iqraarunning — Thu, 15 Mar 2012 02:12:23 +0000

Run for a brighter Palestine!

Iqraa (Read, in Arabic) is kicking off its fifth running campaign in 2012: it’s a great opportunity to train for a marathon or half-marathon and support the education of Palestinian youth.

We and our certified coaches guarantee the necessary training so that even first-time runners can successfully complete the Baltimore Running Festival half-marathon on October 13 or the Marine Corps Marathon on October 28, 2012. In return, each runner commits to raising funds dedicated to support the education of young Palestinians.

To learn more about this program, whose 80+ runners raised over $90,000 since 2008, please attend our info session at the office of the United Palestinian Appeal (UPA) on:

Thursday, April 5 at 6 PM and Saturday, April 7 at 1 PM

UPA’s office is located at 1330 New Hampshire Ave NW Suite 104. Washington DC. Near the Dupont Circle metro stop. Light refreshments will be provided.

Training begins in May, so don’t delay! To RSVP, please email Kirk at kirkcruachan@yahoo.com so we’ll know to expect you.

iqraarunning — Tue, 06 Sep 2011 00:29:51 +0000

What is Iqraa?

Iqraa is Arabic for “read.” Since 2008, 80+ Iqraa runners of diverse nationalities and backgrounds have raced and raised almost $91,000 for education projects in Palestine. Join us as we build on this success!

Why run with Team Iqraa?

Team Iqraa has 10 guaranteed slots in the October 28, 2012 Marine Corps Marathon and numerous slots in the October 13, 2011 Baltimore Running Festival half-marathon. You also can train with Team Iqraa for any other race or distance.

How does Iqraa support Palestine?

In partnership with United Palestinian Appeal (UPA), a 501(C)3 charity organization, Iqraa raises funds for local schools, orphanages, vocational training centers, and universities in an effort to strengthen the Palestinian educational system. As a runner with Team Iqraa, you commit to raise funds for education by obtaining sponsors (such as members of your family, friends, colleagues, and other contacts).