Girls on the Run Philadelphia

What Girls on the Run Philadelphia does

Girls on the Run Philadelphia is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit local council affiliated with Girls on the Run International, founded in 2012 to deliver evidence-based youth development programs for girls in the Greater Philadelphia region. The organization operates from its headquarters at 40 W Evergreen Ave Suite 104 and serves Philadelphia, Bucks, Gloucester, and Salem Counties, having expanded to Bucks County in July 2023 following the dissolution of an adjacent council. Core programs include Girls on the Run for 3rd-5th grade girls, Heart & Sole for 6th-8th grade girls, and Camp GOTR for summer intensive programming — all structured as 10-week curricula combining physical activity (running) with social-emotional learning, delivered by trained volunteer coaches and culminating in celebratory 5K events.

The organization's underlying "technology" is its evidence-based curriculum, validated through independent longitudinal studies showing outcomes such as 97% of participants learning critical life skills, 40% increased physical activity among least-active girls, and 94% parent-reported satisfaction. Programs are delivered through over 150 host sites (schools, community centers, faith-based organizations) and facilitated by more than 1,300 trained volunteer coaches since inception, serving approximately 1,000 girls annually with over 8,600 cumulative participants.

Revenue is generated through a hybrid nonprofit model: participant registration fees of $180-$200 per season (with a financial aid sliding scale providing $30,000+ in annual scholarships), individual donations and monthly giving, corporate sponsorships (Adidas, UPMC, GSK, Wawa Foundation, Eagles Social Justice Fund, among others), foundation grants, 5K community runner registration fees ($25-$30), and SoleMates fundraising events. The organization employs a lean paid staff (Executive Director and Program Manager) supplemented by a large volunteer base, and operates within the national GOTR affiliate framework for curriculum, brand, and infrastructure support.

Name

Girls on the Run Philadelphia

Legal name

Girls on the Run Philadelphia

Website

https://gotrphiladelphia.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2012

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Girls on the Run Philadelphia is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit local council delivering evidence-based running and social-emotional learning programs for approximately 1,000 girls in 3rd-8th grade annually across Philadelphia, Bucks, Gloucester, and Salem Counties, funded through registration fees, donations, and corporate sponsorships.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Youth Development Nonprofit Programs

NAICS

Sports and Recreation Instruction (611620), Sports and Recreation Instruction (61162), Child and Youth Services (62411), Educational Support Services (611710)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300), Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYBPAGADAJ

Arts, Sports & Recreation-Based Youth Development Nonprofits

Business & Public Services/Nonprofit, NGO & Social Services/Education & Youth Development Nonprofits

SECONDARYBPAGADAD

Youth Mentoring & Positive Youth Development Nonprofits

Business & Public Services/Nonprofit, NGO & Social Services/Education & Youth Development Nonprofits

SECONDARYEDACAHAD

Community & Nonprofit Before/After Care Programs (Early Years)

Education/Early Childhood Education/Before & After School Care (Early Years)

Keywords

• Youth development programs
• Social-emotional learning
• After-school running programs
• Nonprofit youth services
• Girl empowerment programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Philadelphia

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Program Registration Fees: Fees charged to participants for program enrollment. $200 per participant for 3rd-5th grade program, $180 for camp program. Financial aid available based on household income sliding scale.
2. Donations and Fundraising: Individual donations, monthly giving program, and Amazon Smile contributions. Annual giving campaign subsidizes registration for over 1,000 girls annually.
3. Sponsorships: Corporate sponsors provide financial support, in-kind donations, and volunteer resources. National partners (Adidas, etc.) and local sponsors (UPMC, Carpinello Orthodontics, etc.) support programs.
4. 5K Event Revenue: Community runners pay $30 and youth community runners pay $25 to participate in the celebratory 5K event. Program participants and coaches are pre-registered.
5. SoleMates Fundraising: Fundraising participants train for physical activity challenges while raising money for Girls on the Run. Participants receive fundraising pages and support.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Girls on the Run Philadelphia delivers an evidence-based, 10-week youth development program combining physical activity (running-based games and training) with social-emotional learning for girls in 3rd through 8th grade. Programs are led by trained volunteer coaches at schools and community sites, and each season concludes with a celebratory 5K event. The portfolio includes Girls on the Run (3rd-5th), Heart & Sole (6th-8th), Camp GOTR (summer intensive), the SoleMates fundraising community, and the Junior Coach leadership program.

Product overview

Girls on the Run Philadelphia is a nonprofit youth development organization offering a portfolio of physical activity-based programs for girls in 3rd-8th grade. The core programs include Girls on the Run (3rd-5th grade), Heart & Sole (6th-8th grade), and Camp GOTR (summer camp), all culminating in celebratory 5K events. Additional offerings include the SoleMates fundraising community, the Junior Coach leadership program for high school teens, and the Coaches Corner resource portal. All programs combine running/physical activity with social-emotional learning curricula delivered by trained volunteer coaches.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Girls on the Run: Core program for girls in 3rd-5th grade combining physical activity with life skills development and culminating in a 5K run.
• Heart & Sole
• Camp GOTR

Products and services

• Girls on the Run (3rd-5th Grade Program) A fun, evidence-based program for girls in 3rd-5th grade that combines physical activity with social-emotional learning. Participants attend 20 ninety-minute sessions led by certified volunteer coaches, culminating in a celebratory 5K race and includes curriculum materials, GOTR t-shirt, water bottle, healthy snack at each session, 5K registration, and finisher's medal.
• Heart & Sole (6th-8th Grade Program) A middle school program for girls in 6th-8th grade that addresses the whole girl—body, brain, heart, spirit, and social connections. Offers an inclusive place where girls feel supported to explore their emotions, cultivate empathy, and strengthen physical and emotional health over 20 ninety-minute sessions, culminating in a 5K event with registration and medal included.
• Camp GOTR A summer camp program for girls in 3rd-8th grade featuring 20 sessions of 90 minutes led by certified volunteer coaches, with a 5K race celebration at the end. Includes curriculum materials, GOTR t-shirt, water bottle, healthy snack at each session, 5K registration and medal for a $180 per participant fee.
• 5K Celebratory Event A season-ending celebratory 5K (3.1 miles) event that provides program participants of all abilities a tangible sense of accomplishment. Every participant receives a commemorative medal; community runners pay $30 and youth community runners pay $25, while program participants and coaches are pre-registered.
• SoleMates Fundraising Community A fundraising community for individuals passionate about raising money for Girls on the Run through physical activity challenges, including designated events like the Philadelphia Marathon Weekend. Participants receive personalized fundraising pages and support.
• Junior Coach Program A volunteer leadership program for high school girls aged 16-18 who want to develop leadership skills while serving as role models for program participants in the Girls on the Run sessions.

Quantifiable outcome

• 97% of girls learned critical life skills including resolving conflict, helping others and making intentional decisions
• +8 more outcomes

Named customers10 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• AdidascoreGTM or Marketing PartnerNational partner providing product support and marketing exposure. Official athletic partner of Girls on the Run International.
• Gamma Phi BetacoreGTM or Marketing PartnerNational partner organization aligned with GOTR mission. Greek-letter sorority supporting girls' empowerment programs.
• BANDminorGTM or Marketing PartnerNational partner supporting the Girls on the Run mission.
• RowanminorGTM or Marketing PartnerNational partner organization supporting Girls on the Run programs.
• The Navy YardminorGTM or Marketing PartnerStretch sponsor and venue host for 5K events in Philadelphia.

Scale indicators14 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• YWCA USA: Large established nonprofit focused on women and girls' empowerment, with local affiliates (including in Philadelphia) offering youth programming. Competes for similar grant and donor pools.
• Girl Scouts of the USA: Established national girls' youth organization with comparable age cohorts, after-school programming, and lifecycle engagement. Competes for parent mindshare and corporate sponsorships.
• Police Athletic League: Long-standing youth-development nonprofit using athletic and recreational programs to serve at-risk youth. Comparable delivery model leveraging community sites and volunteer coaches.
• Boys & Girls Clubs of America: National youth development network with school- and community-based programming emphasizing healthy lifestyles and character. Overlaps on after-school delivery and outcome reporting.

Direct peers

• Girls Inc. National nonprofit delivering research-based youth development programming specifically for girls, with comparable age ranges and life-skills focus. Competes for the same donor and corporate-partner dollars.
• Playworks: Nonprofit that places trained coaches in low-income schools to use sports and games for social-emotional development. Closely comparable on school-based delivery model and SEL outcomes.
• Girls on the Run International: The national parent organization operating the same evidence-based running-plus-life-skills curriculum across North America. Most directly comparable on program model, target population, and outcomes framework.

Emerging players

• Black Girls RUN!: National running-focused community for women and girls with mission overlap on physical activity, confidence-building, and health outcomes for an underserved female demographic.
• Big Brothers Big Sisters of America: National mentoring nonprofit pairing youth with adult role models, with overlapping emphasis on social-emotional outcomes and volunteer-driven delivery to school-aged children.

Regional players

• Students Run Philly: Philadelphia-based nonprofit that uses distance running to empower youth, culminating in marathon and half-marathon events. Direct regional competitor for youth running participants, schools, and sponsorships.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xtwitter.com/gotrphilly
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/girls-on-the-run-philadelphia
• Instagraminstagram.com/gotrphilly
• Facebookfacebook.com/GOTRPhiladelphia
• TikToktiktok.com/@gotrphilly

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

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