BOSS Program

Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers (BOSS) is a program that supports the overall quality of life for single Soldiers. BOSS identifies well-being issues and concerns by recommending improvements through the chain of command. BOSS encourages and assists single Soldiers in identifying and planning for recreational and leisure activities. Additionally, it gives single Soldiers the opportunity to participate in and contribute to their respective communities. Motivated single Soldiers with strong senior military and FMWR guidance are the backbone of the BOSS Program.

Mission of BOSS

To support the overall quality of life (QOL) for single and unaccompanied Soldiers
Encourages and assists Soldiers in identifying, planning, organizing, and conducting leisure and recreational activities of their preference
Provides an opportunity for Soldiers to participate in and contribute to local communities
Identifies issues and provides mechanism to recommend improvements through the chain of command

Components of BOSS

Quality of Life/Well Being: Quality of life confronts issues that can directly or indirectly influence the morale, living environment and or personal growth and development of single Soldiers. Some examples include problems in the dining facilities, single Soldier living quarters, parking, PX/Commissary issues, and utility issues such as telephone or cable service.
Community Service: Community service activities are planned in conjunction with outside on- and off-post agencies. Many existing programs contact us to provide volunteer support for their projects, which have proven to be worthwhile for everyone involved. Soldiers acknowledge that volunteering their time and talents makes a noticeable difference in their lives and in the lives of others through their participation. All of our community service projects provide the opportunity to spread awareness about the BOSS program while demonstrating the outstanding character of BOSS Soldiers.
Recreation and Leisure: Ideas for recreational trips/events are suggested, planned, and supported by BOSS Soldiers. Some activities may be in conjunction with previously planned FMWR activities. All activities and events are coordinated through the FMWR BOSS Advisor and BOSS President. All activities must receive BOSS military and civilian chain of command approval. Money raised through various BOSS fundraising activities often pay for a portion of the Soldier's expenses associated with the activity or event.