Organizations that are in the GoGirlGo! network—about 316 in Chicago so far—are able to tap into resources like DePaul University’s programs to help encourage activity.

“The interest is a lot more than I expected,” says Bushey. “The momentum here is incredible and the need has been validated 80-times over.”

To become a part of GoGirlGo! Chicago and help the nonprofit meet its goals, check them out online at www.gogirlgochicago.kintera.org, call (773) 478-8839 or email gogirlgochicago[at]womenssportsfoundation.org.

Hear from a Volunteer

Maggie Long, a 23-year-old college student and GoGirlGo! volunteer, was not active as a young girl. “I participated in some after-school sport activities in grammar school, but after that I stopped playing sports and began to lead a not-so-healthy lifestyle,” she said. “[For me,] volunteering for an organization that has a goal of keeping girls [active] is crucial.”