Our Mission

Haven exists to inspire those ready to embody the new paradigm; centered on community, food sovereignty and living in harmony with nature, our mission is to provide a space for healing.

OUR FOUNDERS

Joseph Hawley

Joseph is a former professional athlete turned entrepreneur. He retired from the NFL in 2018 after an 8 year career which propelled him on a journey of self-discovery and healing. After traveling the world searching for the deeper meaning of life, studying different philosophies and ancient healing modalities, he’s come to know himself and his purpose. He offers his heart in service to the great awakening and collective paradigm shift we’re moving through on this planet. He became initiated in fall 2023 after completing his 4 day, 4 night vision fast with the organization Rising Man. He runs heart activation and wilderness adventure retreats all over the world through his organization The Härt Collective. He met his wife Sarah in March 2020 and they bought Haven together a year later.

Co-Founder, CEO

Retreat Partnerships,

Land Steward

Sarah Hawley

Sarah is a powerful woman who desires to move closer to nature. She has been holding a vision for community living and food sovereignty for the past 25 years. Originally from Australia, she has traveled the world visiting over 60 countries before landing in the United States. She is a serial entrepreneur who has started multiple 7-figure business in a wide variety of fields including financial services, remote work staffing, tech start-ups and property management. Now, her focus is on being the best mother to her 3 year old son and newborn baby who she free-birthed unassisted at Haven. She has a growing passion in supporting woman in reclaiming their initiatory birthright of free-unassisted child birth.

Co-Founder, COO

Community Management,

Permaculture Design

Our vision

Haven provides a safe space for facilitators to bring people together with the intention of healing. Our thriving community lives (semi) off-grid while we work towards complete food sovereignty. Our vision is to live more connected to nature, cultivating a flourishing community to support one another through the great paradigm shift we’re in the midst of. 

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  • sustainablility.

  • Healing.

  • Soveriegnty.

  • truth.

  • Regenerative.

  • Community.

Rent Haven for your next retreat

Discover a tranquil oasis nestled in 72 acres of natural beauty at Haven, the premier retreat center in central Texas. Whether you're a retreat facilitator or seeking a rejuvenating escape, we invite you to contact us to learn more about our offerings and experience the warm embrace of Haven. Choose us as your sanctuary and let us guide you on a transformative journey towards peace and renewal.

Farming at Haven

One of our main goals at Haven is to achieve food sovereignty by planting a food forest and using regenerative agriculture practices. Keep up to date with our progress and see how you can support by clicking below.