Back on My Feet Washington, DC

12/17/2020

Our members were unstoppable in 2020, but we still need your help. Donate today to sustain our mission and our members into the new year. Backonmyfeet.org/donate

12/08/2020

Run for us, run with us - join the Back on My Feet FundRacing team! https://bit.ly/3naW2nP

Back on My Feet combats homelessness through the power of running, community support and essential employment and housing resources.

12/01/2020

*MATCH ALERT!* Donate TODAY on Giving Tuesday and up to $1000 of your donation will be matched by Stand Together Foundation. Don't miss this incredible opportunity to make your impact go even further! backonmyfeet.org/donate

10/06/2020

Check out our latest news! This will have an impact on thousands of lives across the country in the months and year to come. We are so grateful.

*NEWS ALERT* Back on My Feet is thrilled to share a $1M gift from Liz and Phill Gross to establish an Emergency Alumni Fund! Read more here: https://bit.ly/33zDypj

06/11/2020

Back on My Feet stands with the Black community. Together we stand with the courage to build up an equitable world, and we will take action to shape a better tomorrow. Learn more about our stance and actions at: backonmyfeet.org/westand

06/03/2020

Today is Global Running Day. Most years we come together today and celebrate our community and our members’ successes. But this year is different from other years.
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Today, our members face an even greater burden from the social, economic and health crises of our time. COVID-19, economic upheaval and long-time, systemic racism create uphill battles for our members and alumni that can feel impossibly steep.
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But we have hope. We believe in the dignity, value and equality of every person.
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We believe in our members and alums, and we know you do too.
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So today, run. Or walk. Or just move with a sense of purpose, knowing that as a community, we can shape a better tomorrow.

05/27/2020

Join members, alumni, volunteers, supporters from ACROSS THE COUNTRY as we show the world the as we raise awareness during this Virtual Fitness Challenge!

BoMF Virtual Fitness Challenge Round 2 is here! You loved the first one so we brought it back. More workouts from special guests - including MEB (yes THE Meb), HOKA ONE ONE athletes, and some incredible fitness instructors, as well as alumni from our own community. Workouts start May 31st! JOIN US TODAY: https://bit.ly/2X4eqE4

05/15/2020

Oh what a night! Last night, we hosted our first-ever Virtual Circle Up with more than 150 of our friends & supporters to share in an amazing program. Experience it for yourself and join others in making a gift to support those experiencing homelessness in DC. All gifts up to $1,000 will be matched TWICE. That is right - your gift of $100 will become $300! https://backonmyfeet.org/dcgala/ 💚💙

SNEAKERS OFF, HANDS IN Our work never stops short of the finish line, and this is no exception. During this health and economic crisis, our members need your help now more than ever. We are calling on our community to circle up virtually and support our members in this time of need. WATCH THE PROGRA...

05/15/2020

04/20/2020

April is Volunteer Appreciation Month! While we can’t be together physically to celebrate our amazing volunteers, we can still shine a spotlight on them from a distance! To learn more about running with Back on My Feet visit: https://backonmyfeet.org/

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Name: Jim P.
Hometown: Greenbelt, MD
Favorite D.C. Running Route: Constitution Avenue hills
Running Mantra: “Running is an individual sport; we choose to run as a team.”
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“I joined Back on My Feet because a friend was interested and I did it for moral support; I wasn’t involved in running before that. Since joining, I am more much in tune with the needs of the people around me. I don’t have a favorite BoMF memory in particular, but I am always moved by the graduation/senior member induction ceremony. It’s where I am reminded of the real impact we volunteers can have on people’s lives.”

04/13/2020

April is Volunteer Appreciation Month! While we can’t be together physically to celebrate our amazing volunteers, we can still shine a spotlight on them from a distance! To learn more about running with Back on My Feet visit: https://backonmyfeet.org
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Name: Kelly M.
Hometown: Philly
Favorite D.C. Running Route: Rock Creek Park heading north. It never gets old and I always find myself lost in the woods (in a good way).
Running Mantra: “We can definitely make this light.”
Best BoMF Memory: Can it be a tie? It's either a) training for my first marathon with BOMF every Saturday for months and then celebrating with members and volunteers over Ethiopian food after the race or b) experiencing the glory of the seagull and crab relay race at Snowlympics.
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“I always heard about Back on My Feet in Philly and was looking for a way to become more involved in my D.C. neighborhood. I loved running already and wanted to be part of a big community. On my first day 6+ years ago, I was so sleepy at 5:45am that I tripped and hurt myself running on the way to morning circle. I came very close to returning home when that happened but I'm glad I didn't, as joining that circle had a huge impact on me that day.

Back on My Feet has changed me into a morning person! More importantly, BOMF has made me a more active member of my neighborhood community, pushed me to create clear goals for myself, and allowed me to connect with members and volunteers that have become like family. I look up to a lot of the Team Petworth folks I run with each week and they push me to grow in every way. When we return back to our morning runs, I am most looking forward to catching up on ALL of the birthday jumping backs we missed. It’ll take a while!”
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04/06/2020

April is Volunteer Appreciation Month! While we can’t be together physically to celebrate our amazing volunteers, we can still shine a spotlight on them from a distance! To learn more about running with Back on My Feet visit: https://backonmyfeet.org/

Name: Jessica R.
Hometown: Washington, D.C.
Favorite D.C. Running Route: Crestwood for the pretty houses and any route during Christmas with all of the lights and decorations!
Running Mantra: “Keep showing up.”
Best BoMF Memory: A few months ago with Rob- he is FAST- he pushed me so hard and I managed to keep up.
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“I joined Back on my Feet as a 50th birthday gift to myself- I wanted to be a volunteer and to be outdoors. The biggest lesson that I’ve learned as a Back on My Feet volunteer is to keep showing up. Some mornings are rough and sometimes you’re just slow. But each day builds on the last one and it all adds up. Since joining Back on My Feet, I’m more optimistic about the world and don’t let the little things get to me. I keep it all in perspective. When we return to our morning runs, I am most looking forward to sharing our names and the “morning question.” Some of the questions really make you think and some of the answers are hilarious (i.e. share your favorite t.v. theme song...and sing it!).”