wilshire Blvd #201, Santa Monica CA 90401.

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Donation Information

Contact and Support

  • 501(c)(3) EIN #99-1472616

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Help us take the first step to rebuild and support the lives of those affected by addiction and recovery.

 

Together, we can transform lives.