This month, petparknride is investing in Girls on the Run. We will be donating 2% of August sales to support their programming that strengthens third to eighth grade girls’ social, emotional, physical and behavioral skills through running.

Girls on the Run's Programs

• Girls on the Run, grades 3-5: inspires girls of all abilities to recognize their individual strengths, while building a sense of connection in a team setting. Volunteer coaches facilitate lessons that blend physical activity with life skill development to enable girls to adapt to whatever comes their way. At the end of the season, the team completes a 5K together, which provides a tangible sense of accomplishment and sets a confident mindset into motion.
• Heart and Soul, grades 6-8: meets the unique needs of girls of all abilities in 6th-8th grade. The program considers the whole person – body, brain, heart, spirit and social connection. Heart & Sole offers an inclusive place of belonging, where girls feel supported and inspired to explore their emotions, cultivate empathy and strengthen their physical and emotional health. At the end of the season, all program participants complete a 5K.

Local Impact

Founded in 2004, Girls on the Run West Michigan has been dedicated to making an impact on girls' lives in our community.

• Over 25,000 girls served
• More than 500 volunteers annually
• Over 100 locations
• 2 seasons per year

Visit the Girls on the Run website to learn more about their organization.