A volunteer and community-run page celebrating the work of Back on My Feet in Chicago. With your support, the communities we build together around the U.S.
Back on My Feet empowers people to overcome their struggles with homelessness and/or addiction through the power of fitness, community, and essential employment & housing resources. Changing old habits, discovering fresh perceptions of self, and transforming their futures. Operating in over 15 cities nationwide, Back on My Feet recruits members at homeless shelters and rehabilitation facilities. O
06/07/2022
We had a RUNderful time with our friends from On who helped our community come together and celebrate Global Running Day this past weekend as we got to try on their newest shoe models, enjoy a fun run through the park, and play some running games (like 3 legged races) together.
05/31/2022
We had a great time at the CARA GoRun Community Race this past weekend with over 20 members joining and many of them crossing their very 1st finish line!
12/13/2021
This past weekend we had our first community event to celebrate the holidays since 2019! We braved wild winds, snow, and Chicago style cold -- even so it felt really good to be back together!!
07/09/2021
Great morning run views with great community 👣
All 3 of our Chicago teams are officially back ‘up and running’ - come join us!
Click here for more info on volunteering with Back on My Feet: https://backonmyfeet.org/get-involved/volunteer/
06/02/2021
Did you hear?
FundRacer incentive extended! To celebrate Global Running Day, anyone who signs up to FundRace with us in Atlanta, Chicago, London OR Berlin by Friday, June 4th will get a free pair of HOKA ONE ONE shoes!
https://backonmyfeet.org/get-involved/fundraise/hokapromo/
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05/27/2021
Join us on June 9th for our 2021 Gala at 7pm CST/8pm EST hosted by journalist TV personality Tomeka Jones — featuring performances by Broadway’s Mariah Lyttle and DJ Kris Karver. We’ll highlight amazing stories from our members and alumni as we raise support and awareness for our life-changing mission. Come celebrate with us at our biggest circle up yet! Learn more and buy tickets now support.backonmyfeet.org/gala
05/25/2021
On the fence about running the Chicago Marathon? Let us help convince you with a free pair of HOKA ONE ONE shoes! Register today!
05/17/2021
Two of our BoMF Chicago teams are back 'up and running' - come join us!
We're looking for new volunteers to join us for morning run/walks as well as to work virtually with our members on workforce development (resume writing, interview prep, etc.) To learn more or sign up to join our community, click here: https://backonmyfeet.org/get-involved/volunteer/