“Our goal has been to help people become more self-confident, more self-assured, and find that power that we often turn over to someone else.”
Founder Debbie Goldberg Mercer

Beyond the Finish Line is a nonprofit organization dedicated to bringing fitness programs to communities that might otherwise not have them.
We strive to help participants develop:
Esteem as goals are met and progress is made
Community through supportive coaches and other participants
Spirituality as perspectives and attitudes change
Good Health as a natural treatment for depression and lethargy
The Possibilities are Endless
Possible Venues:
- Shelters
- Rehabilitation Centers/Halfway Houses
- Schools
- Support Groups
- Community Centers
Possible Activities:
- Power Walking
- Running
- Dancing
- Yoga
- Stretching & Flexibility
- Group Sports such as Basketball, Softball, Volleyball, Flag Football
Possible Participants:
Men, women and children who are facing serious challenges in their lives.



