Nao on the Run - Raising Confidence and Money for Girls on the Run

I am running my first marathon this fall and I am running as a SoleMate to fundraise for Girls on the Run, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to creating a world where every girl knows and activates her limitless potential and is free to boldly pursue her dreams! I had an amazing opportunity to coach a wonderful and strong team this Spring in Las Vegas, and I cannot wait to show my team that I can also move mountains.

My dad ran his first marathon when I was ten years old. I was so impressed with him, I told my dad that when I turned 16 I was going to run the Chicago Marathon with him… Unfortunately I didn’t keep that promise because I probably needed some encouragement to say “yes”. When I saw that Girls on the Run was looking for SoleMates, I needed to say “yes” because Girls on the Run empowers girls (and even coaches like me) to build skills to strengthen them mentally and physically.

I hope my journey to finish my first marathon can inspire others to confidently say “yes” to new challenges, but most importantly your donations will help girls who need running shoes and financial assistance to participate in the Girls on the Run in Vegas Valley.

Thank you for supporting our future leaders (and me)!

Nao