Success Stories

Back on My Feet starts with a run, but builds to so much more. The community supports members as they enter into the core of our program, Next Steps, where they can achieve training, education, employment and housing.

Community stories

Rising from Adversity: Dexter’s Journey from Guyana to Freedom, Success, and Advocacy in the U.S.

“My journey was really hard, but worth it. I’ve been able to help so many people. Five years ago, I came to Back on My Feet. and still I have a real team behind me all the time. It’s a real family.”

— Dexter, Back on My Feet New York, Alum

From Addiction to Empowerment: Jose’s Journey of Recovery and Community with Back on My Feet

"My whole life I was looking for community and I either couldn’t fit in or it was a community that seemed good but then led me astray. I really feel like I found Back on My Feet for a reason and now that I have the right community I can keep giving back and helping others."

— Jose, Back on My Feet San Francisco, Alum

From Addiction and Despair to Ultramarathon Glory: The Inspiring Journey of US Army Veteran Shawn

"Back on My Feet not only gave me the community and physical activity I so desperately needed, but I stand taller now, and I have more hope for my future because of the support they continue to give me."

— Shawn, Back on My Feet Austin, Alum

Austin Members & Alums

From Addiction and Despair to Ultramarathon Glory: The Inspiring Journey of US Army Veteran Shawn

Members & Alums Mentor Races Volunteers

Luis's Inspiring Journey of Redemption and Love with Back on My Feet: From Injured Veteran to Running Mentor

"With Back on My Feet's help and support, I interviewed for the job feeling confident because of the running, resume prep and interview workshops with Accenture. I had run two marathons. I could do this. And I did. I got the job. Then I applied for a promotion, and I got that too. It reinforced that you get what you put in, just like training."

— Luis, Back on My Feet New York, Alum and Volunteer...

Boston Members & Alums

Homelessness to Harvard: Norma's Inspirational Transformational Journey

"The most important thing about this program is that I got love. These people loved me until I learned to love myself again. Today, I walk with my head held higher."

— Norma, Back on My Feet Boston Alum

Chicago Members & Alums

From Homelessness to Ivy League Dreams: M's Inspiring Journey of Resilience and Achievement

"Running with people who listen, care, and cheer on my every forward step has been both healing and empowering. With the help of Back on My Feet, I have grown, risen, and now I thrive."

— Mirinia, Back on My Feet Chicago, Alum

Baltimore Members & Alums Volunteers

David's Path to Redemption: Overcoming Addiction and Finding Purpose

"I had nowhere to go but up. Back on My Feet showed me that if you show up and run and communicate with others, so many doors will open up for you."

— David, Back on My Feet Baltimore, Alum and Volunteer

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A Place to Belong: Michael’s Story of Recovery, Community, and Hope

“I love being a part of the Back on My Feet team. I love the people involved in it. I love the why. I love the connection, the inclusion and the friendships.”

— Michael, Back on My Feet Atlanta, Alum

Lafayette’s Story – From Jail to Greatness: My Back on My Feet Journey

“I didn’t hesitate. I was ready to take advantage of every opportunity to become better.”

— Lafayette, Back on My Feet Atlanta, Alum

Running for Renewal: Jabari’s Story of Recovery and Resilience

“I look at where I started and where I am now... I got back on my feet. I am back on my feet.”

— Jabari, Back on My Feet Chicago, Alum

Beyond the Darkest Point: Melvin's Story of Perseverance

“The strong foundation and good training from Back on My Feet helped me open more doors than I ever knew I could.”

—Melvin, Back on My Feet Houston, Alumni

Running Toward a Brighter Future: Bradley's Inspiring Transformation

“I hope that day never comes that I’m not with Back on My Feet.”

— Bradley, Back on My Feet Philadelphia, Alum

From Homeless to Providing Hope: Mike's Story

"I don't live in anger anymore. I'm more service oriented. I get my rewards for helping other people, whether it's volunteering at the water station, going to Circle Ups as an alumni, and giving back."

— Mike, Back on My Feet Indianapolis, Alum

From Unmotivated to Aspiring Registered Nurse

"I got a job working at a hospital as a dietary aide helping everyone from new babies to people getting intubated. My job is so rewarding, I'm actually sad when I'm not working."

— Kris, Back on My Feet Boston, Alum

How Emery Discovered Community and Purpose

"I feel like that's not even a job for me. It's just a way to give back to what was given to me freely."

— Emery, Back on My Feet San Francisco, Alum

From Isolation to Accomplishment: Jamie's Inspiring Journey

"I've recently applied and am interviewing with the Salvation Army shelter as a shelter monitor. I think it's important to give back. The homelessness situation here is very prevalent and perhaps my lived experience of having been in their situation will be inspiring."

— Jamie, Back on My Feet Seattle, Alum

Be Like Water & Continue to Flow: Artemas' Journey

"The workshops were tremendous. I was computer illiterate. I didn't know anything. What they taught me at the workshop prepared me to take classes online while I go to school."

— Artemas, Back on My Feet Dallas, Alum

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