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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

On January 15, 2023, Girls on the Run alum Nora Nishi, age 17, took on her biggest challenge yet and finished the Houston Marathon. We sat down to chat with her about how Girls on the Run helped her reach her goal of running her first marathon as a high school student. 

Our Social Media Ambassadors are community members who are especially passionate about Girls on the Run-Chicago's mission.

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.

Learn how first-time marathoner and SoleMate Stella Thai uses running to destress, clear her mind, and feel at-peace, while also working to give girls a supportive community that embraces them for who they are. 

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.

To continue learning more about how you can tap into the power of play, check out resources mentioned by our panelists during the event. 

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. 

Participating in sports can do wonders to a girl’s confidence, social life and health. Like anything else, some girls will be more skilled than others, but that does not mean that everyone should not give sports a try.