2026 LA Big 5K - JOIN Team concern!

Taking place on Saturday, March 7, 2026, at Dodger Stadium, American Friends of the Hebrew University (AFHU) is thrilled to join forces with the Concern Foundation to race in the 2026 LA BIG 5K. Together, we’ll run and walk in support of the Concern Foundation Laboratories at the Lautenberg Center for Immunology and Cancer Research at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem.

We are pleased to share that we will be joined for the day by Hebrew University faculty members Dr. Nir Hirshoren and Dr. Assaf Horesh, offering participants a unique opportunity to engage informally with HU researchers while coming together for a meaningful cause.

Lace up your running shoes and get ready for an uplifting morning as AFHU joins forces with seven other Los Angeles cancer-fighting non-profits, including:
• AYA@USC
• Beauty Bus Foundation
• Cedars-Sinai Wellness, Resilience, and Survivorship Program
• Hope for Henry
• The Kevin Cordasco Foundation: Something Yellow
• The Roy and Patricia Disney Family Cancer Center (DFCC)
• Sharsheret

Why Join The Team?
• A prized slot in the 2026 LA BIG 5K
• Official Team Concern swag
• Expert fundraising support, including a personalized fundraising page and assistance from AFHU staff

Join the Team:
As a proud member of our team, you’ll:
• Make an impact by committing to raise $150 by race day, March 7, 2026, to support groundbreaking cancer research.
• Secure your spot in the race with a preferential registration fee of $45.
• Spread the word about your participation with friends and family and inspire others by sharing your participation through email, social media, and personal conversations.
• Experience the excitement of participating with hundreds of passionate community members united behind a common cause.

Let’s run, jog, or walk our way toward breakthroughs in cancer research—because every step we take together brings us closer to a cure. Don’t miss the chance to raise your heart rate for groundbreaking research!

Steps to Register for Team AFHU/Team Concern:
Secure your spot!
1. Choose Your Race: Join the race by clicking here.
2. Pay the Registration Fee: During checkout, be sure to select an organization in the “Additional Information” section.
3. Access Your Registration Link: Once payment is complete, a message with your registration link will appear, and you’ll also receive an email from Haku with the link (check your spam folder if necessary).
4. Complete the Registration Form: Use the link to fill out the registration form and enter your credit card information again (don’t worry, you will NOT be charged twice for the registration fee or for unmet fundraising goals).

Registering Multiple Runners? Each runner will need to complete their own registration form, even if one payment was made for all participants.

5. Personalize Your Fundraising Page: After registering, you’ll automatically receive a fundraising page. Click “Go to My Fundraising Account” to personalize your page, join your fundraising team, and start sharing.
6. Confirmation and Bib Pick-Up: Once the registration form is submitted, you’ll receive a confirmation email from The McCourt Foundation. As race weekend approaches, look out for another email with a QR code for picking up your race bib at the Expo in March.

Not a runner? You can still support our team’s efforts by donating here. Thank you for your support.

For any questions or more information, please contact Brad at 409.781.4170 or [email protected].