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Down but
not out.

Everyone has one more fight within them. We stand beside people in recovery, and the children affected by a loved one’s addiction, until they rise again.

Discover. Connect. Celebrate.

Built by people who’ve been down.

At the heart of our work is a dual commitment: to empower individuals on their journey to recovery and to support children impacted by a loved one’s struggles with addiction.

We are a dedicated non-profit organization driven by a shared mission to transform lives through resilience and recovery. Founded by individuals who have faced and overcome their own struggles, our program was inspired by a powerful question: Can our collective experiences be the catalyst to guide others in recovery toward a brighter future?

Our Story
A Standing 8 member training in boxing gloves and a Standing 8 Foundation shirt
One more fight
within everyone
01

Recovery support

We provide a nurturing environment that fosters personal growth, resilience, and a renewed sense of purpose.

02

Kids & families

We offer specialized resources and programs designed to create stability, understanding, and hope, helping them navigate the challenges they face and build a brighter future.

03

Community events

Weekends, games and fundraisers that bring recovery out into the open and the neighborhood in.

Event recap

Summer Games 2026

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Photo from Summer Games 2026
Photo from Summer Games 2026
Photo from Summer Games 2026
Photo from Summer Games 2026
Photo from Summer Games 2026
Photo from Summer Games 2026
Photo from Summer Games 2026
Photo from Summer Games 2026
Standing 8 members training at Steele Boxing
Standing 8 members training at Steele Boxing
Standing 8 members training at Steele Boxing
Standing 8 members training at Steele Boxing
Our story
“We believe in the strength of the human spirit—that everyone possesses the courage to rise again. Together, we fight for hope, healing, and a better tomorrow. Because everyone has one more fight within them!”

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