Whitefish Marathon partners with Girls on the Run

The Whitefish Marathon, Half Marathon, and 5K, powered by Hammer Nutrition and Girls on the Run Western Montana, announce a new partnership with the Whitefish Marathon on Saturday, May 16. 

The Whitefish Marathon race weekend will serve as the inspiring finale to their journey, where participants will cross the finish line surrounded by family members, coaches, and a cheering community. The event will highlight the girls’ accomplishments and reinforce the program’s mission of helping girls recognize their inner strength and capabilities. 

“We are incredibly excited to partner with the Whitefish Marathon for the first time and give our girls the opportunity to participate in such a well-known race in Montana,” said Julie Gaglione, program coordinator for Girls on the Run Western Montana. “For many of our participants, this is their first race experience, and being able to celebrate their hard work with the entire community cheering them on makes this accomplishment even more meaningful.”  

Approximately 350 Girls on the Run participants, volunteer coaches, and dedicated 5K running buddies will celebrate the culmination of the organization’s 10-week spring Bold Heart season. The season-ending 5K provides a tangible goal that shows girls they can achieve more than they ever imagined. 

"The Wave is dedicated to enhancing our community's health and well-being,” said Art Krueger, general manager of The Wave Fitness Center, the event’s owner. “This partnership with Girls on the Run is a wonderful way to help our youth build lifelong healthy habits through fun, empowering experiences."  

For more information visit gotrwestermt.org.  

For event information visit WhitefishMarathon.com.