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GIRLS ON THE RUN
2019 ANNUAL REPORT
A
YEAR
OF
IMPACT
Building confidence, DEAR FRIENDS,
transforming lives Stop, Breathe, Think, Respond, Review. This refrain is to ensure that any girl who wishes to participate
from a Girls on the Run lesson about the importance in our transformational programming may do so.
We believe that ALL GIRLS are born with of pausing to intentionally reflect on our thoughts New partnerships were formed with the Beau Biden
before taking action. As we enter a new decade, we too Foundation and Darkness to Light to expand resources
power and purpose. Together, we inspire want to pause and reflect upon all Girls on the Run has and training for our coaches in the areas of safety and
girls to unleash their infinite potential and accomplished in 2019. youth protection and work continued with the National
unstoppable strength. Center for Health, Physical Activity and Disability
A critical initiative that came to life in 2019 was the to ensure girls with cognitive, physical and sensory
launch of Mission Advancement Markers. These disabilities can fully participate in all of our programs.
eighteen Key Performance Indicators were developed We want every girl to have a safe, warm and welcoming
and implemented to strengthen the organization’s experience and our 2019 parent study validated this
ability to use data insights to serve more girls while work with 92% of parents reporting that their girl felt
maintaining our high level of quality. Designed to like she belonged at Girls on the Run.
deepen our council network’s awareness of areas
of success and opportunity, Mission Advancement Much like a long run, our journey over the last 23 years
Markers will be instrumental to the effective has included pacing ourselves to overcome any uneven
prioritization of future growth strategies. terrain or uphill climbs that came our way. Throughout
it all, your support has been the fresh air in our lungs
To ensure we are prepared to thrive in the decade and the wind behind our back allowing us to grow
ahead, we also spent significant time in 2019 finalizing stronger. Indeed, your commitment to Girls on the Run
a comprehensive national technology strategy. It is has made it possible for 1.9 million girls to participate
94% 97% 96%
designed to maximize the efficiency and connectedness in our transformational programming, setting their lives
of the various platforms the organization relies on to on a powerful course of joy and purpose.
advance our mission. These enhancements will allow
our staff and volunteers to focus their time and effort A new decade awaits us. Let’s celebrate all we have
where it is most needed – directly impacting the lives achieved and find inspiration in all that will reveal itself
of parents reported it was of girls said they learned of schools would offer of the girls we serve. on the road ahead. Together, we will continue our
a valuable experience for critical life skills the program again journey, with strength in our stride.
Lastly, our long-standing commitment to access
their girl
and inclusion remained a central focus in 2019. Over
With gratitude,
the course of the year, Girls on the Run International
raised and distributed over $1.8 million to our councils Elizabeth Kunz, CEO + Kristin Lesher, Board Chair
OUR MISSION OUR VISION Girls on the Run
is a program like
no other E EX
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We inspire girls to be joyful, We envision a world where every TH
healthy and confident using a fun, girl knows and activates her We are so much more than
experience-based curriculum which limitless potential and is free to running. Our evidence-based IN
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creatively integrates running. boldly pursue her dreams. curriculum and national N ES LUSIVE ENVIR
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volunteer training distinctly & ME
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of our programs are designed
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to meet the unique needs of
OUR CORE VALUES every girl, inspiring her to build
confidence, decision making
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skills and the strength to stand
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up for herself and others.
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Recognize our power and Embrace our differences Express joy, optimism and AS THEY GROW
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responsibility to be intentional and find strength in our gratitude through our words,
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in our decision making connectedness thoughts and actions RI
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Lead with an open heart and Nurture our physical, Stand up for ourselves
assume positive intent emotional and spiritual health and others
Meet Zamiyah
Overcoming adversity through joy
When Zamiyah was six years old, her family
moved away from her hometown, leaving
behind a strong and supportive community.
She endured bullying and name-calling
almost daily at school, which took a toll on
her self-esteem.
Then her mom discovered Girls on the
Run as an after-school program. Now that
Zamiyah has been a GOTR girl for three
“
seasons, her mom has seen an enormous
shift in her overall well-being! While Before Girls on the
Zamiyah used to be reserved and unhappy,
she’s now energetic, confident and full of
Run, I didn’t have many
life. Girls on the Run sparked Zamiyah’s friends. Now, I have
childlike joy again!
friends who support
me and make me feel
happy about my life.
OUR MARATHON GOALS
Advancing the National Movement
1 3
Our organization is 2 Our organization
inclusive, relevant
and engaging Our council
is known and
respected Over 1.9 million girls Largest 5K
network is strong
transformed series
and thriving
In 2019, we piloted key Pediatric Exercise Science
initiatives to elevate safety published a paper by Maureen
and inclusion at Girls on the A strong and thriving council R. Weiss, Ph.D. on the
Run. In partnership with the network will allow Girls longitudinal change in positive
National Center on Health, on the Run to sustainably youth developmental outcomes
$13 million
100,000+
Physical Activity and Disability expand our national impact (e.g., confidence, connection,
(NCHPAD), we developed and serve more girls. In 2019, caring) and physical activity in scholarships provided to
resources and training to
enhance our ability to serve
we introduced Mission
Advancement Markers
titled “Girls on the Run: Impact
of a Physical Activity Youth
volunteers 90,000+ girls
girls with physical, intellectual to measure organizational Development Program on
and sensory disabilities. In progress toward our vision Psychosocial and Behavioral
collaboration with Darkness to and support strategy setting Outcomes”. In addition, Girls
Light, a leader in sexual abuse and decision making. on the Run was one of only
prevention training, we created fifteen organizations selected
a customized training module
to be included in our National
to present at a public
listening session to inform $47 million 200,000+ girls
Coach Training. the development of a National in council revenue served in 2019
Strategy on Youth Sport.
Giving ALL girls a place to belong Girls on the Run is the only physical activity-based youth development program for girls with proven curriculum, trained coaches and a commitment to serve all girls regardless of race, ethnicity, socioeconomic status, religion, gender identity or ability.
Meet Annie
“ At Girls on the Run,
I feel accepted and
confident in my
Discovering true confidence
When Annie was born, her parents
were told she might never learn
They enrolled her in Girls on the
Run, where Annie became confident
to walk as a result of bilateral in her true self with the help of
abilities. I didn’t even congenital clubfoot. Despite kindness, acceptance and friendship
stop when I ran the 5K! Annie’s ongoing treatments and from her teammates and coaches.
surgeries, her parents wanted to After crossing the 5K finish line, her
find a program that would empower mom shared that “Girls on the Run
Annie to find confidence through isn’t about Annie’s inability...It is
movement. about her abilities. It is about her.”
OUR PARTNERS NATIONAL PARTNERS
Girls on the Run is grateful for the generous financial
support and contributions from corporations, foundations
and organizations that advance our mission of transforming
the lives of girls across the country. Our partners elevate
awareness of our programs, supply crucial volunteers and
support the collective organization’s most pressing needs.
They share in our vision of inspiring, encouraging and
strengthening confidence in the next generation of women.
FOUNDATION PARTNERS
DICK S
SPORTING GOODS
®
Bill and Sharon Allen
Family Foundation
CORPORATE SPONSORS
Statement Year Ended June 30, 2019
2019 Financial Information
of Activities Without Donor
Restrictions
With Donor
Restrictions
Total
Support, revenue and other income (loss):
Sponsorships $952,704 $- $952,704
Contributions and grants 1,991,609 1,909,818 3,901,427
9% 10% 8%
Membership and renewal fees 1,655,829 - 1,655,829
4%
Merchandise sales 1,492,367 1,492,367
14%
Registration fees 342,829 342,829 11%
16%
Training 226,944 - 226,944 8%
Fundraising events (net) 133,441 - 133,441
Investments (net) and other 628,416 - 628,416 42%
$7,424,139 $1,909,818 $9,333,957 60%
18%
Net assets released from restrictions:
Satisfaction of time restrictions $366,448 $(366,448) $-
Satisfaction of purpose restrictions 562,206 (562,206) -
REVENUES & SUPPORT EXPENSES
$928,654 $(928,654) -
$9,333,957* $7,947,344*
Total support, revenue and other income (loss): $8,352,793 $981,164 $9,333,957
Sponsorships Council Service Delivery
Expenses: Contributions & Grants Program Development & Training
Council service delivery $4,734,399 $- $4,734,399
Membership & Renewal Fees GOTR Charlotte
Program development and training 1,120,875 - 1,120,875
Merchandise Sales & Royalties General & Administrative
Girls on the Run of Charlotte 610,239 - 610,239
Registration Fees Fundraising Costs
General and administrative 856,098 - 856,098
Fundraising costs 625,733 - 625,733 Other
$7,947,344 - $7,947,344
Change in net assets $405,449 $981,164 $1,386,613
Net assets (beginning of year) $3,079,152 $951,337 $4,030,489
*The financial information for Girls on the Run International solely represents the activities of National Headquarters
Net assets (end of year) $3,484,601 $1,932,501 $5,417,102 and does not include the financial position or activities of independent Girls on the Run councils or subsidiaries.BOARD OF DIRECTORS
KRISTIN LESHER CHAIR KRISTIN KELLEY
Wells Fargo The Intersect Group
We believe ALL Washington, DC Atlanta, GA
girls have power
RAKESH GOPALAN VICE CHAIR HEIDI LEVINE
McGuire Woods Sidley Austin LLP
Charlotte, NC New York, NY
and potential
CHRIS COTTON TREASURER JULI MARLEY
Summit Park Blue Point Capital Partners
Charlotte, NC Charlotte, NC
SHEILA MCGINLEY-GRAZIOSI SECRETARY DEBORAH PLEVA
Cigna Pleva Consulting
Bloomfield, CT Portland, OR
JENNIFER EBBITT SONALI RAJAN, MS, EdD
X: The Moonshot Factory Columbia University
Los Altos, CA New York, NY
Thank you to Holly Ramer and Phyllis Finley who completed
their board service in 2019.801 East Morehead Street, Suite 201
Charlotte, NC 28202
704.376.9817
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