Objective

The objective of Girls on the Run® is to educate and empower girls at an early age in order to prevent their participation in at-risk activities. At-risk activities include substance/alcohol use, eating disorders, early onset of sexual activity, sedentary lifestyle, depression, suicide attempts and confrontations with the juvenile justice system.

We have two programs:

  • Girls on the Run® for girls in 3rd – 5th grade, and
  • Girls on Track, for girls in 6th – 8th grade.

We use running as a tool to help girls discover their personal power, but we are much more than a running program.

“I love Girls on the Run! It’s a time for me to get my running in and not be competitive with other people.” -Erykah, 6th grade, DC Prep