GIRLS ON THE RUN LAS VEGAS TO HOST FALL 5K VIRTUALLY, NOV. 21 – DEC. 20

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Participants running in last year’s GOTR seasonal 5K.
(Photo Courtesy of Girls on the Run Las Vegas)

GIRLS ON THE RUN LAS VEGAS TO HOST FALL 5K VIRTUALLY
NOV. 21 – DEC. 20

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WHAT:
For the first time, Girls on the Run Las Vegas (GOTR) will stage its seasonal Fall 5K virtually. Participants can complete the 5K any time between Saturday, Nov. 21 and Sunday, Dec. 20 at a location of their choice. Girls are encouraged to run, walk, bike, wheel, stroll or skip to complete the virtual race. This season’s celebratory virtual event will take place with 65 girls from 8 different sites around the valley, as well as their adult running buddies and community runners. Registration is still open for community runners.

Additionally, for those who sign up as Community Runners or Cheering Section, the GOTR Board of Directors will match dollar for dollar donated back to GOTR program, up to $5,000.

Each year, Girls on the Run hosts two 5K events, gathering young girls from elementary and middle schools in Clark County to accomplish one common goal—to be healthy, confident and joyful. Each girl runs with an adult Running Buddy who runs alongside them during the 5K. This celebratory, non-competitive event marks the conclusion of a season-long, experienced-based curriculum designed to develop confidence, friendship, strength and emotional and spiritual health in young girls—all while integrating running. The program provides participants with a sense of accomplishment and instills the value of goal-setting at a young age.

WHO:

• Kate McLaughlin, executive director, GOTR
• Girls participating in the Fall 5K
• Running buddies participating in the Fall 5K

VISUALS:

• Girls from around Southern Nevada dressed in festive, colorful running gear and race bibs.
• Running Buddies wearing race bibs.

WHEN:
Saturday, Nov. 21 through Sunday, Dec. 20, 2020.
Participants can complete the 5K whenever they choose.

WHERE:
Participants can complete the 5K wherever they choose.

COST:

• Adults: $25
• Children: $10
• Cheering Section: $25 – For those who are not interested or cannot complete a 5K themselves but do want to celebrate a GOTR girl or support Girls on the Run Las Vegas.

MEDIA RSVP:
Media interested in filming a virtual 5K are requested to contact Desiree Webb, desiree@thevoxagency.com and (702) 569-0616. The Vox Agency will then connect with participants and advise of planned run dates, times and locations.

REGISTRATION:
Click here to register as a community runner.

SOCIAL MEDIA:
www.GirlsontheRunLV.org
Facebook: @girlsontherunlv
Twitter and Instagram: @gotrlv

ABOUT GIRLS ON THE RUN LAS VEGAS
Girls on the Run® Las Vegas is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to creating a world where every girl knows and activates her limitless potential and is free to boldly pursue her dreams. Girls on the Run inspires girls to recognize their inner strength and celebrate what makes them one of a kind. Trained coaches lead small teams through a research-based curriculum which includes dynamic discussions, activities and running games. Over the course of the ten-week program, girls in 3rd through 8th grade develop essential skills to help them navigate their worlds and establish a lifetime appreciation for health and fitness. The program culminates with girls positively impacting their communities through a service project and being physically and emotionally prepared to complete a celebratory 5K event.

MEDIA CONTACTS:
Desiree Webb/ Erika Pope
The Vox Agency
desiree@thevoxagency.com, erika@thevoxagency.com
(702) 569-0616, (702) 249-2977

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