Run Club Coordinator (Volunteer)

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.