Skip to content
Ohio 211 home page

Volunteer Opportunities | Girls On The Run East Central Ohio

Girls On The Run East Central Ohio

237 Tuscarawas Street West, Suite B, Canton, OH 44702

Limited Access.

Eligibility

  • No experience necessary. Volunteers working with girls must pass a background check.
  • Coaches do not have to run.
  • Training and supplies are provided. One (1) coach per team must be certified in first aid and CPR. Training is available at no cost through the agency.
  • Volunteer coaches should be enthusiastic, dedicated, and positive individuals of all backgrounds, committed to empowering girls with valuable life lessons; individuals with a sincere interest in leading a healthy lifestyle and a sincere desire to help girls overcome the many difficult issues they face; and individuals who lead a healthy, drug-free lifestyle.

Required documents

Completed application and background check.

Hours

  • Programs are generally established based on coach and/or site availability, so hours vary by location.
  • Programs generally last 75 to 90 minutes and meet once or twice a week in the spring and/or fall.

Languages

Spanish.

Application process

Visit the website for information and volunteer application.

Fees

Not applicable.

Service area

Wayne County, Ohio Tuscarawas County, Ohio Columbiana County, Ohio Stark County, Ohio Mahoning County, Ohio Carroll County, Ohio
Provides a variety of volunteer opportunities. Some opportunities may include the following: Coaching, Running buddy (run with a girl at the annual 5K), 5K Event Committee, and Race-day volunteers (such as water stop or course official).

Last Verified

04/28/2026

Providing organization

Girls On The Run East Central Ohio
Offers a character building program of experiential learning through running for girls in grades 3rd through 8th residing in Carroll, Columbiana, Mahoning, Stark, Tuscarawas, and Wayne counties.

Data provided by

211 Summit