Heading into International Day of the Girl with 93,491 Reasons to Celebrate

This weekend, on Saturday, October 11, the world will come together to celebrate International Day of the Girl — a day dedicated to honoring girls’ voices, potential, and power. And here in Houston, we already have 93,491 reasons to celebrate early. 🎉

Thanks to the incredible support of our community through the Target Circle program, Girls on the Run Greater Houston received 93,491 votes! Each of those votes represents a shared belief in the limitless potential of girls and in the importance of helping them grow strong, confident, and connected.

Why This Moment Matters

International Day of the Girl is about creating a world where every girl can dream freely, lead boldly, and thrive without limits. At Girls on the Run, that mission comes to life every day through our programs — where girls learn to celebrate their individuality, build resilience, and discover the power of teamwork.

Receiving 93,491 votes as we approach this global celebration couldn’t be more fitting. It’s a reflection of what happens when a community unites behind its girls — choosing to invest in confidence, kindness, and joy.

Houston, You Made This Possible

From parents and coaches to teachers and Target shoppers, your votes are helping us reach more girls across Greater Houston. Because of you, more teams can form, more scholarships can be provided, and more girls will cross the finish line knowing they are strong, capable, and unstoppable.

This achievement is a powerful reminder that progress for girls begins with community — and we’re so grateful to be surrounded by one that shows up, again and again.

Join Us in Celebrating

As we count down to International Day of the Girl, we invite you to celebrate with us:
✨ Share a story about a girl who inspires you.
✨ Encourage a young girl in your life.
✨ Volunteer, coach, or donate to support programs like Girls on the Run.

Together, we’re building a world where every girl knows she belongs, she matters, and she can change the world — one step at a time. 💕