Confidence, Connection, Community

In 1996, 13 girls gathered in Charlotte, N.C., for the first season of Girls on the Run. What began as one team with a bold idea has grown into a national movement that has empowered more than 2.7 million girls to know their strengths, trust their voice, and thrive in school, at home, and in their communities.

We celebrate three decades of impact and look forward to the lasting skills girls carry with them for life.

GOTRVT Impact

Children today are exposed to longstanding gender stereotypes, societal obstacles and cultural challenges that can be detrimental to their emotional and physical health. Our program helps girls recognize their potential and rise above limiting gender expectations. Girls on the Run programs are about so much more than running – they make an impact at a critical age when confidence and physical activity decline.

97% of girls learned critical life skills including resolving conflict, helping others and making intentional decisions.

97% of participants agree they can be themselves at Girls on the Run.

40% increase in physical activity among girls who were least active at the program’s start.