Girls on the Run NYC Spring 2024 5K Celebration - VOLUNTEERS Sparkle Runner

Volunteer at the Girls on the Run Spring 2024 5K Celebration!

Girls on the Run NYC seeks volunteers to support the success of our end-of-season 5K that celebrates the commitment of our program participants in setting and achieving a tangible goal: complete 3.1 miles! 

Volunteer roles vary and have specific arrival times. Please review the categories below and choose one that best suits you!

7:30am Start: Field Team —> Finish Line
Field Team volunteers setup and break down team site flags, manage our exciting start and finish line, and support program participants as they complete the 5K by guiding them safely back to their coaches. Assembling flags and some heavy lifting of sandbags and will be required. This is a critical role, and we encourage you to join us early in the morning. :)  All volunteers must complete a background check.

8:00am Start: Registration & Activity Station Teams –> Course Support
Registration volunteers help check-in runners then cheer on the course once the 5K run/walk begins. Activity station volunteers help generate excitement for the girls and families with fun activities before the 5K begins, which can also include supporting bag check and the GOTR Shop. All volunteers must complete a background check.

9:00am Start: Course Marshal Team
Course Marshal serve as cheerleaders along the course as they support program participants and their running buddies! They help to ensure safety of all participants. You'll have chalk so you can write inspirational messages, hold up cheer signs, or use a cowbell to make some noise on the course! In this role, you may need to walk up to 1.5 miles. All volunteers must complete a background check.

Place me anywhere!
Any of the above roles sound great to you, and you're willing to help out where we need you most! All volunteers must complete a background check.

9:30am Start: Sparkle Runners
Sparkle Runners run/walk the course while supporting GOTR girls along the way with cheers, encouragement, and smiles! All Sparkle Runners must complete a background check. The registration fee is $25 and includes a fun GOTR-branded item.