Run FIT

Why Do This?

"Don't Just Stand For Israel, RUN FOR IT!"

That is the motto for Run FIT, Inc (Run For Israel Together). That is a charity started for the purpose of helping families in Israel who have lost loved ones in acts of terror. Our chief method of raising funds for that purpose is through running events. We believe that running is a great method of fundraising as it allows the individual to push their bodies to the physical limits to help those who face new challenges all the time. We realize that money is not a cure for someone who loses a family member, but we are going to use it as a bridge to allow them to get back on their feet.

Charlie has organized this solo event as a way of raising funds for Run FIT and bring international attention to the needs of the people that Run FIT was organized to help. He is only the second person ever to run this type of event in this span of time - and he is the first American to do it. This will be a huge undertaking, logistically intense, and physically punishing event for Charlie. Running a marathon is a task that normally has the participants resting from running for at least 7 days. Flying across the Atlantic in economy is an exhausting task as well. Combine the two and increase it by a factor of 6 and you are getting an idea of the size of the event that Charlie is running. He has run many marathons and ultra-marathons, yet this will be the most difficult yet. Please follow him and consider contributing to Run FIT to help us in our purpose.

 

Frequently asked questions

What is Run FIT, Inc and how do I know my funds will be used for the stated purposes?

Run FIT, Inc is a registered non-profit in the state of New York that was founded this year to establish a method of raising funds for the families in Israel who have lost loved ones to acts of terror. We have a board of directors that are locally based (Rochester, NY) who's interests are aligned with the purposes of our organization. Some of these directors are also runners who will be running other events as fundraisers.

How are these recipients of the funds chosen?

We have a policy established that will direct the order in which we determine the order of recipients. After receiving all of the information about the person, the incident that claimed the life (as well as other parameters), we will then make our determinations. Our desire is to help everyone, but we understand that we have to work within the confines of the funds at our disposal.

Will all of this take place from Rochester, NY?

No. Our home will be here and we will operate from the US from Rochester, but we are currently working on registering this charity in Israel as well. We will be better able to meet the ongoing needs of the people we seek to help having a location established in Jerusalem, as well as being able to make a presence for Run FIT in Israel.

Are all of these marathons sanctioned events? Will other people be running these as well?

These are not sanctioned marathons given the unusual time that some of these runs will occur. Charlie will be running these events solo, but will be eager to have other runners join him - even if it is just for a couple of miles!

How do I know that Charlie is actually covering the 26.2 miles?

All of the marathon distances will be calculated and determined based on GPS. Charlie will be wearing a GPS that will calculate the route, time, pace, and distance of each run. After the conclusion of the event, these figures will be uploaded to show this information. In addition to that information, Charlie will also be wearing a heart-rate monitor to ensure that there is no chance that he is simply driving around the city with GPS in hand :)

I want to run with Charlie. How do I find out where he is and will be running?

You can send him an e-mail here that he will receive constantly (except while in the air). He will do his best to get back to you and inform you of where you can join him.

I would like to run an event to raise money for Run FIT, Inc but I am not willing to do something like this! What can I do?

Charlie realizes that not everyone has the time (or desire!) to do a similar event! We welcome anyone who would like to run a race on behalf of Run FIT, Inc. Whether it is a 5k, a marathon, or something longer, we would love to work with you to make sure that you enjoy yourself as you help us help others. You can contact us (on the contact page) with the information of the event and we will get you materials to help you in your fundraising efforts.