At our first meeting of the new year on January 8, 2026, Morning Star Rotary welcomed Liz Fones, Executive Director of Girls on the Run Lehigh Valley and Pocono, who discussed the organization's mission to inspire girls to be joyful, healthy, and confident through a curriculum that integrates running. Liz highlighted the declining confidence levels among girls and the increasing rates of sadness and hopelessness, emphasizing the need for programs like Girls on the Run. She shared statistics on the program's impact on participants' confidence and mental health, as well as its focus on building healthy relationships and promoting physical activity. The presentation also covered the program's structure, including its seasonal format and reliance on volunteer coaches.
