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Volunteer

The impact Girls on the Run makes is dependent on dedicated volunteers like you, who are committed and passionate about our mission and vision.

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Become a Coach

Coaches are the heart of our program! Each season, two or more volunteer coaches inspire and guide a team through our tried-and-true curriculum. If you're ready to directly make an impact, then this role is for you.

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Become a junior Coach

Junior Coaches are needed to inspire the next generation! Our Junior Coach program is for high school girls aged 16 to 18. Beyond serving as a role model to program participants, Junior Coaches work alongside Coaches, strengthening their leadership skills and gaining a sense of belonging and purpose.

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Additional Volunteer Opportunities

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Volunteer Opportunities

Volunteer at our large-scale 5K on May 9th.

Day of volunteer opportunities include: 

Activities Volunteers - Volunteers at the activity stations help the girls with varying projects and crafts at the 5K. Time commitment is 4 to 5 hours. This volunteer opportunity is great for parents, teens, and groups.   

Registration Volunteers - Assist with 5K registration. Time commitment is 3-4 hours. This volunteer opportunity is best suited for groups and individuals over 18 years of age. 

Hospitality Volunteers - Includes: bus greeting, assisting with runner refreshments, medal distribution at the finish line, and assisting attendees at the information and merchandise tents. Time commitment is 4 to 5 hours. This volunteer opportunity is great for parents, teens, and groups.  

Pre-Event opportunites include:

Pre- Event Day (Wednesday ,Thursday, Friday) Includes: preparing and packing team kits with bibs and T-shirts for coaches to pick up and distribute on event day. The time commitment is 4 to 5 hours, the location will be at our partner organization's warehouse located in Chicago. This is a great opportunity for individuals who want to volunteer but aren’t available on event day. We will be providing lunch, snacks and drinks. This role you can choose to volunteer for a single day or multiple days. Each day is capped at 15 people and will close once the maximum is reached.

 

Pre- Event Day (Friday) Includes: onsite at Grant Park setup,  prepping site flags, setting out tables, and ground signage. The time commitment is 3 to 4 hours. This is a great opportunity for individuals who want to volunteer but aren’t available on event day. This role you can choose to volunteer for a single day or multiple days. Each day is capped at 15 people and will close once the maximum is reached.


Help us pack coach awards:

We will be packing coach awards depending how how many seasons they have coached with us and distributing them either at our large-scale 5K or by mail. This event will take place on April 21st from 3pm-5pm at our office in River North. If you are interested in lending a helping hand please email Zoe at zkim@gotrchicago.org or by texting her at 312-392-2586

 

Group Opportunities

Are you part of a group or organization that wants to make an impact on our community? Girls on the Run would love to have you get involved with our program. Here are a few ways you can make a difference while working together.

  • Volunteer together at a Girl on the Run 5K event – from cheer teams to water stations to handing out medals at the finish line and more – there are numerous ways for you to help bring this joyful end of season celebration to life!
  • Support with one-day volunteer opportunities.
  • Volunteer for or financially support a team for a season. 
  • Financially support a team for a season. 
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Get Involved

Want to volunteer, but can't commit to a full season of coaching? Fill out our volunteer interest form and we’ll connect with you.