Girls on the Run North Bay

Many girls in Napa face pressure around belonging, body image, and self-confidence during the critical pre-teen years, with limited access to programs that build both physical and emotional resilience. We close this gap with a research-based, after-school program that pairs movement with fun lessons building confidence, kindness, and resilience. They learn tools to manage stress, communicate with compassion, and know that they’re part of a community that supports them.

Trained volunteer coaches deliver our 8-week curriculum to 700+ girls annually between ages 8–13 in small-group, girls-only spaces. In our 20 years in Napa, we have impacted over 20,000 girls across Napa, Solano, and Sonoma. Over 1,200 girls and their families come together each year to complete a 5K run that represents the culmination of all of their learnings.

Last year, 85% of girls felt more confident after our program, and 99% felt their coaches genuinely cared about them, building a foundation of trust and confidence.

We want every girl to experience this program, regardless of their financial situation. Over 75% of our families require financial assistance. Your support helps cover registration costs, funds coach training, and covers supplies so every girl can experience proof of what she’s capable of.