Sign up for summer camp!

April 8, 2019 by ·

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In response to requests received from girls and families, Girls on the Run is delighted to announce the release of a brand-new summer program, Camp GOTR —and we could not be more thrilled to offer it to incoming 3rd through 5th grade girls along with our partner, Lincoln Land Community College College For Kids.

Camp GOTR combines everything that makes the Girls on the Run program effective with all the fun of camp! 

During the week-long session led by GOTR coaches, girls will enjoy building friendships in a fun and inclusive setting that includes interactive games, being physically active, and expressing creativity through arts and crafts and storytelling. Click here to find out more!

  • Dates: Monday – Thursday, June 17-20, 2019
  • Times: 8:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. (drop off available at 8:00 a.m.)
  • Location: Lincoln Land Community College, Trutter Center
  • Fee: $135 (includes Camp GOTR t-shirt, Camp GOTR bracelet, and all handouts/materials/journals)
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Register now for our 5k and save $5!

April 8, 2019 by ·

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We love it when our community members join us in celebrating with the girls as they cross the finish line during our spring 5k. Whether you cheer from the sidelines or run alongside the girls we want you to be a part of the party! Registration is now open for the celebratory run that will be held at Lincoln Land Community College on May 18, 2019. Register by 4/26 for early bird pricing!

Race Day Schedule

8:30am – Family-Friendly Activities

10:00am – Celebratory 5k

The 5k is the culmination of our 10-week program and gives each girl the opportunity to achieve the goals they’ve been working towards all semester long! 

Remember, girls who are currently participating in our program do not need to register for the run, but we encourage family, friends, and community supporters to participate!
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We need your help!

April 8, 2019 by ·

Do you wish you had an awesome GOTR shirt just like Dave’s? It could be yours for free if you sign up to volunteer at our spring 5k on May 18th!

We are expecting over 1,000 participants at our event which means we’re going to need a lot of help to make this year the best yet! In fact, we will need the support of over 100 volunteers to make our 5k a success and ensure the safety of our girls.

No matter what your skill set is we have something for you! Volunteer positions include packet pick-up, water stop, course marshal, face painting, race sweeper, and many more!

Click here to find out more information or if you’re ready to commit today, click below to register!

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Get Powered Up for our Spring 5k

March 4, 2019 by ·

We are already getting ready for our Spring 5k!The celebratory run will be held at Lincoln Land Community College on May 18, 2019 and registration is now open!

Race Day Schedule

8:30am – Family Friendly Activities

10:00am – Celebratory 5k

The 5k is the culmination of our 10-week program and gives each girl the opportunity to achieve the goals they’ve been working towards all semester long! 

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Remember, girls who are currently participating in our program do not need to register for the run, but we encourage family, friends, and community supporters to participate in the 5k or to cheer on the girls from the sidelines.
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We need your help!

March 4, 2019 by ·

We are expecting over 1,000 participants at our spring 5k which means we’re going to need a lot of help to make this year the best yet! In fact, we will need the support of over 100 volunteers to make our 5k a success and ensure the safety of our girls.

No matter what your skill set is we have something for you! Volunteer positions include packet pick-up, early set-up, first aid, face painting, race sweeper, and many more!
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Click here to find out more information and to sign up as a 5k volunteer!
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Girls on the Run season begins March 4th! Deadline extended

March 1, 2019 by ·

As we are gearing up for another exciting season of Girls on the Run, don’t forget, there is still time to register. The deadline has been extended through March 8th for sites that still have spots. Check our website to find out if your site is still available!

It’s hard to believe, but as of today we have now registered over 9,000 participants through our local program! What a way to kick off our 15th year!
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We would also like to welcome several new sites to the Girls on the Run team! Please join us in welcoming Harvard Park, Pepper Ridge Elementary, Whittier Elementary, and our newest Heart & Sole team at Triopia. We have also expanded our territory this season to Schuyler County to add a team at Webster Elementary.
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Spring program registration OPEN!

February 13, 2019 by ·

Spring 2019 registration will open Wednesday, February 13th at 9:00am. Spring season will begin the week of March 4th and the community 5k will be held in Springfield on Saturday, May 18th.
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How to register:

Online registration is preferred. You can register on February 13th at 9:00am here. If you need computer access, talk to your school or stop by the GOTR office at 907 Clocktower Drive in Springfield. To register by phone, call the office at 217-726-9808.

Enrollment:

Enrollment in GOTR is limited to 15 girls per team! Most of our teams chose to conduct first come, first serve enrollment, therefore it is important to register your girl early. However, the following schools will have a lottery-based registration process due to high interest at those sites: Glenwood Elementary, Farmington Elementary and Owen Marsh Elementary. For more information on the lottery process, click here.

If you need information about our program fees, scholarship information, and payment plans, please click here.
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Record Breaking Fundraiser!

February 13, 2019 by ·

Our 15th anniversary was LIT!
On February 2, 2019 we hosted our Light the Way celebration in honor of 15 years of Girls on the Run of Central Illinois.

Over 130 of our supporters came out to Ace Sign Museum for an evening of great food, signature drinks from Tito’s, a silent auction, Fund a Star live auction, and raffle. And because of everyone that donated their time, money, and energy to make this event possible, we were able to raise a record-breaking $30,000.
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This year, we also had a couple of exciting things to share:

  • We unveiled our first ever professionally-made Girls on the Run video. It was powerful hearing directly from the girls about how our program has impacted their lives. Click here to check out the video.
  • We have a lot of dedicated volunteers who have given years of their time to our program. We wanted to honor them, so this year we gave a Star Power Award to the 9 coaches who have participated in at least 15 seasons. Those amazing coaches are listed below:

Michele Bates

Christi Becker

Sue Landgrebe

Angela Madison

Angi Resch

Deb Shultz

Gwen Smith

Christi Sullivan

Mary Tuttle
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It’s time to apply for our Founder’s Scholarship

February 13, 2019 by ·

Do you know a Girls on the Run of Central Illinois alumna that is attending college this coming fall? Encourage them to apply for our Founder’s Scholarship by March 1st! 

This scholarship was established in 2013 by Deb Shultz, our founder, and her family. It is a one-time award of up to $1,500.

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Click here to find out more about the scholarship and how to apply.
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Host your own team!

January 11, 2019 by ·

Help us make our 15th anniversary as remarkable as your girls by hosting Girls on the Run at your school! Since 2004, our council has benefited over 9,000 girls through our life-changing program and we believe your girls would truly benefit from the experience.

There is still time to host a team this spring! Contact lara@gotrcentralillinois or visit our website at GOTRcentralillinois.org/starting-a-girls-on-the-run-program.Email Image

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