Girls on the Run Georgia
Girls on the Run Georgia, a council of Girls on the Run International, proudly serves children in 3rd-8th grades in Athens, Greater Atlanta, and North Georgia. Our mission is to inspire girls to be joyful, healthy and confident using a fun, experience-based curriculum which creatively integrates running. Our programs are designed to enhance participants' social, emotional and physical skills to successfully navigate life experiences. Our fun, interactive lessons meet the unique needs of participants of all abilities and backgrounds. Since our council’s inception in 2000, we have unlocked the power and potential in our more than 40,000 participants and made a lasting impact on our community through participant-led service projects.
I decided to become a Girls on the Run coach when I read about the principles and core values of this program. Girls in upper elementary school often struggle with image, self-worth and defining who they are. I want to help these girls build a firm character foundation and a mentally and physically healthy future! – Bonnie, Coach
Financials
Programs
Girls on the Run - 3rd-5th grade
Girls on the Run inspires individuals of all abilities to discover, build, and grow their self-confidence. Together, they experience a sense of belonging and connection as a team. Volunteer coaches facilitate lessons that blend physical activity with life skill development, including managing emotions, fostering friendships, and expressing empathy. At the end of the season, the team completes a Community Impact Project and a 5K together, which provides a tangible sense of accomplishment and sets a confident mindset into motion.
Heart & Sole - 6th-8th grade
Our Heart & Sole middle school program is designed to meet the unique needs of 6th-8th grade girls of all abilities. The program considers the whole person – body, brain, heart, spirit and social connection. Heart & Sole offers an inclusive place of belonging, where participants feel supported and inspired to explore their emotions, cultivate empathy and strengthen their physical and emotional health. At the end of the season, all team members complete a 5K.
Volunteering + Events
Become a Coach
Coaches are the heart of our program! Each season, two or more volunteer coaches inspire and guide a team through our tried-and-true curriculum. If you're ready to directly make an impact, then this role is for you.
ADDITIONAL VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
The impact Girls on the Run makes is dependent on dedicated volunteers like you, who are committed and passionate about our mission and vision. There are several ways for individuals and groups to become involved, including the following opportunities:
Season Prep
Outreach Team (represent GOTR at events)
5K
Inventory Management
Merchandise Management