Josh Rozenberg

Sharsheret is an organization that I believe is has a vital role in the community where I am from (5 Towns), where my wife is from (Upper West Side), and currently where we live (Washington Heights). As someone who knows many people that have or are going through cancer, the importance of having support, I believe is one of the keys to recovery and sustainability. Dealing with cancer is difficult and treatments can even cause more pain. Being part of the close Jewish community where the belief is to support all those that need, Sharsheret answers the calling. However, as known as Sharsheret is, it is vital to have their name and message sent to all those that do not know of  it and those that have heard of it to gain a better understanding of what an unbelievable institution it is. By racing for Sharsheret, I hope to spread the message of Sharsheret by promoting, not myself, but the organization I plan to represent on November 6th.

Recently, I have tried to get in shape to be healthy, for myself and more importantly my family. When the doctor told me that I needed to get in shape I took on training with a friend who is also planning on running the Marathon. Through my training so far, I realized that I am not doing this marathon for myself but for others who depend on me. With that thought, I felt it would be appropriate to ask Sharsheret if I can join their marathon team this year as everything they do is for other people. People depend on them for support and in turn I felt this is the right organization for which to run the ING NYC Marathon.

Please support me in my efforts as I train and fundraise as part of Team Sharsheret.