Help Us Create a Brighter Future for Girls in Westchester

This fall, Girls Inc. of Westchester County is hitting the ground running — literally.

As our Board leaders, friends, and community members take on NYC Runs and the TCS New York City Marathon, they’re dedicating every mile to empowering girls across Westchester.

Girls Inc. of Westchester is dedicated to inspiring all girls to make positive choices in their lives. Through research-based programming, mentorship, and a supportive community, we help girls unlock their potential, build confidence, and become leaders in their schools and communities.

Your donation fuels life-changing programs that help girls discover their voices, build confidence, and grow up Strong, Smart and Bold.

Why Your Support Matters

Across Westchester, girls face challenges that limit their access to opportunities and negatively impact their confidence. GIWC equips girls to reach their full potential and empowers them to be strong, smart and bold through research-backed programming that focuses on mental, social and emotional wellness, leadership development and college and career readiness. At Girls Inc., we provide a supportive environment so that all girls may gain essential life skills, educational support, and hands-on experiences that foster growth and resilience.

Choose Your Impact:

$25 — Fuel Her Confidence
Provide supplies and materials that help one girl explore her creativity, build self-esteem, and see her limitless potential.

$50 — Power A Session
Sponsor one girl’s participation in a leadership, STEAM, or healthy decision-making workshop.

$100 — Inspire A Girl
Give one girl a week of life-changing programs that strengthen her voice, confidence, and courage to lead.

$250 — Open A Door
Fund a field trip that connects girls to inspiring women leaders, sparking career ambitions and new possibilities.

$500 — Mentor Her Path
Support one girl through a semester of Girls Inc. programs that build confidence, resilience, and success in school and beyond.

$1,000 — Ignite Her Future
Sponsor a full year of programs for one girl. Your gift provides consistent mentorship, academic enrichment, and leadership development that transforms her trajectory.

Meet Our Line-Up of Runners:

Candice Wellington -
Youth Advocate

I’m running the NYC Runs race this year not just for myself, but for the girls who deserve every chance to grow up supported, empowered, and unstoppable. As a mom of three daughters and an advocate for growth through my podcast on bettering yourself, I know how vital it is to create spaces where young women feel safe, guided, and inspired. Through my own healing journey and my work in preventive services, I’ve seen how critical it is to provide mentorship, resources, and opportunities before challenges turn into crises. That’s why I’m proud to run for Girls Inc. of Westchester County. It reflects my passion for ensuring the next generation of young women have the tools and confidence to succeed and break barriers.

Rachel Thompson –
Community Run Club leader, Volunteer Race Director & Certified RRCA Level 1 Distance Run Coach

“But this I know to be true: hard things are wonderful, beautiful, and give meaning to life”. - Shalane Flannagan, 2017 TCS NYC marathon female winner

I am a mother, a runner, and a passionate advocate for helping others—especially youth—discover their inner strength and potential through running. Outside of my “day job”, I always look for opportunities to inspire people in running. Each year I volunteer in my local community to help organize a 5K, 1-mile run, and “Tots Run”. In 2020, I helped launch an informal local run club with my husband and friends, creating a welcoming space for runners of all levels. I am deeply committed to growing the running community in my hometown and am super excited about GIWC’s mission to empower young women to be strong, smart, and bold. I look forward to dedicating my race to GIWC this year and raising fun for this amazing cause!

Channing Lynch –
Volunteer, Mentor

“Tough times never last, but tough people do.”

I’m excited to run this year’s New York City Marathon in support of Girls Inc. of Westchester County, an organization that helps girls in our community grow up Strong, Smart & Bold. Every mile I run is for the girls who are finding their voices, setting their goals, and believing in their own potential. Programs like A Day in Her Heels open doors to mentorship and career exploration, while their College Showers celebrate graduates with laptops or other essentials for their next chapter — reminders that every girl deserves the resources and support to succeed. As I train and push through each mile, I’m inspired by their courage, ambition, and determination. Join me in fueling their journey by donating to help empower the next generation of confident, fearless young women to dream big.

Anyel Arslanian –
Mentor, Volunteer

This November, I’ll be running my third NYC Marathon in support of Girls Inc. of Westchester County. Running has been part of my life for the past three years, and through it, I’ve learned what it means to be bold in chasing goals, smart in training with intention, and strong in showing up and pushing through on race day. These lessons echo the mission of Girls Inc., and as someone who grew up swimming competitively, I know firsthand how transformative sports and mentorship can be. I’m proud to run not just for myself, but to help raise awareness for an organization that’s shaping the next generation of confident, capable young women.

Loren Page Ambinder —
Board Vice Chair of Girls Inc. of Westchester County

“If you are losing faith in human nature, go out and watch a marathon.”—Kathrine Switzer

Nothing epitomizes the strength and beauty of the human spirit and the dynamic power of community like the NYC Marathon! On November 2, I’ll be lining up in support of GIWC. As Board Vice Chair, I have seen first-hand the transformative impact this organization has on girls and the Westchester community. The life skills training, leadership development and supportive environment create optimal conditions and opportunities for girls to learn, grow and thrive.
But GIWC can’t do it alone. Every donation—no matter the size—directly funds research-backed, impactful programs that empower girls to realize their full potential. Please join us--together we can create a legacy of strength, hope and possibility that endures far beyond the finish line!

Our GIWC Runners are asking for your support in the following ways:

Donate to their run — every gift, big or small, fuels programs that empower girls.
Share this page with friends and family — help spread the word!

Thank you for believing in our girls and for making a difference that truly matters!

Girls Inc. Westchester is a 501 (c)(3) tax-exempt organization. All donations are tax-deductible.

Have questions or want to learn more about Girls Inc. of Westchester? Email us at
info@girlsincwestchester.org or call (914) 358-5917.

Run For Girls Inc. of Westchester

By Girls Inc. of Westchester County

Run For Girls Inc. of Westchester

Help our team of runners collectively raise $10,000 for Girls Inc. Westchester. Every Mile Empowers Girls to Be Strong, Smart, and Bold!

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