A SMALL, BUT MIGHTY,

Team of Dedicated Action-Takers and Changemakers.

 

What We do

Facilitating projects around the globe that are dedicated to standing beside animals, preserving and restoring natural habitats, and connecting humans to nature.

With over 20 years of experience, the Serengeti Foundation creates and supports initiatives that truly impact the protection, freedom, and sanctuary of animals, habitats, and humans.

Our Beginnings

Inspired by the beauty, fragility, and culture of the Masaai people and the prodigious landscape, the Serengeti Foundation was founded in 1997 by Bert von Roemer and his wife Christine.

Meet the Team.

  • Bert von Roemer

    FOUNDER

    Bert’s love for animals – and dream of a future where they are all able to live freely – is what moved him to start the Serengeti Foundation in 1997. In addition to being an avid outdoorsman, father, philanthropist, and coffee trader, Bert and his family have rescued many animals and currently care for four dogs, four buffalo, four mustangs, two cats, and chickens. His ultimate goal is to see the world living together harmoniously with both animals and nature.

  • Robert Lawrence

    Infrastructure and Operations | Ranch Manager

    Robert has been with the Serengeti Foundation for eight years and manages the infrastructure and operations for all our projects. Having grown up on a Texas ranch, Robert has a long family history working with horses and livestock. Robert is based full time as the Ranch Manager at Engler Canyon Ranch along with his rescued dogs and horses. He loves football, exploring rock walls, homesteads, and investigating the history around him.

  • Alex Allison

    Project Manager | The Parker Project

    Alex joined our team in 2018 after dedicating years of her life to Veterinary/Shelter medicine as a CVT both stateside and abroad. Alex's extensive experience has led her to specialize in high volume, high-quality spay & neuter surgeries. Alex coordinates and collaborates with animal groups and communities to bring remote care & preventative medicine to the areas that need it most.

    Learn more about the Parker Project.

  • Holly Myers

    Director | Wildlife, Community Projects & Admin

    Holly joined Team SF in 2017 with a wide range of skills that complemented our team. As a former Medic, Organic Master Gardener, and serial volunteer, Holly's transferrable skills have been used by nonprofits, medical clinics, and rescue groups around the globe. Currently based in Ottawa, Canada, Holly is double hatted as SF's wildlife rehabilitator and community liaison, while managing our fundraising campaigns, social media, admin & online platforms.

  • TJ Holmes

    Ranch Manager | Disappointment Valley Mustang Sanctuary

    Since 2007, TJ has advocated for and documented the wild horses of Spring Creek Basin in Southwest Colorado. In 2011, her extensive experience led to her employment with the Serengeti Foundation. TJ is an active advocate and volunteer for a number of wild horse organizations, as well as the Ranch Manager for our original wild horse project, Disappointment Valley Mustang Sanctuary.

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