named programs · 2 · from sources
What they call their work
Girls on the Run
After-school program for 3rd–5th grade girls that combines physical activity with lessons on emotional regulation, friendship, and empathy, culminating in a team 5K and community service project
Heart & Sole
Youth development program for 6th–8th grade girls focusing on emotional and physical health, self-expression, and social connection, ending with a 5K event
activities · 4 groups
What they do
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Girls' Physical and Emotional Development Programs 2 activities
- Deliver after-school physical activity and life skills programs for elementary school girlsFacilitates after-school programs for girls in 3rd-5th grades that combine physical activity with life skill development, culminating in a community impact project and a 5K run. Programs are delivered to groups of 8-15 girls at local schools or community facilities.
- Deliver after-school programs for middle school girls focused on emotional and physical healthOffers a program for middle school girls in 6th-8th grades focused on emotional and physical health, social connection, and personal development, culminating in a 5K run. All participants in the Heart & Sole program complete a 5K at the end of the season.
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Organized Running and Triathlon Events 1 activity
- Organize and host seasonal 5K events for program participantsHosts a non-competitive 5K event at the end of each season where participants complete the 3.1-mile course at their own pace, typically between 30 and 50 minutes. The event includes safety measures such as on-site ambulance and additional activities like face painting, bib decorating, and hair styling stations.
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Youth Sports Volunteer Coordination 1 activity
- Recruit and support volunteer coaches to deliver program curriculumEngages over 100 volunteer coaches each season and provides them with access to manuals, policies, forms, and resources to support program delivery. Volunteer coaches deliver the curriculum to teams each season.
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Student-Led Community Service Programs 1 activity
- Support participant-led community service projectsSupports teams of girls in designing and carrying out community service projects as a culminating component of the program, fostering civic engagement and leadership skills.
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financials · form 990 · fy2025
revenue
Total revenue$227K
Contributions & grants$62K27%
Program service revenue$157K69%
Investment income$9K4%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$212K
Program expenses80%
Admin / overhead13%
Fundraising7%
Salaries & benefits$115K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$266K
Cash$266K
Investments$0
Liabilities$0
Net assets$266K
Liquid reserves15.1 mo
5 years on record · 2020–2025 · YoY revenue +11.1%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2025
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Doreen Dunne | Executive Dir. | 40 | $69K |
board members · 8
- Deirdre Bambrick — Vice President
- Irena Brobston — Director
- Jacqueline Erickson — Treasurer
- Kristin Short — Director
- Samantha Guido — Secretary
- Samantha Stanciu — Director
- Susan Silvestri — Chairman
- Tara Truhan — Director
relationships · 6
Who they work with
- Girls on the Run Network — Local affiliate of the national Girls on the Run organization.
- Girls on the Run International Network — Local affiliate implementing the Girls on the Run curriculum and program model.
- Long Island Partner — Operates programs across Long Island in partnership with local schools and communities.
- Nassau County Parks Government — Requires safety measures including an on-site ambulance and has authority to cancel the event if the course is unsafe.
- Pinwheel Partner — Hosts the Start a Team application and site recruitment packet through its platform.
- Pinwheel Partner — Partners with Pinwheel for volunteer sign-up and management.
strategies · 4
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Culture of Belonging Through Inclusive Practicemethodology: culture_of_belongingBy designing a non-competitive 5K event and embedding values of compassion and respect in coach training and curriculum, we produce a culture of belonging, because inclusive, celebratory experiences validate diverse identities and foster emotional safety and mutual respect among participants.
- Evidence-Based, Strengths-Focused Curriculummethodology: evidence_based_strengths_modelBy using a research-backed curriculum that emphasizes identifying personal strengths and self-advocacy, we produce greater self-confidence and self-worth in girls, because structured skill-building rooted in positive psychology fosters resilience and counters negative societal messages.
- Integrated Physical and Social-Emotional Developmentmethodology: physical_activity_plusBy combining physical activity with structured discussions and life skills curriculum, we produce improved social, emotional, and physical development in girls, because movement builds confidence and creates experiential opportunities for reflection and growth. The culminating 5K run serves as a tangible demonstration of personal achievement, reinforcing self-efficacy.
- Near-Peer and Volunteer Coach Mentorshipmethodology: near_peer_mentorshipBy engaging trained volunteer coaches and high school-aged junior coaches as near-peer mentors, we produce stronger participant engagement and social-emotional growth, because consistent, relatable role models deepen connection and model accessible pathways for leadership and personal development.