Run Club Coordinator (Volunteer)

Mentor A Promise is a New York City–based nonprofit serving children and youth (ages 5–18) experiencing housing instability, grounded in the belief that every child is a Promise—full of potential, dignity, and possibility. We deliver consistent, high-quality programming across mentorship, literacy, social-emotional learning, and creative expression in shelters, schools, and community spaces, creating structured environments where students can grow, be seen, and build lasting skills. Through signature experiences like The Imagination Studio, The Kitchen Table, The Sound Lab, and The Story Space, we nurture academic development, emotional well-being, and creative voice, all within a trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and accessibility-centered framework. Our work prioritizes dignity-protective storytelling, consent-driven engagement, and deep community partnership, ensuring that how we serve is as intentional as whom we serve. We are not only addressing immediate needs - we are building pathways to confidence, belonging, and long-term opportunity, so every child has the support and foundation to carry their promise forward.

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Run Club Coordinator (Volunteer)

PromiseWellness | Community Health & Wellness

Organization Mentor A Promise (MAP)

Location Global (Worldwide Participation) with NYC-Based Coordination

Type Volunteer

Reports To Program Leadership / Executive Leadership

About Mentor A Promise

Mentor A Promise (MAP) is a New York City–based 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting children and youth experiencing housing instability through mentorship, education, and community-based programming.

Position Summary

The Run Club Coordinator will support the development and implementation of MAP’s Run Club, a wellness-focused initiative designed to promote physical activity, mental well-being, and community engagement.

This role includes coordinating NYC-based runs as well as supporting globally coordinated participation, allowing individuals and communities worldwide to organize and participate in local runs aligned with MAP’s mission.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate regular Run Club sessions in New York City
• Support the development of a structure for globally coordinated runs, enabling participation across different locations
• Assist in scheduling, communication, and coordination of meeting points and run logistics
• Promote an inclusive and welcoming environment for participants of all fitness levels
• Encourage participation in wellness-focused activities that support physical and mental health
• Collaborate with internal teams to align Run Club activities with broader program goals
• Support basic tracking of participation and engagement
• Assist with the collection of photos and videos for program visibility and outreach efforts
• Encourage participants to represent the organization through appropriate branding (e.g., MAP apparel)
  
  

Qualifications

• Interest in wellness, fitness, or community-based programming
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Ability to coordinate activities and engage participants
• Comfortable supporting in-person activities (NYC) and remote/global coordination
• Ability to work collaboratively in a mission-driven environment
• Prior experience in fitness, event coordination, or community engagement is a plus, but not required
  
  

Commitment

• Preferred 3–6 month commitment
• Weekly or biweekly involvement in coordination and/or run activities
• Flexibility to support both local (NYC) and global participation
  
  

Important Notice

This is a volunteer position and does not provide compensation or guarantee future employment. Participation must align with Mentor A Promise’s policies, safety expectations, and applicable guidelines.

How To Apply

Interested candidates should submit a brief statement of interest outlining their experience, availability, and interest in supporting the Run Club initiative.