“Running is the space in my day when I feel the most beautiful – when I don’t feel judged by others and that’s what I want for all little girls”

Want to use the power of running to make a difference in the life of a girl?  Join Girls on the Run SoleMates, the charity running “leg” of Girls on the Run of the Greater Chesapeake.

We are a team of male and female athletes who pursue individual goals, such as running a marathon, to raise money for Girls on the Run of the Greater Chesapeake programs and scholarships. By joining Girls on the Run of the Greater Chesapeake SoleMates®, you can play a vital role in ensuring the future success of Girls on the Run programs that impact on the lives of thousands of young women every year.

We run in celebration of health! We are motivated to make a difference in the future of girls by introducing healthy habits and an active lifestyle!

We run to show what is possible. The experience of a SoleMates athlete mirrors the experience of a girl in the GOTR program – both learn lessons about goal setting and achievement, perseverance, motivation, overcoming obstacles and inspiration. These athletes step across the finish line and experience a moment when their sense of what is possible becomes limitless!

Just as SoleMates® members are changed by their experience, GOTR uses running to transform the way girls see themselves and their opportunities. Our ultimate goal is to raise enough money to reach every girl and to inspire them to know and activate their limitless potential and to boldly pursue her dreams.

I’m Ready!! How Do I Get Started?

When you register, you can select one of our Greater Chesapeake partner events or an event of your choice. We support you doing any event at any distance!  Please note that registration for SoleMates does not include registration to the actual race you choose to participate in while raising money for Girls on the Run. You will still need to register for the event of your choice independently. These are two separate registrations.

Registration for SoleMates® is $26. Each team member agrees to raise a minimum of $262 by securing donations from friends, family or corporate sponsors. We support our runners every step of the way with effortless on-line fundraising programs and loads of motivational instructions.

CLICK HERE TO JOIN OUR TEAM!!