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You can watch the video at the top right corner of the screen.
http://abcnews.go.com/WN/PersonOfWeek/story?id=4003180&page=1
Here is the website
http://backonmyfeet.org/main/index.html
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Anne Mahlum is a 27-year-old marathoner. And on her predawn runs in Philadelphia, she kept passing a group of homeless men.
"They would say, 'Hi' or they would say 'Hi Anne' or 'There's the crazy runner.' 'How many miles are you doing?'" Mahlum recalled. "And they would smile and sort of applaud and cheer for me, while I would start my day."
But one day in May, Mahlum said, "I looked back, and I was like, 'I am cheating these guys. Why am I just running past them and leaving them there?'" [continued]
"Anne Mahlum's Homeless Running Club: Inspiring Change" is a program created by Anne Mahlum that uses running as a tool to inspire and empower individuals experiencing homelessness to make positive changes in their lives. It combines running with community support and resources to help individuals improve their physical and mental well-being and work towards finding stable housing and employment.
The Homeless Running Club was started in 2007 by Anne Mahlum, a runner and social entrepreneur. She was inspired to start the program after noticing a group of individuals experiencing homelessness running near her apartment every morning. She wanted to create a safe and supportive space for them to continue their passion for running while also providing resources and opportunities for personal growth and change.
The program offers a variety of benefits to individuals experiencing homelessness, including physical and mental health improvements, a sense of community and belonging, and access to resources for housing, employment, and education. It also promotes self-esteem and confidence, and helps individuals set and achieve personal goals.
There are several ways to get involved with the Homeless Running Club, including joining a running group, volunteering, or donating. You can find more information and ways to get involved on their website or social media pages.
Yes, the program has been very successful in helping individuals experiencing homelessness make positive changes in their lives. Many participants have found stable housing and employment, improved their physical and mental health, and gained a sense of community and support. The program has also expanded to multiple cities across the United States, reaching a larger number of individuals in need.