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Finish Line Council member Theresa Melroy has been involved with Girls on the Run-Chicago since the beginning, and has continued to stay involved as a volunteer and financial supporter. We chatted with Theresa about why she loves Girls on the Run-Chicago and her vision for our future. 

Support Girls on the Run-Chicago programming and get the chance to win a lululemon yoga bundle! 

At Girls on the Run, we know we’re stronger together. When we work with other organizations and bring their voices to the table, we can better serve our girls—we call it the Girls on the Run Relay: we all play a part in getting girls across the finish line. That’s why this Black History Month, we’re passing the relay baton to Chicago-based organizations led by Black women who each work to lift up women and girls. All month, we’ll feature their amazing work and words, and resources for you and your kids to learn more. #BHMGirlsOnTheRunRelay

Join us for our 3rd Galentine’s virtual cooking event, Galentine’s Brunch for Dinner!  

This year, we’ve partnered with Masa Madre—a Chicago-based, Latina-owned business—to host a virtual babka-making class.

We're so proud of our 2022 SoleMates team for accomplishing the incredible goal of running the Bank of America Chicago Marathon on October 9! Learn more about their positive impact on the lives of Chicagoland girls.

Give today to celebrate the International Day of the Girl with us on October 11! Our goal is to raise $10,000, which will be matched dollar for dollar by the Elliott Family (up to $10,000), to provide a total of 67 program scholarships to girls living in under-resourced communities. 

Crystal Brandy is a Girls on the Run-Chicago powerhouse! She has served as a coach for multiple seasons, SoleMate charity athlete, 5K volunteer, member of our Social Media Ambassador Team Empower Her, and more! We are incredibly grateful to Crystal’s dedication to Chicagoland girls and GOTRC, and are excited to share why she supports GOTRC, how she stays motivated during marathon training, and more. 

Join Girls on the Run-Chicago to explore the importance of play in adulthood during an evening that includes an interactive exercise with Second City's Kelly Leonard, a panel event, and networking. 

We had the pleasure of interviewing Meghan Withrow—a Girls on the Run-Chicago SoleMate charity athlete and member of our Social Media Ambassador Team Run for Her—to learn more about why she supports GOTRC, how she stays motivated during marathon training, and more. To learn more about the four-time marathoner, including her top-three running songs, click below.