Girls on the Run Grant
At the Life Time Foundation, we believe every child deserves the opportunity to build a healthy, happy future. That's why, in December 2025, we were proud to award a $57,000 grant to Girls on the Run International (GOTRI), supporting local councils across the country that help girls in grades 3–8 develop confidence, connection, and lifelong healthy habits through movement.
The grant will help expand access to Girls on the Run programming, ensuring more girls can participate regardless of financial circumstances. Through an evidence-based curriculum that combines physical activity, life skills development, and mentorship, Girls on the Run empowers young people to discover their strengths, build meaningful relationships, and embrace the joy of movement.
Beyond funding, this partnership came to life through the passion and dedication of WELL (Women Empowering Leadership at Life Time), our employee affinity group focused on supporting and uplifting women. Throughout December, WELL chapters at more than 30 Life Time clubs nationwide hosted Sip N' Service events and donation drives, collecting essential items and assembling "Confidence Kits" for local Girls on the Run participants.
Each kit included practical running essentials such as socks, hair ties, and colorful shoelaces, along with handwritten notes of encouragement from Life Time team members. Together, these gifts provided not only resources for participants but also reminders that an entire community is cheering them on.
This collaboration reflects the shared mission of Girls on the Run and the Life Time Foundation: using movement as a catalyst for confidence, resilience, and lifelong well-being. By bringing together women leaders and young girls through a shared commitment to health and empowerment, we are helping create a ripple effect that extends far beyond the finish line.
We are honored to support Girls on the Run and the incredible work they do every day to inspire girls to be joyful, healthy, and confident. Through partnerships like this, we continue advancing our commitment to helping children lead healthier lives and creating opportunities for future generations to thrive.