On My Feet Ltd

On My Feet (OMF) is a registered Australian charity founded in Perth in 2015, empowering individuals at risk of, or experiencing homelessness to rebuild their lives through structured, evidence-based programs focused on physical wellbeing, social connection, and pathways to independence.

We work in collaboration with shelters and community partners to recruit participants into our welcoming, volunteer-led weekly sessions, including morning walks with coffee catchups, coached evening training, and Saturday parkruns. Participants are given OMF shirts and socks, joining a supportive network that fosters routine, self-worth, and belonging.

Participants showing strong engagement are guided into tailored running/walking events and training programs which help with goal setting and confidence. Wrap-around support includes mentorship and access to regular workshops covering life skills, employment readiness, and wellbeing. OMF also supports pathways to employment, matching participants with aligned job opportunities where possible. Many remain connected to our community post-employment for continued support and stability.

One of our flagship initiatives, and the focus of this funding proposal, is our 8-week women’s program. It specifically supports women recovering from trauma, housing insecurity, and domestic and family violence through structured exercise sessions, mentoring, health education, and community reconnection.

Our impact is driven by over 55 active volunteers, including UWA medical students, Notre Dame exercise physiology students, allied health professionals, and executives, delivering over $750,000 in volunteer time annually.

At its core, OMF uses the power of exercise, mentorship, and community to help vulnerable people rebuild their sense of self-worth and their lives, one step at a time.

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