PROGRAMS & PARTNERS
community programs
Junior Bulldogs
The Boston Bulldogs have launched pilot programs at the Italian Home for Children, located in Jamaica Plain and the Roxbury YMCA.
These pilot programs provide kids who are vulnerable, many of whom have been impacted by addiction, with a positive outlet for stress, a caring community of support from both peers and adults, an introduction to wellness and physical activity as a lifestyle, and an alternative to substance use. The Junior Bulldogs program seeks to address the risks and adverse effects associated with substance use before it starts.
In addition, the program combines running’s proven power to relieve anxiety and reduce stress, the feeling of support from mentoring by coaches and other participants, the empowering experience of mentoring others, and a goal-oriented culture to provide a holistic wellness experience.
The Boston Bulldogs have launched pilot programs at the Italian Home for Children, located in Jamaica Plain and the Roxbury YMCA.
These pilot programs provide kids who are vulnerable, many of whom have been impacted by addiction, with a positive outlet for stress, a caring community of support from both peers and adults, an introduction to wellness and physical activity as a lifestyle, and an alternative to substance use. The Junior Bulldogs program seeks to address the risks and adverse effects associated with substance use before it starts.
In addition, the program combines running’s proven power to relieve anxiety and reduce stress, the feeling of support from mentoring by coaches and other participants, the empowering experience of mentoring others, and a goal-oriented culture to provide a holistic wellness experience.
Giving Back
The Boston Bulldogs Giving Back program is a community engagement initiative that was launched in spring 2019 in South Boston and has since expanded to each of the towns that are home to a chapter of the Boston Bulldogs Running. The Boston Bulldogs Giving Back program provides clothing, shoes, outdoor gear, refreshment and compassion to individuals who have been impacted by addiction. The Boston Bulldogs make regular visits to recovery programs and shelters and continues to grow with the generous help of Club members and the community at large.
Through their Giving Back program, the Boston Bulldogs are currently pursuing opportunities to support healthcare workers and other first-line responders in our community who are heroically serving all of us in the fight against COVID-19. The Club is providing catered meals to the doctors, nurses, and other essential staff at several local hospitals, and the Italian Home for Children. The Boston Bulldogs have arranged delivery of meals to the staff of the BMC Emergency Department, the housekeeping and facilities staff at the BIDMC Campus in Plymouth for, a Boston-based EMT team. The Bulldogs also arranged for the delivery of bagels and coffee to the members of the Quincy Police Department from a local Bulldog-owned café and a staff appreciation lunch to the employees at the Italian Home for Children.
The Boston Bulldogs Giving Back program is a community engagement initiative that was launched in spring 2019 in South Boston and has since expanded to each of the towns that are home to a chapter of the Boston Bulldogs Running. The Boston Bulldogs Giving Back program provides clothing, shoes, outdoor gear, refreshment and compassion to individuals who have been impacted by addiction. The Boston Bulldogs make regular visits to recovery programs and shelters and continues to grow with the generous help of Club members and the community at large.
Through their Giving Back program, the Boston Bulldogs are currently pursuing opportunities to support healthcare workers and other first-line responders in our community who are heroically serving all of us in the fight against COVID-19. The Club is providing catered meals to the doctors, nurses, and other essential staff at several local hospitals, and the Italian Home for Children. The Boston Bulldogs have arranged delivery of meals to the staff of the BMC Emergency Department, the housekeeping and facilities staff at the BIDMC Campus in Plymouth for, a Boston-based EMT team. The Bulldogs also arranged for the delivery of bagels and coffee to the members of the Quincy Police Department from a local Bulldog-owned café and a staff appreciation lunch to the employees at the Italian Home for Children.
partners & resources
Gavin Foundation
The Gavin Foundation is a nonprofit agency providing comprehensive adult, youth and community substance abuse education, prevention and treatment programs. Established in South Boston in 1963, the Gavin Foundation serves over 5,000 individuals each year offering a continuum of care to individuals, support services to their families, and programs to increase community awareness and acceptance regarding addiction and recovery. In the Fall of 2017 the Gavin Foundation partnered with the Boston Bulldogs Running Club to promote wellness in recovery at weekly runs from the Devine Recovery Center in South Boston and through other Boston Bulldogs events and programs.
Devine Recovery Center |70 Devine Way | South Boston MA 02127| 857-496-1384
www.gavinfoundation.org
The Gavin Foundation is a nonprofit agency providing comprehensive adult, youth and community substance abuse education, prevention and treatment programs. Established in South Boston in 1963, the Gavin Foundation serves over 5,000 individuals each year offering a continuum of care to individuals, support services to their families, and programs to increase community awareness and acceptance regarding addiction and recovery. In the Fall of 2017 the Gavin Foundation partnered with the Boston Bulldogs Running Club to promote wellness in recovery at weekly runs from the Devine Recovery Center in South Boston and through other Boston Bulldogs events and programs.
Devine Recovery Center |70 Devine Way | South Boston MA 02127| 857-496-1384
www.gavinfoundation.org
Beacon Hill Athletic Club
Located in the heart of Brookline Village at the intersection of Harvard and Washington streets, this club is the quintessential neighborhood spot. The club features state-of-the-art cardiovascular and weight training equipment and an extensive group exercise schedule including Zumba, Pilates, boxing, several muscle conditioning classes and more. With showers, steam rooms and complimentary towel service, you can easily get your workout in before or after work or during your lunch break. The Club has been a generous and loyal Boston Bulldog supporter and sponsor from the beginning.
279 Washington Street | Brookline, MA 02445 | (617) 277-8600
Located in the heart of Brookline Village at the intersection of Harvard and Washington streets, this club is the quintessential neighborhood spot. The club features state-of-the-art cardiovascular and weight training equipment and an extensive group exercise schedule including Zumba, Pilates, boxing, several muscle conditioning classes and more. With showers, steam rooms and complimentary towel service, you can easily get your workout in before or after work or during your lunch break. The Club has been a generous and loyal Boston Bulldog supporter and sponsor from the beginning.
279 Washington Street | Brookline, MA 02445 | (617) 277-8600
Bournewood Health Systems
Since 1884, dedicated to providing compassionate psychiatric and substance use treatment services. A member of the Brookline community and a leader in the clinical community, Bournewood has been a long-time supporter of the Boston Bulldogs. As a lead sponsor of the annual Run for Recovery as well as an advocate and resource for the Boston Bulldogs wellness programs, Bournewood Health Systems is an important part of the Boston Bulldogs community.
300 South Street | Brookline MA 02467 | 617-469-0300
Since 1884, dedicated to providing compassionate psychiatric and substance use treatment services. A member of the Brookline community and a leader in the clinical community, Bournewood has been a long-time supporter of the Boston Bulldogs. As a lead sponsor of the annual Run for Recovery as well as an advocate and resource for the Boston Bulldogs wellness programs, Bournewood Health Systems is an important part of the Boston Bulldogs community.
300 South Street | Brookline MA 02467 | 617-469-0300
Marathon Sports
The location has served as the home of Marathon Sports Brookline since its doors opened in 1998 and has contributed generously to the Boston Bulldogs since their inception.
1638 Beacon Street | Brookline, MA 02445 |617.735.9373
brookline@marathonsports.com
The location has served as the home of Marathon Sports Brookline since its doors opened in 1998 and has contributed generously to the Boston Bulldogs since their inception.
1638 Beacon Street | Brookline, MA 02445 |617.735.9373
brookline@marathonsports.com
Mayor's Office of Recovery Services
The Mayor’s Office of Recovery Services supports substance use disorder and addiction recovery strategies in the City, working to give more people access to the support they need. The office also builds key partnerships with City, State, and community partners and is the first municipal recovery office in the United States.
For individuals, friends, or family members seeking support, call 311 or 617-635-4500.
774 Albany Street | Boston, MA 02118
The Mayor’s Office of Recovery Services supports substance use disorder and addiction recovery strategies in the City, working to give more people access to the support they need. The office also builds key partnerships with City, State, and community partners and is the first municipal recovery office in the United States.
For individuals, friends, or family members seeking support, call 311 or 617-635-4500.
774 Albany Street | Boston, MA 02118
The Phoenix
The Phoenix, originally incorporated as Phoenix Multisport, began in Boulder, CO in 2006. By offering experiential activities such as rock climbing, boxing, strength training and yoga, Phoenix helps participants build confidence and find the support they need to live fulfilling lives in recovery. The Boston Chapter launched in July 2015, offering five weekly events at various venues throughout the city.
Phoenix recently celebrated the Grand Opening of a new facility in Newmarket Square. Since re-launching programs in the new building in May 2018, the space has served as a hub of recovery, offering free fitness classes, space to partner with complimentary organizations and a gym open to the public that supports our workforce development program – Per Ignem Fitness.
All Phoenix events are free to anyone with at least 48 hours of continuous sobriety and are led by certified instructors who are peers in recovery.
54 Newmarket Square Boston | www.thephoenix.org
The Phoenix, originally incorporated as Phoenix Multisport, began in Boulder, CO in 2006. By offering experiential activities such as rock climbing, boxing, strength training and yoga, Phoenix helps participants build confidence and find the support they need to live fulfilling lives in recovery. The Boston Chapter launched in July 2015, offering five weekly events at various venues throughout the city.
Phoenix recently celebrated the Grand Opening of a new facility in Newmarket Square. Since re-launching programs in the new building in May 2018, the space has served as a hub of recovery, offering free fitness classes, space to partner with complimentary organizations and a gym open to the public that supports our workforce development program – Per Ignem Fitness.
All Phoenix events are free to anyone with at least 48 hours of continuous sobriety and are led by certified instructors who are peers in recovery.
54 Newmarket Square Boston | www.thephoenix.org
Road Runners Club of America
The Boston Bulldogs Running Club is a 501(c)3 member of the Road Runners Club of America (RRCA). The RRCA is an association of running clubs, training programs, running events, runners and corporate supporters. Growing the sport since 1958, the RRCA is the largest distance running organization in the U.S., with over 2500 member clubs and events representing millions of runners.
The Boston Bulldogs Running Club is a 501(c)3 member of the Road Runners Club of America (RRCA). The RRCA is an association of running clubs, training programs, running events, runners and corporate supporters. Growing the sport since 1958, the RRCA is the largest distance running organization in the U.S., with over 2500 member clubs and events representing millions of runners.
Sparking Life
Sparking Life Sparking Recovery has a mission of promoting organizations that acknowledge the impact of exercise on the brains of the young, the aging, and particularly those with behavioral challenges such as addiction.
Check out the video and visit http://sparkinglife.org to learn more and get involved.
Sparking Life Sparking Recovery has a mission of promoting organizations that acknowledge the impact of exercise on the brains of the young, the aging, and particularly those with behavioral challenges such as addiction.
Check out the video and visit http://sparkinglife.org to learn more and get involved.