Positively impacting the mental well-being of our Active Duty, Veteran and First Responder Community.

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What we do

Community Service Projects

We lead clean-up initiatives across Southern California, revitalizing well-traveled trails and instilling a sense of responsibility within the local community to leave these natural spaces better for the next generation to savor.

Social Events

Our weekend gatherings, whether it's sunrise coffee meetups or sunset dinners, provide breathtaking views from the peaks of San Diego, reaching heights of 3,566 feet above sea level.

Off-Road Expeditions

We orchestrate off-road adventures and camping expeditions, offering vital doses of nature and camaraderie.

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Community.

People.

Friends.

Community.

People.

Friends.

Community.

Our story

In 2023, Perimeter Up Foundation emerged with a profound purpose: to confront the pressing mental health challenges affecting our military and first responder service members. This noble effort hinges on harnessing the therapeutic influence of nature and fostering a network of peer support. Just 3 years ago, what had initially been sporadic outings, with a lone vehicle venturing into the mountains, has since undergone a remarkable transformation. Today, we coordinate events of up to 15 vehicles, all seeking to embark on expeditions that travel into the great unknown.

Why "Perimeter Up"?

The term signifies a defensive stance used by Ground Elements in the military, securing vital terrain, caring for their own, and regrouping before continuing their mission. In the same way, we've transformed our love for witnessing the sunrise and sunset into a passion for helping others find solace in these therapeutic vistas. The Vital piece of terrain to secure is our mental health.

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Team

Co-Founder

Jonathan Clemente

Jonathan Clemente is a co-founder of Perimeter Up, driven by commitment to his fellow service members and the cultivation of community. With an extensive 18-year tenure as an Active Duty Navy SEAL, Jonathan possesses invaluable firsthand insight into the mental health challenges confronting our service members. While receiving treatment from health professionals, and the journey seeming to feel like a never ending fall, he started seeking other modalities. Originating from Sporadic off-road excursions and hikes, a profound affinity for the Outdoor therapy flourished. Jonathan co-founded Perimeter Up with Katrina Kirilchuk to provide an environment wherein service members can share their struggles build a fellowship amounts peers and embark on their journey towards healing . As co-founder Jonathan assumes responsibility for overseeing the organization’s day-to-day operations and ensuring alignment with its core mission.

Co-Founder

Jonathan Clemente

Co-Founder

Ekaterina Kirilchuk

Inspired by the ethos driving the movement, Ekaterina Kirilchuk has wholeheartedly committed herself to fortifying the establishment of the Perimeter Up Foundation. Concurrently maintaining her active engagement in military service, she channels her efforts toward advancing the Foundation's mission. With a wealth of 15 years' experience as a Hospital Corpsman, Ekaterina has adeptly navigated through a spectrum of roles, encompassing management and support functions within the Navy Reserve and Special Operations. Her academic accolades include a Bachelor's degree from Vincennes University in Homeland Security, Public Safety, and Emergency Management, supplemented by a Master's degree from Penn State in Homeland Security.

Co-Founder

Ekaterina Kirilchuk

Advisor

Giancarlo Rocco

Giancarlo is a seasoned operator currently serving as COO of AlphaTrAI Venture Studio and Advisor to Perimeter Up. Growing up working and scaling AI centric startups, his ability to wear multiple hats and perform under pressure has led him to become an trusted operator wiithin the machine learning and asset management space. Giancarlo strongly stands for the mission and purpose behind Perimeter Up, which has motivated his involvement efforts.

Advisor

Giancarlo Rocco

Advisor

Giancarlo Rocco

Advisor

Giancarlo Rocco

Director

Joseph McEvoy

Joseph McEvoy is a native of San Diego, CA. He enlisted in the U.S. Navy in July 2004 and has spent the 20 years since serving active duty as a Seabee. The Seabees have a famous quote which in part says, “With compassion for others we build, we fight…” That quote has resonated with Joseph ever since he enlisted. With compassion for others, he has been serving those in need around the world and is now shifting his efforts to serve fellow service members and first responders in need. Joseph’s thought process is to help BUILD people back up to their once-glorious selves and help them FIGHT their day-to-day life struggles through the various events that are hosted by Perimeter Up.

Director

Joseph McEvoy

Director

Joseph McEvoy

Director

Joseph McEvoy

Our Mission

Our mission is to cultivate a fellowship of nature enthusiasts among military veterans and first responders, with the ultimate goal of combating the mental health crisis within our community.

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