Girls on the Run serving Maricopa & Pinal Counties
Non-profit OrganizationsArizona, United States2-10 Employees
Girls on the Run serving Maricopa & Pinal Counties is a nonprofit organization focused on physical activity-based youth development for girls in 3rd–8th grade. Operating in the Phoenix metro area, the program offers a curriculum that combines running with life-skills lessons, delivered by certified coaches to help participants understand their self-worth, build healthy relationships, and contribute to their communities through service projects. Each season features small, twice-weekly sessions in teams, culminating in a celebratory 5K event that provides a tangible sense of achievement and goal-setting framework. Since 2004, the organization has engaged thousands of girls and families across the Valley, supported by a network of coaches and volunteers in the region. A recent event noted on the organization’s site underscores ongoing community participation and commitment to empowering girls to pursue their goals with confidence.