Girls on the Run- An Organization Founded in Charlotte that Helps Promote Confidence and Life Lessons

Girls on the Run was founded in 1996 in Charlotte. The goal is to create confidence by providing per-adoloscent girls life skills and lessons to help during when they need it most. At the end of the 20 week program, the girls participate in a 5k (3.1 mile) race. The 501C3 organization is now international, and has thousands of volunteers every year.

Mission

"We inspire girls to be joyful, healthy and confident using a fun, experience-based curriculum which creatively integrates running."

 I sat down with Jessica Otto, council director of Girls on the Run Charlotte to learn more about the wonderful organization.

   

 For more information, visit Girls on the Run Charlotte at www.gotrcharlotte.org