If you have further questions, please contact Chaim Wizman at 631-304-7505 or cwizman1@gmail.com

 

2. What is the course and Schedules?

We will be running (or walking) the magnificent 5K (3.2 mile) course around the lake in Rockland Park State Park.  After you have done something incredible for body and soul, replenish your tired body with a well-deserved treat of juicy hot dogs, cold watermelon and ice pops.  The run starts at 10:30 sharp.

 

3. What Does Pledging to the Run Mean, Exactly?

By committing to this event, and pledging to raise a minimum of $108 for the Leeba Fund's charitable Chesed projects in Israel.  All Funds raised will be used to fund three of our important projects: providing supermarket food vouchers for needy single parent families, 2) Providing clothing vouchers to teenage orphans and adolescents from broken homes and 3) purchasing winter coats for children in Israel’s periphery and development towns. With your support, we can help ease the suffering of some of Israel’s neediest and most vulnerable families.

So what better excuse to get in shape and enjoying a terrific day with your families and friends than doing it for a beautiful Mitzva.  You can do this. Train, set and achieve new goals, enjoy the race… and get all the sponsors you can, so when you cross that finish line, we will all be winners – you, and the hundreds of people who will benefit from your kindness.

 

4. How can my sponsors submit payment?

Online contributions can be made by credit card on the runner’s personalized page found on this website. Just make sure to tell your sponsors to select your name from the list of runners. 

 

5. I am concerned that I might not be able to raise the required funds. Will I be able to do it?

Even if you've never raised money before, our materials and strategies will make it easy for you to solicit and collect sponsorships from friends, family, colleagues, neighbors, and others. Experience has shown that it is not only possible, but enjoyable, to set and reach your goals. Please refer to the sample letters found on your personal fundraising page center, that explains the programs the Run supports, and you will be surprised to see how quickly friends, family, and co-workers will respond to your request to help this wonderful cause. Just remember to make it personal as well, as you want them to know that they are sponsoring YOU and YOUR efforts! And, as many companies offer charitable donation matching programs, make sure to ask your sponsors to check with their employers, as it will help you meet your goal ever more quickly.

 

6. Is the Run only for Runners?

Not at all! The Run is designed as a day of fun and fitness for the whole family. There will be several hundred participants from all over the community and beyond.  The objective of the event is to provide a fun and exciting community gathering while doing an extraordinary chesed on behalf of others.

 

7. Do You Run Alone or as a Team?

Either! Participants can run alone or create their own team. 

 

8. I have never run a race. Will I be able to finish?

Absolutely! Although we will be giving trophies to the fastest runners, many of our participants are first-time runners and some people will even be walking the route while pushing baby carriages. Whether you are a novice, signed up for our 5K run/walk, or a serious athlete, we guarantee you will have an absolute blast. We are also offering other motivational programs to help you train, attain new fitness goals, and build endurance, so you can maximize your performance.  And on the day of the Race, you can take part in pre-race stretches and warm-ups led by our professional fitness staff. Our hope is to inspire you to achieve ultimate “personal wellness” and, at the same time, participate in a family friendly athletic event that will allow you to spend meaningful time together with family and friends while doing a beautiful Mitzva on behalf of others.

 

9. Is there a refund/exchange policy?

Yes. If a donation was made accidentally or for the wrong amount, simply make us aware of the issue and we will be happy to make any necessary refunds, changes or corrections. Race registration fees are not refundable.

 

10. Is parking available?

Yes.  There is plenty of designated parking that we have pre-arranged with the Parks Department at Rockland State Park.  Please allow sufficient time for parking and registration.