Welcome to Fort Carson's BOSS Program!

What is BOSS?

The Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers (BOSS) Program supports the overall quality of single soldiers' lives. BOSS identifies real 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.

How Does BOSS Work?

Typically, the installation Command Sergeant Major serves as the senior military advisor to the council. An installation MWR Advisor is appointed to provide guidance in planning activities, financial accountability, and marketing. Motivated single soldiers with strong senior military and MWR guidance are the backbone of the BOSS program.

Call the Fort Carson BOSS Program: 719-524-2677

History of BOSS

The BOSS program was established in 1989 to respond to the recreational needs of single soldiers. In 1991 the Chief of Staff of the Army officially expanded BOSS to include all aspects of soldiers’ lives. Quality of life, recreation, leisure and community service are the core components of the BOSS programs.
BOSS Components:

Well Being

Well being for single soldiers deals primarily with those things that the single soldiers can directly or indirectly influence to enhance their morale, living environment, or personal growth and development. Some of the issues addressed by BOSS councils include dining facilities, education, fitness centers, barracks, medical and dental care, commissary, Army Air Force Exchange Service and Sprint Phone Service. Well Being issues identified or raised during BOSS meetings are directed to the appropriate command or staff agency for resolution and resolved at the lowest level.

Recreation

Recreation and leisure activities may be planned solely by the BOSS council or in conjunction with other MWR activities. Soldiers assume the primary role in planning BOSS events. Events planned by BOSS councils should meet the needs and desires of single soldiers on the installations. BOSS councils have sponsored events such as soldier talent competitions, concerts, dances, and trips. BOSS may also coordinate with installation commercial sponsorship personnel when planning some major events.

Community Service

BOSS councils often elect to participate in community programs or projects which make a difference in the lives of others, the community, and ultimately, themselves. BOSS members have volunteered to take part in Big Brother/Big Sister, Special Olympics, and Habitat for Humanity. Some councils have developed their own programs which include sending packages to deployed soldiers and BOSS Against Drunk Drivers (BADD). This component is voluntary in nature and must be in accordance with the installation volunteer program.

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