Girls on the Run of Montgomery County, MD
Non-profit OrganizationsMaryland, United States11-50 Employees
Girls on the Run of Montgomery County, MD is a nonprofit organization delivering an after-school program for girls in grades 3 through 8. Over a 10-week period, the program combines training for a 5k with education and discussions on issues relevant to pre-teen girls as they approach adolescence, guided by trained coaches who use running activities to teach practical life lessons. The aim is to help participants become physically, mentally, and emotionally stronger and better prepared to handle adolescence and beyond. The organization operates as an affiliate of Girls on the Run International, connecting with a network of chapters across the United States and Canada. Based in Rockville, Maryland, the group serves the local community and has described recent activities including collaborations with fitness studios and events to raise awareness and support for the program.