Join UNRWA USA and co-hosts Abdul Elenani, Ayat Masoud, Esq., Bob Madey, Brad Parker, Cherien Dabis, Dr. Mina Wageh Ebrahem, Essa Masoud, Jenan Matari, Nadia Ben-Youssef, Nadia Ghannam, Nasser Jaber, Ramz Shalbak, Rana Abu-Sbaih, Rania Mustafa, Salah Zalatimo, and Tarek Z. Ismail for the seventh annual NYC Gaza 5K!
The NYC event, now in its seventh year, takes place at the gorgeous Prospect Park in Brooklyn and is your chance to provide life-enhancing mental health support to Palestine refugees in the Gaza Strip.
If you haven't done a Gaza 5K before, you're in for a real treat! This event includes a 5K walk/run, breakfast, coffee, music by DJ Fatin, dabke dancing, fundraising prizes, and more.
The Gaza 5K is your chance to meet and connect with folks who share your solidarity and commitment to the mental wellbeing of refugees. Learn more about Gaza 5K history at gaza5k.org.
Do I have to be vaccinated to participate in person?
Yes, you must be fully vaccinated to attend the in-person event. Please see our COVID-19 guidelines, including vaccination requirements.
Not in NYC or prefer to participate from home? You may also choose the virtual option.the goal of this year’s Gaza 5K?
We aim to raise $350,000 by March 5 to directly employ UNRWA counselors in Gaza. These counselors will provide refugee students with individual and group counseling sessions. The more you raise, the more we can do!
Fundraising is the key to our efforts and impact. Check out these fundraising perks to encourage you to be at the top of your fundraising game.
Registration fees
Prices are inclusive of mandatory charges, items, and fees
5K Closed
5K
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$50.00Feb 1 - Feb 26
Contact information
- Event contact
- Rich Re
- Phone
- 6462442550
- Website
- Visit website
