Non-Compete Clause

I, as a volunteer of Girls on the Run, agree to the following:

1) I will not deliver the Girls on the Run International program or any similar program unless I am working as an employee or volunteer of Girls on the Run. 2) I will not create or help develop a program that has similar goals and structure to that of Girls on the Run within a two-year period of my attendance at the Girls on the Run Coaches Training. 3) I understand that all printed materials given to me are under copyright and may not be reproduced in any way unless written permission is received. 4) I will abide by the logo usage guidelines and obtain approval from Girls on the Run staff if I am unsure of its use.

Logo Guideline Agreement

I agree to the following logo usage guidelines:

1) I understand that all printed materials given to me are under copyright and may not be reproduced in any way unless written permission is received. 2) I will not alter, change or adorn the logo in any way and agree to adhere to the guidelines set forth in the Branding Guidelines.3) I understand that the Girls on the Run logo and curriculum are property of Girls on the Run International, and are in no way available for personal use.

Program Consent, Release, and 5k Waiver: I am a volunteer with Girls on the Run. I understand that during the program, I will be involved in outdoor physical activities. Physical reactions to exercise may include heat-related illness, abnormal heartbeats and blood pressure and, in rare instances, events such as heart attacks. While GOTR takes all reasonable precautions, we can make no guarantees regarding these and other risks. Recognizing the risks of the program, I hereby release, discharge and agree to hold harmless, and to indemnify each of Girls on the Run and Girls on the Run International, their owners, directors, officers, contributors, sponsors, employees, contractors, agents and assigns against and from any causes of action, claims, demands, damages, costs, loss of services, expenses, compensation, all consequential damages and attorneys' fees (regardless whether pursuant to the laws of any county, state or country) claimed by, through or on behalf of me related directly or indirectly to the program (including without limitation the 5k event), and specifically including any and all claims for personal injuries sustained while participating in program activities without regard to negligence or negligent conditions. In addition, I hereby authorize Girls on the Run, if after a reasonable attempt has been made to reach an emergency contact to obtain consent, or if sound medical practice decrees that there is not time to make such an attempt, to consent to any x-ray examination, anesthetic, dental, medical or surgical diagnosis or treatment, and hospital care, to be rendered to me under the general or special supervision and on the advice of any physician or surgeon who may treat me, and consent to any x-ray examination, anesthetic, dental, medical or surgical diagnosis or treatment and hospital care, to be rendered to the volunteer by any healthcare professional who may treat me. I agree to pay for any such treatment and to reimburse Girls on the Run for all costs and expenses it may incur related to such treatment.

Photo Release: I hereby grant to GOTR the absolute and irrevocable right and permission, in respect of the photographs/videos that have been or will be taken of me or in which I may have been included with others, to copyright the same, in the name of Girls on the Run or otherwise; to use, re-use, publish, and republish the same in whole or in part, individually or in conjunction with other photographs and videos, and in conjunction with any printed matter, in any and all media now or hereafter known, and for any purpose whatsoever; and to use my name in connection therewith. I hereby release and discharge GOTR from any and all claims and demands arising out of or in connection with the use of the photographs and videos, including without limitation any and all claims for libel or invasion of privacy.

Authorization: I expressly agree that this consent is intended to be as broad and inclusive a release of liability as permitted by applicable law and that if any portion thereof is held invalid, it is agreed that the balance shall, not withstanding, continue in full legal force and effect. I hereby warrant and represent that I am 18 years old or older; I have carefully read this consent and agree to its terms and conditions, that before signing this agreement I had the chance to ask questions; and I am aware that by signing this consent, I assume all risks and waive and release certain substantial rights that I may have or possess against Girls on the Run. To the extent permitted by applicable law, I hereby irrevocably and unconditionally waive trial by jury in any legal action or proceeding related to this agreement. I have fully read the above permissions, policies, and releases. I understand them and I expressly agree to them. I hereby certify that there are no contraindications to my participation in the Girls on the Run program. This permission and release is binding on me and my executor, administrators and heirs.

Coach Responsibilities and Commitment

With my signature below, I affirm that I have read and understand Girls on the Run Policies. I agree to comply with the policies and will cooperate in their implementation. Without limiting the scope of the policies, I specifically agree to the following:

1) I will not make changes to the participant roster, nor add or remove any participant without prior consent from Girls on the Run.

2) I will notify Girls on the Run of any potential Coaches or Practice Session Volunteers prior to allowing them to attend a session.

3) I will not conduct any Girls on the Run Session without the required two adults present.

4) If I am unable to attend a Girls on the Run session, I will make every attempt to find a Substitute Coach in conjunction with the Girls on the Run office. Coaches should never supply their own substitutes without prior discussion with Girls on the Run.

5) I will report any suspected cases of child abuse to Girls on the Run.

6) I will not initiate contact with or accept supervisory responsibility for youth outside of Girls on the Run programs.

7) I will not communicate with youth outside of Girls on the Run programs via written, electronic or other means without express approval.

8) I will not disclose any personal information about the participants, including but not limited to photos, a girl’s last name, home or other physical address, e-mail address, telephone number, Social Security number, school, routine, activities, location, family information, finances, health and/or other information about girl or their family.

9) I agree to report any accidents or incidents that happen during Girls on the Run sanctioned activities to Girls on the Run staff within 48 hours using the Accident/Incident report form.

10) I agree to keep the Emergency Contact List and Participant Health Forms with me during every Girls on the Run sanctioned activity.

11) I will not serve as a public spokesperson for a Girls on the Run council or the Girls on the Run organization without the written consent of Girls on the Run.

12) The Girls on the Run Curriculum is the property or Girls on the Run and I will return it at the end of the season.

13) I will appear and behave in a manner consistent with the mission, vision and core values of Girls on the Run at all times while acting as a representative of Girls on the Run, including electronic, written and verbal communications.

14) I understand the Girls on the Run has the right to add, remove or change policies at their discretion.

15) I understand that failure to abide these policies can result in disciplinary action, up to and including removal.

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2026 Spring 5k Volunteer Recruitment