There is a lot of behind the scenes work that is done to keep our program going.  If you don’t have time to coach during the weekday sessions, please volunteer to help with some of these activities.  To get involved, add your name to our interest list or email us at volunteer@gotrsd.org.

Program Committee
Team Adelaide
Events Committee
Development Committee
Community Events

Program Committee

This group meets a few times before each season starts to organize and put together all materials used for lesson plans.  They create “coaches boxes” that have all the supplies that the coaches will need for the season.  They need help copying, cutting, pasting and sorting to get these boxes ready.  Contact Annie to find out where the next meeting will be.

Time Commitment:

  • One or more 2-hour meeting before the start of a season

Requirements:

  • Creative and detail oriented!
  • Organized and willing to help copy, cut, paste and collate.
  • Desire to learn about the GOTR lesson plans.

Team Adelaide

This is a team of volunteers who serve as an extra layer of support to the coaches through individual coach check-ins and site visits.  Offer encouragement and support to the coaches and girls, address any concerns, and provide appreciation and recognition as appropriate.

Time Commitment:

  • Contact 14 coaches via phone or email during the 2nd or 3rd weeks of the season
  • Visit 2 sites during the season

Requirements:

  • Must have previous coach experience with GOTRSD
  • Complete Health History and Consent form
  • Complete Live Scan background check

Events Committee

Working in collaboration with our other committees, this group plans large and small events to support Girls on the Run of San Diego.

Development Committee

This committee is dedicated to the long term sustainability of our program.  They are responsible for finding ways to bring in dollars through sponsorships, corporate teams and grants.  No previous experience is required, just passion for the Girls on the Run mission and a desire to help.

Sponsorships

Develop relationships with corporate and community sponsors for our 5k Run, programs, and special events.

Corporate Teams

Reach out to large local companies for corporate participation in SoleMates for the Rock N Roll Marathon and AFC Half Marathon.

Grants

Identify, research, and write grant proposals in order to secure financial support for our programs.

Community Events

Help promote Girls on the Run at various community events not sponsored by GOTRSD and research other outreach opportunities in the community. We need your help in spreading the word about Girls on the Run!  See the community events page to see the races, expos and health fairs we will be attending in the next few months.