Coach Archives

March 12, 2026

“I don’t know of any other organization that teaches girls the critical social, emotional, and physical lifelong skills that GOTR

March 2, 2026

Margot joined Girls on the Run in 2004 as a sixth grader who didn’t love running and rarely finished near

February 16, 2026

Black women have long shaped communities and culture through their leadership. At Girls on the Run, Black coaches bring that

January 30, 2026

Girls on the Run showed Adriana Richards she could make a difference. Years later, she did — by helping restart

January 20, 2026

The new year is the perfect time to reflect on goals, embrace opportunities for growth, and say yes to new

October 6, 2025

Sometimes, it takes just one coach to change a child’s life. Through the Million Coaches Challenge, a national initiative funded by the Susan Crown

September 26, 2025

Each Girls on the Run season, caring, trained coaches lead girls through our research-based curriculum that helps girls build confidence,

September 16, 2025

Meet Melissa! This bold and brave former Girls on the Run coach reminds us that it’s never too late to

June 16, 2025

Meet Amy, Khalya, Margot, and Zoe! These former Girls on the Run participants have chosen to give back and coach

June 11, 2025

Throughout every Girls on the Run season, girls develop vital life skills that nurture their physical and mental health. Among

May 6, 2025

The Girls on the Run after-school program is led by trained, caring volunteer coaches. Many GOTR coaches are teachers. Every

April 23, 2025

In honor of National Volunteer Week, we are celebrating the heart and soul of the Girls on the Run afterschool