BOSS Program - Fort Benning DFMWR

Who's the BOSS?

Almost half of all U.S. Army Soldiers are single. The Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers program was founded in 1989 to provide recreational activities for the Army's unmarried population. The program was expanded in 1991 in an effort to address any issue or concern that might affect the single Soldier's quality of life. And while single Soldiers are the backbone of the BOSS program, it is open to all Soldiers and authorized MWR patrons.

Our mission is to:

Enhance the quality of life for single and unaccompanied Soldiers
Help Soldiers plan and conduct leisure and recreational activities of their preference
Provide an opportunity for Soldiers to participate in and contribute to local communities
Identify 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 and events are suggested, planned and supported by BOSS Soldiers. Some activities may be in conjunction with previously planned Family and MWR activities. All activities and events are coordinated through the 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.