Girls on the Run has fun, evidence-based programs that inspire all girls to build their confidence, kindness and decision making skills. Dynamic lessons instill valuable life skills including the important connection between physical and emotional health.

The Girls on the Run NYC 5K celebrates our program participants and their 10-week season of learning about the importance of taking care of our emotional and physical health. As girls from across the city come together to achieve their goals on 5K day, they depend on volunteers like you to help them shine!

At Girls on the Run, teaching critical life skills is the cornerstone of our research-based programs. Meeting in small teams, trained volunteer coaches inspire girls of all abilities to strengthen confidence and other important life skills through dynamic, …

Go on a marathon journey with Girls on the Run NYC as a SoleMate in the 2025 TCS New York City Marathon! Raise funds to allow us to inspire confidence and joy in more girls while you train for this iconic race on November 2, 2025.

Girls on the Run has a long-standing and unwavering commitment to building a world where every girl can know and activate their limitless potential. From coast to coast, Girls on the Run is dedicated to inclusion, diversity, equity and access at all levels of our organization.

Girls on the Run NYC serves the Bronx, Brooklyn, Manhattan and Queens. Check often as teams confirm for the season before 2/14. Registration opens 1/15 at 9am for select teams.

In accordance with our Privacy Policy, Girls on the Run will not sell your information. Our Culture Our mission, vision and core values are at the heart of everything we do.

We are committed to making Girls on the Run accessible to all who want to particpate! Thanks to generous donors and community supporters, program scholarships are available to any family who needs it, and we can also provide appropriate running shoes and attire if necessary.

Girls on the Run makes a stronger impact than organized sports and physical education programs in teaching life skills such as managing emotions, resolving conflict, helping others and making intentional decisions.

Girls on the Run coaches are trained volunteers who lead a team of participants through a season of powerful and fun lessons. You do not need to be a runner; you simply need to have a desire to support and encourage the next generation.