Run or Walk the Season Finale 5K with a GOTR Girl!

Each season Girls on the Run participants celebrate their achievement and success by coming together from all across LA County to run a 5k as one big, exited, strong Girls on the Run of Los Angeles County (GOTR LA) team.  This event is the very thing they have spent 12 weeks training for, and this day is the culmination of their accomplishments!  This spring the girls will be participating in  the Santa Monica Classic 5K on Sunday, May 20th. 

REGISTER AS A SOLEMATE NOW


 

What is SoleMates 5K?

Because it is a special day filled with excitement and contagious enthusiasm, many community supporters want to be a part of it!  The SoleMates 5K offers that opportunity.  As a member of the SoleMates 5K team, you will have the opportunity run or walk with one of our incredibly inspiring Girls on the Run girls in their season finale 5K.  The SoleMates 5K also offers supporters – parents, coaches, and friends – a chance raise funds to support GOTR LA.

 

Fundraising Commitments and Support

When you join SoleMates 5K you also make a financial commitment to our girls.  We request a $25 non-refundable Commitment Pledge upon registration, which goes toward your fundraising. We also ask that you raise a minimum of $125.  This commitment plays a vital role in ensuring the future success of Girls on the Run of LA programs. We will support you every step of the way with an easy-to-use fundraising web page, a creative fundraising guide, simple tips and plenty of support.  It’s easier than you may think!

 

We’ll Get You Ready for the 5K

Don’t worry!  We know the girls have been training for weeks for this event, so we will help you prepare as well.  When you become a SoleMates 5K team member we will provide you with a 5K Training Program to help you get ready for the big day!

 

Complimentary Race Entry and GOTR Shirt

If you raise a minimum of $125 by May 1, we will cover your entry into the “Santa Monica Classic” ($40 value) and provide you with an official Girls on the Run t-shirt so you’ll be truly a part of the Girls on the Run Team.

 

It’s Easy to Get Started!

Register for SoleMates 5K through our easy online registration.  You’ll soon receive information on how to set up your personal fundraising page and an easy-to-follow fundraising guide.  You’ll soon be on your way to achieving your fundraising goal!  Register now!

 

Your Fundraising Dollars at Work

Girls on the Run programs combine training for a 3.1 mile running event with self-esteem enhancing, uplifting workouts. Our goal is for every girl in Los Angeles to have the opportunity to be a Girl on the Run, regardless of background or income.  No girl is ever turned away for inability to pay.  Your fundraising dollars will allow GOTR LA to provide scholarships to girls who otherwise could not afford this life-changing program. $175 will support one girl for an entire season of Girls on the Run!

 

Don’t forget to ask if your or your donors’ employers match charitable contributions!  Donations made to GOTR LA are tax deductible; we are a 501c3 non-profit organization (20-5115367).

 

Want to Run in a Different 5K?

The SoleMates 5K program supports any 5K you wish to participate in, not just the GOTR LA Season Finale 5K.  So, find a 5K race you like and join us!

Still Have Questions?

We look forward to having you as a SoleMates 5K supporter. If you have questions, please do not hesitate to call 626-590-4770 or email solemates@gotrlosangeles.org.

If you are interested in volunteering as a Community Running Buddy (no fundraising required), please visit: http://gotrlosangeles.org/volunteer/running-buddy/ .