What Rowing the Atlantic Taught Taryn Smith About Confidence, Courage, and Community
For 46 days, Taryn Smith, a Girls on the Run coach, faced the vast Atlantic alone, yet the support and spirit of her Girls on the Run community were with her
Galentine’s Day Compliments That Reflect Girls on the Run Lessons
Galentine’s Day is a moment to celebrate the friends who listen closely and help us believe in ourselves. At Girls on the Run, participants develop skills
How One Alum Brought Girls on the Run Back to Her Community
Girls on the Run showed Adriana Richards she could make a difference. Years later, she did — by helping restart
From Nervous to Natural: Stories From a First Time GOTR Coach
The new year is the perfect time to reflect on goals, embrace opportunities for growth, and say yes to new
From 13 Girls to 2.7 Million: Celebrating 30 Years of Girls on the Run
For 30 years, the Girls on the Run community has had many reasons to celebrate. Most importantly, girls are recognizing
Then & Now: A Season of GOTR Growth
The start of something new can feel nerve-racking at any age. Walking into a room of unfamiliar faces, trying something you’ve never done before, or wondering
30 Signs That Lit Up GOTR 5K Courses
Good vibes on the sidelines go a long way on 5K Celebration day. If you’ve ever attended a Girls on the Run 5K, you can agree that hand-made signs add a personal, heartfelt, yet
Every Woman’s Marathon: GOTR Staff Milestones and Memories
In the past, marathons weren’t built with every woman in mind. Too often, running spaces felt exclusive or intimidating, leaving many women
Shining Bright Together: Girls on the Run and Rowan Team Up
When girls believe in themselves and inspire others to do the same, the world shines brighter. Rowan — the leading
Zola: Living the GOTR Lessons Across the Globe
Change often brings excitement, yet for many people, especially children, unexpected shifts can rouse feelings of uncertainty. When GOTR alum Zola Barnwell’s family moved from Washington to
Celebrating Our 2025 Remarkable Volunteer Award Winners
The GOTR community, and its many remarkable supporters, breathe life into everything we do at Girls on the Run. From
Dear Younger Me: Advice We’d Give Ourselves at 10
Each year on the International Day of the Girl, we join communities across the globe in celebrating the power and