The impact Girls on the Run makes is dependent on dedicated volunteers like you, who are committed and passionate about our mission and vision.
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.
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.
Additional Volunteer Opportunities
SoleMates 20-Miler
With the Chicago Marathon just around the corner, we have an exciting volunteer opportunity with Girls on the Run-Chicago. This year, we have a team of 328 SoleMate charity athletes running the Bank of America Chicago Marathon while also fundraising for Girls on the Run-Chicago.
On Saturday September 21st, some of these runners will take on their longest training run of the season—20-miles!—in preparation for race day, and they need your support! This event is led by Fleet Feet Training X Chicago Endurance Sports, and Girls on the Run-Chicago will be cheering on runners and passing out water at the water station on course. We are looking for volunteers to join us, and would love to see you there! Plus, you will receive a Girls on the Run 25th Anniversary t-shirt!
Date: Saturday September 21stTime: 8:30 AM - 12:30 PMLocation: Start/Finish is located directly across from the Ulysses S. Grant Monument, near the south end of the Lincoln Park Zoo parking lot (2045 N Lincoln Park W, Chicago, IL 60614). We may be further north for the aid station.
Click here to register to volunteer!
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.
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.