Stories
The Back on My Feet community is made up of members, volunteers, FundRacers, donors, partners, and more, coming together to achieve remarkable things. These are their stories.
Featured
Kim Fields Wins $30,000 on Celebrity Wheel of Fortune
Actress and director Kim Fields went up against Penn Jillette and Kel Mitchelle on Celebrity Wheel of Fortune for a chance to win over $1M for Back on My Feet!
From Stroke Survivor to Marathon Finisher: Sekou’s Inspirational Journey of Perseverance and Purpose
“Just decide to do something magnificent for you. It will keep you on the track
Running for a Cause: Melanie’s Journey from LA Marathon FundRacer to San Francisco Volunteer
“Volunteering with Back on My Feet has broadened my perspective, showing the diversity of homeless
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
Alumni Stories
"I got a job working at a hospital as a dietary aide helping everyone from new babies to people getting...
"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."
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"I've recently applied and am interviewing with the Salvation Army shelter as a shelter monitor. I think...
Volunteer Stories
“The people in life that glow are the people that are always helping someone else. You can see how special...
"I think the thing that I love most about Back on My Feet is the truly personal connection and relationship...
"I am diving into healthy living, meaning good sleep, good eating, exercise, volunteer work. I am contributing...
FundRacer Stories
"I want to help as many people as possible through drug and alcohol recovery. As many as I can possibly...
From Stroke Survivor to Marathon Finisher: Sekou's Inspirational Journey of Perseverance and Purpose
"Just decide to do something magnificent for you. It will keep you on the track of seeking the best possible...
“London was such a special experience and also my fastest marathon. Something about running for something...
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News
Actress and director Kim Fields went up against Penn Jillette and Kel Mitchelle on Celebrity Wheel of...
The Harlem Globetrotters joined the Fort Lauderdale Back on My Feet team for a morning run.
Baltimore volunteer, Susan Clayton, is a runner and business owner who was featured in a GoDaddy series...
Educational
Learn how people experiencing homelessness in America are negatively impacted by violence, health issues,...
Understanding the causes of homelessness and how we can address them for a stronger and more compassionate...
See over 30 creative volunteering opportunities to support Back on My Feet's members as they overcome...