Girls on the Run of Montgomery County, MD

Girls on the Run of Montgomery County, MD

Founded: 2006

Industries: Health Care, Health and Wellness

Headquarter: United States

Slogan: "We inspire girls to be joyful, healthy and confident using a fun, experience-based curriculum"

Description: Girls on the Run of Montgomery County is a unique, life-changing, after school program for 3rd through 8th grade girls designed to promote healthy habits and an active lifestyle. The dynamic 10-week program combines training for a 5k (3.1 mile) running race with education and interactive discussions about critical issues that will affect pre-teen girls as they reach adolescence. Trained coaches teach “life’s lessons” to girls through fun and clever running games and workouts. Our goal is that girls completing the program are physically, mentally, and emotionally stronger and better prepared to overcome the challenges and pressures of adolescence and beyond. Girls on the Run of Montgomery County is an Affiliate Council of Girls on the Run International®, which has a network of over 200 chapters across the United States and Canada.

Last Investment: Grant investment at 08 August 2023

Last Investment Investors: PLAY Sports Coalition

This after-school program promotes physical, mental, and emotional wellness for pre-teen girls through a unique combination of running, education, and interactive discussions. The recent grant investment by PLAY Sports Coalition further solidifies their position in the industry, and as an Affiliate Council of Girls on the Run International®, their network and impact continue to grow. Girls on the Run of Montgomery County, MD is an impressive initiative that aims to empower and strengthen young girls for the challenges ahead.