Oct 21, 2025
Black Girls RUN! and Fittsafe Announce National Partnership and Launch of Co-Branded Running Safety Alarm
Black Girls RUN!, the largest and oldest national running group for Black women, and Fittsafe, an innovator in running apparel…
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Oct 9, 2025
2026 Bank of America Boston Marathon® Official Charity Program x BGR! Athletes
Black Girls RUN! Foundation is so honored to be selected for the 2026 Bank of America Boston Marathon® Official Charity…
Aug 11, 2025
2025 Bank of America Chicago Marathon Charity Athlete Social Media Spotlight – Tiquella Russell
Tiquella’s Fundraising Page: https://fundraisers.hakuapp.com/tiquella-russell-bgrgoal5k Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/butterfliesnvrchange What does running mean to you? “…Back in stride again!…” After so many challenges…
Aug 4, 2025
2025 Bank of America Chicago Marathon Charity Athlete Social Media Spotlight – Tehya Orozco
Tehya’s Fundraising Page: https://fundraisers.hakuapp.com/tehya-orozco Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100010059215273 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mamittlol/ What does running mean to you? Running this marathon means a lot.…
Jul 29, 2025
2025 Bank of America Chicago Marathon Charity Athlete Social Media Spotlight – Aretha Hampton
Aretha’s Fundraising Page: https://fundraisers.hakuapp.com/aretha-hampton Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rawsugar411/ What does running mean to you? It will be an incredible experience where I…
Jun 3, 2025
2025 Bank of America Chicago Marathon Charity Athlete Social Media Spotlight – Vouionette “Shon” Burns-Harris
Vouionette’s Fundraising Page: https://fundraisers.hakuapp.com/vouionette-burns-harris Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shon.burnsharris Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simplicity702 What does running mean to you? The Chicago Marathon is more than…
May 27, 2025
2025 Bank of America Chicago Marathon Charity Athlete Social Media Spotlight – Naomi Woodard
Naomi’s Fundraising Page: https://fundraisers.hakuapp.com/naomi-woodard Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/naomi.woodard.9 What does running mean to you? Participating in the Chicago Marathon is a deeply…
May 9, 2025
2025 Bank of America Chicago Marathon Charity Athlete Social Media Spotlight – Lisa Nixon
Lisa’s Fundraising Page: https://fundraisers.hakuapp.com/lolitta-nixon Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lisa.nixon.792/ What does running mean to you? Running the Chicago Marathon is an incredible milestone…
Apr 19, 2025
SheaMoisture Deodorant Announces ‘We Set The Pace’ Initiative: Inspiring Black Women To Run Their Race With Confidence
We Set The Pace, an initiative in collaboration with Black Girls RUN! (BGR!), encourages Black women to run their race…
Mar 7, 2025
Black Girls RUN! Launches Two New Groups in 2025
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE www.BlackGirlsRUN.com {e} info@blackgirlsrun.com {IG} @OfficialBlackGirlsRUN {Facebook} www.facebook.com/BlackGirlsRUN Black Girls RUN! Launches New Groups in Daytona Beach,…
Jan 14, 2025
Black Girls RUN! & Jogology Announce New National Partnership
Two year sponsorship to include product, conference activations and much more National running group Black Girls RUN! (BGR!) and performance…
Dec 20, 2024
2025 Bank of America Chicago Marathon Official Charity Team
Black Girls RUN! Foundation is so honored to be selected for the 2025 Bank of America Chicago Marathon Official Charity…
Nov 20, 2024
BGR! Announces their Sweet 16 National Race Calendar for 2025
Black Girls RUN! is excited to announce our 2025 race calendar in honor of our Sweet 16 anniversary! These races…
Nov 14, 2024
BGR! x REI Opt Outside 2024
Black Girls Run has partnered with REI for #OptOutside 2024 – a time to get outside and enjoy family and friends…
Nov 5, 2024
BGR! x Boston Marathon 2025
The Black Girls RUN! Foundation is so honored to be selected for the 2025 Bank of America Boston Marathon® Official…
Sep 5, 2024
Saucony® Launches Limited-Edition Black Girls RUN!® x Saucony Endorphin Speed 4
Available September 16, Saucony’s first-ever footwear collab with Black Girls RUN! is part of multi-year partnership ROCKFORD, Mich. (September 5,…
Sep 4, 2024
Why are electrolytes important?
Most of us have such busy lives, that it’s hard to get it all done, but one thing we must…
Sep 2, 2024
BGR! Launches New Shoe In Partnership with Saucony
Of Course We Have a Shoe! Black Girls RUN! is so excited for the launch of our first sneaker in…
Aug 19, 2024
Crafting a Hydration Plan: A Guide for Those Who Struggle with Staying Hydrated
Yes, it is THAT important. We have to hydrate to support our big pavement moves. Without adequate hydration, our bodies…
Jul 25, 2024
Jenna Lowery Story
I’m Jenna Lowery, born and raised in Jersey, but repping BGR! Charlotte. I have been an active member of BGR…
Jul 25, 2024
Tamara Dias Story
“I don’t care how much I love running; I promise that I will never run a marathon.” Never say never!…
Jul 25, 2024
Team Black Girls RUN! x Chicago 2024
Black Girls RUN! is excited to be the official charity for the 2024 Bank of America Chicago Marathon on Sunday,…
Jun 25, 2024
Lisa Wells Story
Introducing Lisa Wells! Lisa was thrilled to be selected to represent BGR in the Bank of America 2024 Chicago Marathon.…
Jun 12, 2024
Do More Than Quench Your Thirst. Hydrate!
How many times have you ended your run and gotten in your car and headed home or to run errands…
Jun 6, 2024
Black Girls RUN! Welcomes Sherri Shepherd to Sweat With Your Sole
~ Shepherd to deliver keynote address at national health and wellness conference Sept. 5-8 in Chicago ~ CHICAGO (June 6,…
Jun 4, 2024
Introducing BGR! Sole Sista Team 2024-2025 – Part 2
Meet Black Girls RUN! brand influencers, Sole Sista. Meet Whitney Foster My name is Coach Whitney R. Foster and I…
Jun 4, 2024
Introducing BGR! Sole Sista Team 2024-2025 – Part 1
Meet Black Girls RUN! brand influencers, Sole Sista. Meet Shawn Chestnut My name is Shawn Chestnut. I began running as…
Jun 2, 2024
LeJeune Johnson Story
Hello, I’m LeJeune Johnson—a wife, mom, and passionate advocate for health equity. I am thrilled to share that I have…
Apr 24, 2024
Runner’s Best Friend
Getting a dog is guaranteed to get you moving. You’ll get exercise and fresh air on your daily walks and…
Apr 10, 2024
Getting Back on Track: The Road Back to Running
After suffering from injury, getting back on track has seemed very daunting. The feeling of even having to start over…
Mar 20, 2024
The Path to Purpose (and Running) is often Paved with both Strength & Struggle – Part II
To be inspired and to inspire are two of life’s ultimate objectives. And Tonya Bradley is the epitome of inspiration.…
Mar 19, 2024
Team Black Girls RUN! x Boston 2024
Black Girls RUN! is so excited to be a 2024 charity partner for the Boston Marathon in April. After hundreds…
Mar 6, 2024
The Path to Purpose (and Running) is often Paved with both Strength & Struggle – Part I
You never know how strong you are or how far you can go until you try. We are all motivated…
Feb 21, 2024
Bye bye, winter blues!
It’s 10 degrees outside, and I’m getting ready to run. I couldn’t have imagined doing this just a few years…
Feb 9, 2024
2024-2025 Sole Sista Brand Ambassador Team Application
The application for the 2024-2025 Sole Sista Brand Ambassador Team is open now. Apply today by clicking here.
Feb 7, 2024
Embrace the Chill: Tips for Running in Cold Weather
As the temperature drops and winter sets in, you may be tempted to hibernate indoors until the warmer months return.…