Marathon Effort Raises Money for The Chapel School Scholarship Fund

Marathon Effort Raises Money for The Chapel School Scholarship Fund

Bronxville, NY- On Sunday, November 1, 2015, five members of Village Lutheran Church and The Chapel School community ran the TCS New York City Marathon on behalf of scholarships for the Chapel School students.

The Team Coach and Senior Pastor of the Church and School, Rev. Dr. Robert Hartwell, helped form the charity run several years ago. Runners are given a goal of raising at least $3,000. According the Development Office Program Manager, Kim Zwisdak, “All money raised by the team members goes to help support scholarship assistance for deserving students that otherwise may not be able to attend the Chapel School.” The private, Christian day school has received gifts totaling over $15,000. “It is truly inspiring to see the dedication and perseverance of our team members.” The team would check in periodically before the marathon and share words of encouragement and training tips. “Aside from committing to raise $3,000 for The Chapel School Scholarship Fund, each runner had to train physically and mentally to run the 26.2 mile long course. We are so thankful for our Team Chapel runners and their supporters.” Team Chapel’s runners for 2015 included: Chris Gleason, Laurie Meehan, Scott Geminn, Ron Drews, and Stephanie Raubenheimer. When commenting about the race, Chris said, “Amazing support from family and friends yesterday! Their energy paired with the hundreds of thousands of other New Yorkers made this an incredible experience! Although a humbling experience in many ways too.”

Principal of the school, James Dhyne, shared his thankfulness for the gifts received. “Gifts continue to be recorded. Team Chapel did a fantastic job and the money raised will go a long way in meeting the needs of our deserving students.” Donations are still being accepted. For more information on Team Chapel, contact the Chapel School at 914-337-3202 or on-line at http://TeamChapel.com. The Chapel School is a preschool 3 to Grade 8 School located at 172 White Plains Road (across the street from Concordia College New York) and boasts one of the first and longest running preschool programs in New York State.

The Chapel School is located at172 White Plains Road in Bronxville, New York. For more information about the Chapel School and its programs, please call 914-337-3202 or visit the website at www.thechapelschool.org