NBC Philadelphia, one of the city’s most trafficked websites, is helping spread the word about the Philadelphia chapter’s United Way campaign, an ask that other chapters are getting involved in too.
The same advertisement that is also running on a popular Philadelphia sports blog is now one of a handful of ads rotating on a news site that attracts some half milllion unique monthly visitors.
Thanks NBC 10!
Back on My Feet Dallas-Fort Worth, the organization’s sixth chapter and first of five planned 2011 expansions, will take place on Feb. 14, 2011, Valentine’s Day.
Though we will not have our first team run and official launch until Feb. 14, we invite you to become a part of the Back on My Feet community of supporters at the 2010 Help the Homeless 5K, held Nov. 13 in Dallas.
If you’re interested in learning more or getting involved, please fill out our Dallas-Ft. Worth interest form here, and we will send you appropriate updates.
If you have thoughts on where we should expand, tell us about it here.
Joe Copage, October Member of the Month
After some tough years battling alcohol and anger, Joe found himself at St Francis House ready to look forward and build the life he knew he could.
It was here at St Francis House that Joe saw a flyer for Back on My Feet offering just that. With 100 percent attendance for each Monday, Wednesday and Friday 5:45 a.m. run and completion of his first two road races, he is well on his way.
Joe has been sober for more than 25 years. As part of his recovery, he attends meetings daily and finds running with Back on My Feet to be a great addition to his recovery program.
Member since March 2010 and team non-res Member of the Month in July, Sally Filling has quickly made a big impact on the BOMF Baltimore community.
She was recently recognized by BGE, where she currently serves as the Director of System Protection and Automation, for her involvement with Back on My Feet.
“I encountered BOMF because I was running by myself many mornings downtown. I investigated and discovered Back on My Feet. I selfishly wanted company; I didn’t expect it to impact me as deeply,” says Filling.
At its annual Power 30 Under 30 Awards ceremony Thursday, Oct. 21 at the City Club of Washington , the Apex Society honored Back on My Feet Founder Anne Mahlum by naming her to the Power 30 Under 30 for Community Service.
The Power 30 Under 30 are young professionals who have accomplished much at a young age. Despite their diverse backgrounds, ranging from humble beginnings to generations of wealth, they have one thing in common: the ability to excel at what they do on their own merit. They also realize the tremendous importance of giving back to the community to help those in need.
Each year, employees of Accenture’s Washington DC office dedicate one day to learn about their role in the local community and volunteer to help DC residents. While most other employees were sleeping in on a nice 3-day weekend, many of the folks over at Accenture were rising at the crack of dawn to participate in a Back on My Feet morning run.
Read more…
Back on My Feet Boston’s St. Francis House team had a special visit from WCVB news at one of last week’s morning runs, and this past Monday had the chance to see themselves featured on the five o’clock news on ABC.
WCVB journalist John Atwater spoke to St. Francis House team members Stephen Kargiozis and Troy Anderson about what it means to be a member of Back on My Feet and how running has helped shape their lives.
Back on My Feet is looking for an experienced and motivated individual to fill the position of Executive Director for the Boston chapter.
Find the job description here.
Check out the Back on My Feet jobs board, where all open positions with our organization are listed and updated.
Currently, we are also seeking Executive Directors in our Dallas – Fort Worth and Baltimore chapter
Hiring news can always be found on the Back on My Feet blog. You can receive automatic updates on hiring opportunities and news staff members, by way of either an RSS feed or e-mail blast, also.
“It’s 5:40 a.m., and under a street lamp on the corner of E and Second streets, a small group begins to form as they do every Monday, Wednesday and Friday. The streets are nearly empty, save a few aimless individuals resting outside the Federal City Shelter.
A couple of men ramble out of the Clean and Sober Streets section of the shelter five minutes later, clad in sweats and tennis shoes, and join the small band. They greet with hugs – everyone gets a hug, they say – and form a tight huddle in the darkness. They start off the morning with the serenity prayer, reciting in unison the lines about strength and wisdom somewhat instinctively before breaking into warm-up stretches. Soon they begin to jog. Friday’s route goes down E Street to the White House, about three miles in all. It is a break, they say, after a successful five-mile run Wednesday.”
Read the rest of Kelly’s comprehensive piece here.
Every month, each Back on My Feet chapter highlights one of its many generous sponsors and funders. See past Philadelphia Companies of the Month here and other corporate partners here. This month the Baltimore chapter would like to recognize Delaware Investments and Macquarie Group Foundation.
Back on My Feet would like to recognize Delaware Investments and Macquarie Group Foundation as our company of the month for October 2010. They have graciously supported BOMF, particularly in events such as the 4th Annual Philadelphia Bash and 20in24.
Pat Coyne, President of Delaware Investments, a member of Macquarie Group, says that the organization is honored to be recognized as Back on My Feet’s Company of the Month.
“One of our guiding principles is teamwork, and we couldn’t be more proud of the BOMF team for its amazing contribution to our community. What this organization has accomplished in such a short period of time is a true testament to the commitment and creativity of its people. We applaud their efforts and are eager to continue to work with them to help make Philadelphia an even better place for all of its citizens.”
Kathryn O’Neal-Dunham, from the Macquarie Group Foundation – Macquarie’s philanthropic arm which has supported staff’s involvement with Back on My Feet – says that all staff were actively encouraged to become involved in community organizations through giving not only financial donations, but also their time and professional expertise.
