A junior at Princeton University and a three-season coach, Georgia brings boundless energy, empathy, and a splash of humor (even if her GOTR girls don’t always get her jokes).

For Matthew Litt, Girls on the Run NJ East isn’t just a local program — it’s personal.

Fiona Laddey first laced up her sneakers with Girls on the Run in third grade at Grover Cleveland Park in Essex County. What began as a fun introduction to movement and confidence would become a full-circle journey that helped shape the young woman she is today.

For Annie Seelaus, CEO of the women-owned investment firm R. Seelaus & Co., supporting Girls on the Run NJ East is about more than philanthropy—it’s about shaping a future where girls step into their power, speak up, and lead.

To celebrate 25 years of empowering girls across New Jersey, Girls on the Run NJ East launched the Limitless Potential Alumni Grant Awards honoring the lasting impact of our program and the bold dreams of our alumni.

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For ten-year-old Amia Shah, joining Girls on the Run was more than just a new after-school activity—it was a doorway to a world where she felt free, included, and strong.

When Olivia Hall first laced up her sneakers for Girls on the Run, she was following in her mom’s footsteps. Six seasons of GOTR and one season of Heart & Sole later, she’s not just a participant—she’s a total pro.