Plainview based running club raises funds for senior center

The GLIRC was founded by Michael Polansky in the 1980s as a way for runners to get together and participate in a fun recreational and healthy activity.

The group has several thousand members in its ranks, spanning Nassau Suffolk and Queens Counties.

Epstein said that the Running Club holds multiple events throughout the year, including marathon and 5K distance races as well as a biathlon event which features running, biking and swimming competitions.

“Since we are a nonprofit, the proceeds that we earn go to things like our office-expenses and to our employees, but anything that’s left over is given back to local organizations in our communities.”

She said that the club chose the Life Enrichment Center because “of their dedication and support to the senior citizens in the Oyster Bay community.”

The Running Club was honored by the Town of Oyster Bay at their February 7 town board meeting.

Judy Palumbo, executive director of the Life Enrichment Center was on-hand to accept the $2,500 donation from GLIRC’s Tracey Epstein.

Joe Saladino, Town of Oyster Bay supervisor, commended the running club for their contribution as well as the Life Enrichment Center for their work with seniors in the community.

“We commend them for the wonderful service they provide our community and also thank the Greater Long Island Running Club for the important role they play in our community keeping people healthy and engaged,” said Saladino.