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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Additional Volunteer Opportunities

We have a role for you!

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Sparkle Squad

GOTR Miami is now recruiting members with the passion, skills, experience, availability, and interest to help us expand our reach and put our mission into motion to join the Sparkle Squad volunteer group.

The Sparkle Squad is a group of committed volunteers that will support planning and implementing events and programs such as the GOTR 5K, coach training, SoleMates, marketing, outreach, development, and program and operational efforts. Members support projects and activities based on their availability and interest.

Some examples of Sparkle Squad projects include but are not limited to:

  • Assembly of team supplies
  • GOTR 5K promotion and prep
  • Volunteering at coach training
  • Lead volunteer roles at the GOTR 5K
  • Conducting site visits
  • Representing GOTR at community events
  • Delivering materials to sites

Although these opportunities are flexible based on your schedule, general expectations for Sparkle Squad members include:

  • Attendance at GOTR 5K
  • Participation in a variety of impactful project/volunteer opportunities
  • Participation in optional social events
  • General support of GOTR via friend and fundraising
  • Being a GOTR Ambassador via social media

Requirements:

  • Background check
  • Commitment to one season
  • Coach Training Strongly Recommended (4 hours online at your own pace, 2 hours in-person)

5K Volunteers

Our end of season 5K provides a tangible sense of accomplishment to participants. To celebrate and make the experience one to remember, there are many opportunities to get involved.

  • Registration
  • Medal Station
  • Water Station
  • Happy Hair Stations
  • Running Buddy opportunities, where we invite family members and/or trusted friends to run alongside participants. 
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Two Girls on the Run participants smile while working with a volunteer

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 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. 

Project or Skill-Based Opportunities

Our council is seeking volunteers who can support on a project-by-project basis. Our current needs are: graphic design, photography and videography.

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Two Heart and Sole participants smile while running in the program

Internships

Our council can create internship opportunities on an individual basis, helping you get the most out of your experience. Focus areas: volunteer recruitment, program support, marketing, communications, social media, graphic design, videography, operations, special events and fundraising.