Support Play Like a Girl in Target: July–September 2025
Summer isn’t just for sunshine, sports, and pool days—it’s a season of opportunity. And this year, it’s your chance to turn everyday shopping into extraordinary impact.
We’re proud to announce that Play Like a Girl has been selected as a featured nonprofit in the Target Circle Community Giving Program, running now through September 30, 2025. That means you can vote for us every time you shop at Target—and help unlock critical funding for our free programs that empower girls in STEM, mentorship, and sports.
Why Your Vote Matters
Every quarter, Target invites customers to vote for local nonprofits through their free Target Circle loyalty program. The more votes a nonprofit receives, the larger the portion of the charitable giving pool they earn. With your help, we can maximize our impact and extend our reach to thousands more girls nationwide.
And here’s the best part: Voting costs you nothing. All it takes is shopping at Target—something most of us are already doing this summer as we stock up on groceries, sunscreen, school supplies, and more.
Your votes help us:
- Deliver mentorship programs that build confidence
- Host sports clinics and field days that teach leadership
- Deliver camps and pop-up events that spark curiosity
- Fund college scholarships for girls who pursuing STEM careers
- And expand to new cities where the need is greatest
Real Girls, Real Impact
When you vote for Play Like a Girl, you’re not just casting a digital ballot—you’re investing in the future of a girl like Amara.
At just 13 years old, Amara joined one of our first STEM mentorship programs. She came in quiet and uncertain but quickly found her footing through hands-on science activities, encouragement from her mentors, and a community of girls that believed in her. Today, Amara is 17, loving computer science classes at her high school and applying to colleges with a dream to become a software engineer.
“Play Like a Girl gave me my first real mentor. And it made me feel like I belong in STEM.” – Amara, Age 17
Her story is just one of thousands—and it’s made possible through your votes.
How to Cast Your Vote
It’s easy to support Play Like a Girl through Target Circle:
- Join Target Circle (it’s free!) at target.com/circle or in the Target app.
- Shop in-store or online and earn votes automatically.
- Vote for Play Like a Girl in the Community Giving section.
Play Like a Girl is featured in the following markets nationwide:
| Market Code | Market |
| AL.S | Alabama Southern |
| AZ-PHX | Arizona Phoenix |
| CA-RIV | California Riverside |
| CA.SE | California Southeastern |
| GA-ATL.S | Atlanta Southern |
| MD-BWI | Maryland Baltimore |
| MI-DET | Michigan Detroit |
| MN-MSP.C | Minnesota Central Twin Cities |
| MO-SL | Missouri Saint Louis |
| NJ.C | New Jersey Central |
| NY-NYC | New York City |
| OK | Oklahoma Statewide |
| SC.E | South Carolina Coastal |
| TN-NASH | Tennessee Nashville |
| WI-MWK | Wisconsin Milwaukee |
Important Tip: If Play Like a Girl doesn’t appear in your local nonprofit list, simply change your store ZIP code to 37067 (Cool Springs) to access the Nashville market, where we are headquartered.
Click here to log in and vote now »
What’s at Stake
We’re aiming to reach 2,500 more girls this year through our expanded programming—and every Target Circle vote brings us closer.
With your support, we can:
- Launch Play Like a Girl clubs in new partner schools
- Connect more girls to inspiring female role models and mentors
- Grow our impact in five new cities
Your vote doesn’t just help us—it builds a stronger future where girls have the confidence, access, and support to explore careers they may have never imagined possible.
Bring Others Into the Circle
Whether you’re a parent, mentor, board member, teacher, or corporate partner, your voice carries weight. Invite your network to vote, too.
📣 Use your platform to share this campaign
🛍️ Snap a photo during your Target run and tag @iplaylikeagirl
📤 Forward this blog post to five friends or co-workers
And if you’re a company leader or employee, consider sharing this opportunity with your Employee Resource Group or volunteer team as an easy, no-cost way to give back.
Join the Movement
This summer, while you check off your to-do list, remember that every Target purchase comes with an opportunity to change a girl’s life. Whether it’s notebooks or swimwear, crayons or cleats—your vote in Target Circle can shape the future of a girl ready to lead.
🎯 Vote Now
Thank you for being part of our mission to inspire the next generation of innovators, leaders, and changemakers.
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