RUN FOR STRONG GIRLS UNITED
Champion our mission to empower girls for life
Join Team Strong Girls!
Calling all graduates, retired athletes, parents, companies, and anyone who wants to make a difference!
Become part of something special by joining the Strong Girls United team. Your run fuels our mission to empower girls through physical activity, sports, and mental well-being programs.
Here's why you should run with us:
- Support a powerful cause: Charity running partnerships are our biggest source of funding, allowing us to keep these life-changing programs running.
- Empower the next generation: You'll be helping girls develop strength, confidence, and resilience – both on and off the field.
- Become part of a team: We offer weekly fundraising tips, SGU shirts, and exclusive swag to fuel your run and connect you to a supportive community.
Ready to run for a cause you believe in? View our available races below ↓
UPCOMING OPPORTUNITIES:
NYC Half Marathon
Sunday, March 16, 2025
Runners are expected to raise a minimum of $2,500, due in full by the half marathon date. The fundraising efforts will serve new Strong Girls U programs and events. We will set you up with a fundraising page and through the platform haku. *When runners register for the race itself, there is a NYRR registration fee of $130 for NYRR members and $145 for non-members for the race.
Boston Marathon
April 21, 2025
We do not have any bibs remaining for the Boston Marathon. If you are interested in participating in the future, you can fill out the interest form at the bottom of the page to be on our mailing list for future opportunities.
2025 Chicago Marathon
October 2025
Runners are expected to raise a minimum of $2500. The fundraising efforts will serve new Strong Girls U programs and events. We will set you up with a fundraising page and through the platform haku.
2025 TCS NYC Marathon
November 2025
We will not know about official charity partner status for the 2025 NYC Marathon yet. But should you be interested in being on our team IF we have bibs, please fill out the following application.
Just a Girl 5k/10k (Maine + Virtual) SAVE THE DATE!
June 22, 2025 | Celebrating the Anniversary of Title IX!
Our very own race in the beautiful South Portland, Maine at Bug Light Park! This race is open to ALL levels, ages, and genders and supports Strong Girls United and girls and women everywhere! There is a virtual running option.
Your Marathon Mentor
Sarah Wilkinson
Sarah ran the 2024 Chicago Marathon as part of Team SGU and is now based in Boston, working in Asset Management. A former high school cross-country Captain and MVP, Sarah rediscovered her love for running during the COVID-19 pandemic and has since completed multiple half marathons and two full marathon including Chicago and Washington, D.C.
Passionate about staying active and supporting community organizations, Sarah is excited to help you with training, fundraising, and staying motivated on your marathon journey. She’s here to offer guidance and cheer you on every step of the way!
SG United Foundation Social Media Kit 📲
Share your mission! Whether you're running a 5k, 10k, Half Marathon, or the full 26.2, we invite you to share your training and fundraising updates using our social media kit!
Each template has an option for you to include your own photo. to increase donations, it can help to craft a meaningful caption that explains your "WHY" for running. If you need any help, don't hesitate to reach out. Be sure to tag @stronggirlsunited 💪
Click Here to Access our Social Media Kit
Social Media Stories
Customize our Story templates (1080 x 1920 px) to share your running and fundraising efforts with your community! The link below will bring you to a "View Only" Canva document. Click on "File" in the top left corner, then "Make a Copy".
Have fun customizing!
SGU Stories
Social Media Posts
Use our Post templates (1080 x 1350 px) to customize your own image to share with your friends and family! We have templates for every race!
The link below will bring you to a "View Only" Canva document. Click on "File" in the top left corner, then "Make a Copy".
SGU PostsInterested in running for SGU some day but the above opportunities don't work for you? Share your interest here to go on our list!
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ABOUT US
SG United Foundation ("Strong Girls United") is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with a mission is to empower girls to be strong, confident, and resilient through sports, mentorship, and mental health programming.
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