OUR MISSION:
We inspire girls to be joyful, healthy and confident using a fun, experience-based curriculum which creatively integrates running.
THE PROGRAM:
Girls on the Run® is a 501(c)3 positive youth development program which combines an interactive curriculum and running to inspire self-respect and healthy lifestyles in pre-teen girls. Our core curriculum addresses many aspects of girls’ development – their physical, emotional, mental and social well-being. Lessons help girls make positive decisions to avoid risky adolescent behaviors. At the end of each program the girls run a celebratory 5K to experience the exhilarating feeling of accomplishment. However, at Girls on the Run, the finish line is just the beginning, as our ultimate goal is to provide the girls with tools and resources that develop their ability to think critically - a skill that will serve them well for a lifetime.
OUR GOAL:
Girls on the Run is growing by leaps and bounds! In the past year alone, we have experienced amazing growth in the number of girls we serve! Our goal is to continue this kind of growth until we can reach as many girls in our area as possible. We invite you to join us by helping us financially to expand to more schools and offer scholarships to girls who otherwise would not be able to afford this transformational program. You tax deductible gift helps us provide programming to every interested girl - giving the leaders of tomorrow the skills they need today.
AZ CHARITABLE TAX CREDIT:
You can empower girls at NO cost to you!
Girls on the Run serving Maricopa & Pinal Counties is a Qualifying Charitable Organization for the Arizona Charitable Tax Credit. This means that if you make a donation up to $800 per married couple filing jointly or $400 per individual, you will receive a dollar-for-dollar tax credit. For example, if your state taxes owed were $950 and you made a qualifying donation of $400, you would reduce the amount of state taxes you owe to $550. This means that your donation cost you nothing and you had a say in where your tax dollars are spent.
No itemizing is necessary to take advantage of this tax credit! And, you can combine this credit with others including public and private school credits. Please contact a qualified tax advisor for advice on your personal tax situation.
Some Donation Ideas Include:
Contribute to Program Supplies: $10
Provide lesson materials for a Team: $25
Provide healthy snacks for a GOTR team for a season: $75
Sponsor a girl for an entire season: $180
Provide training for coaches: $400
Arizona Charitable Tax Credit: up to $400 for an individual and $800 for a married couple filing jointly!
Thank you in advance for your support!
* Please note: You may be able to double or triple your donation impact! Please check with your employer about company match programs.
