Run for Chesed. Race in the Lowest Place on Earth Leaderboard
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Ari Cutler $15,219.61 raised
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2
Ayelet Goldberg $12,456.00 raised
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3
Steven Teicher $6,451.00 raised
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4
Saul Lejtman $5,449.00 raised
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Adira Baitner $4,033.00 raised
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Boots For Israel $21,623.00 raised
- 2 Katz Yeshiva High School $21,614.00 raised
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Yeshivat Shaalvim $7,506.28 raised
- 4 TenaflySmiles $6,249.00 raised
- 5 HANC $5,817.33 raised
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1 Simon Pelman $10,000.00
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2 Simon Pelman $3,000.00
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3 Anonymous $3,000.00
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4 Anonymous $2,600.00
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5 Simon Pelman $2,000.00
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Recent Activity
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Our Newest Participants
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Wayne Gluckmann $296.00 raised
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Jonathan Friedman $592.00 raised
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Mussie Zalmanov $500.00 raised
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Rivkie Zalmanov $500.00 raised
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Moshe Schreiber $1,000.00 raised
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Serena Carsley-Mann $1,000.20 raised
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Yishaya Sladowsky $486.00 raised
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Shmuel Perton $0.00 raised
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Hunter London $696.00 raised
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Raquel Kirszenbaum $2,084.00 raised
FAQ'S- Your Questions Answered
Do I need to pay a registration fee?
No there is no registration fee but by registering you are aggreeing to meet your fundraising commitment by February 6th 2026 11:59 PM EST. If you raise less than that amount, Just One Chesed will charge the difference to your payment method on file.
What is the distance of the race?
There are 6 different race options:
1) 5km (minimum age: 12 years old)
2) 10km (minimum age: 14 years old)
3) 15km (minimum age: 15 years old)
4) Half Marathon 21.1km (minimum age:15 years old)
5) Full Marathon 42.2km (minimum age: 17 years old)
6) Ultra Marathon 50km (minimum age: 18 years old)
How long do I have to raise the funds?
If you don't raise your fundraising commitment by the end of February 6th, 2026, your card will be charged the remaining balance.
Does Run for Chesed provide marathon training?
Our team trainer, Beatie Deutsch, provides support and videos with tips and strategies for the race.
What does the marathon weekend include? (International Runners)
- Roundtrip airfare to Israel from anywhere in the US
- 2 nights accomodation at the Enjoy Hotel at the Dead Sea
- Inspirational Just One Chesed shabaton
- JOC Chesed Day
- JOC Swag
How much do I have to raise?
International Runners (Groups/Schools)- $4,000
International Runners- $5,000
Runners from Israel (Including Yeshiva and Seminary in Israel):
- $500- Race Swag Bag and JOC Hat and Shirt
- $1,000- Race Swag Bag, 1 Night Hotel Stay (Feb 5), Transportation, Pasta Party, JOC Hat and Hoodie
- $1,800- Race Swag Bag, 2 Night Hotel Stay (5-7 Feb, including JOC Shabbaton at the Dead Sea), Transportation, JOC Hat Hoodie and Shirt
If I'm unable to do the run for an unseeable reason and I have already raised funds what happens?
Unfortunately, we cannot return or roll over any funds. The money would be a donation to Just One Chesed.
I've never fundraised before... Where do I start
We provide resources, tips, and strategies to help you reach your fundraising goal.