Rally Your Group to Empower Girls! Volunteer at the GOTRLA 5K Event

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QUICK OVERVIEW
Join Girls on the Run Los Angeles for an inspiring day as a 5K volunteer! Perfect for groups who want to make a real impact in just a few hours, this uplifting event celebrates courage, confidence, and the power of community. Your team can help create an unforgettable experience for hundreds of girls and families.

MISSION
At Girls on the Run Los Angeles, we empower girls in grades 3-8 to be joyful, healthy, and confident through a fun, experience-based curriculum that incorporates running. We envision a world where every girl realizes her potential and feels unstoppable.

IMPACT
By volunteering, you’ll be helping over 400 youth participants adn their families cross the finish line with confidence, pride, and a big smile. Every cheer, high-five, and kind word contributes to a day they’ll never forget. Show them there’s no limit to what a girl with confidence can achieve!

VOLUNTEER ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Volunteers make this event exceptional! Your team might:

• Greet and Guide: Welcome guests, assist with parking, and direct runners to check-in.
• Boost the Fun: Lead stations like face-painting, bib decorating, or the cheer card creation.
• Support Along the Course: Hand out water, encourage runners at key points, or cheer from the sidelines.
• Celebrate & Wrap-Up: Hand out medals, share high-fives at the finish line, and help with post-race cleanup.

Each role is critical in making every runner feel like a winner. Bring your energy, smiles, and enthusiasm!

REQUIREMENTS

• Time Commitment:
  2-4 hour shifts available based on your group’s preference. Start times vary, generally between 7:00 am and 12:00 pm.
• Ages: Volunteers 15+ welcome (groups with younger members can contact us to discuss options).

Individual and group roles are available. Groups of 5 or more, please reach out to bhill@gotrla.org directly to ensure the best placement for your team’s interests and abilities.