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Walking Today in the Footsteps of Yesterday
Continuing his mission, feeding the needy & poor.
In the Footsteps of Reb Shayele is a heartfelt initiative inspired by the legacy of the holy tzaddik, Reb Shayele of Kerestir zt”l. Revered throughout the Jewish world for his boundless generosity, compassion, and legendary hachnasas orchim, his warm home and open heart continue to inspire countless people today.
Every year, thousands travel to his kever seeking yeshuas. But the real question remains:
How do we walk in his footsteps? How do we live the values he embodied?
A group of men who feel deeply connected realized that the most authentic way to honor him is not only by visiting his kever, but by continuing his mission, feeding the needy and poor.
And so, the idea was born—a growing initiative that, with Hashem’s help, will continue to expand into many meaningful activities in his merit, carrying forward the kindness and compassion that defined his life.
This coming March, participants will gather in Kerestir and begin a 10-kilometer marathon walk-starting at the kever of his holy Rebbe, Rav Hershele Liska, and ending at his kever.
This symbolic path reflects more than a physical journey.
It is a commitment to walk in the footsteps of Reb Shayele, to take his legacy and bring it to life through real action, real giving, and real heart.
The Journey:
A 10 KM Walk in His Footsteps
Every step taken represents a meal for someone in need.
Every kilometer walked reflects another family being supported.
Every participant becomes a partner in Reb Shayele’s lifelong mission of kindness.
Become a Walker
Join the journey, walk the 10 km route, and raise funds in honor of Reb Shayele’s legacy. Take real steps-literally-on the path he walked and with the values he lived and embodied.
Support a Walker
Choose one of the participants and sponsor their journey.
Your donation turns their walk into life-changing support for families in need.
Sponsor a walker
“Reb Shayele taught that true kindness is quiet, consistent, and given without expectation. Taking part in this walk felt like a small but meaningful way to carry that lesson forward.”
“I wanted to be part of something that turns inspiration into action. Walking in Reb Shayele’s footsteps means choosing to give, step by step, just as he did every day.”
“Reb Shayele’s life was about opening doors and feeding those who needed it most. Joining this initiative felt like continuing a mission that never truly ended.”
“This walk isn’t about the distance-it’s about intention. Being part of it is my way of honoring a legacy built on kindness, humility, and care for others.”
“What inspired me was the simplicity of the idea: walk, give, and help someone else. That spirit reflects everything Reb Shayele stood for.”
“Reb Shayele showed that real impact comes from showing up for others. Participating in this walk felt like a natural extension of that value.”
“This walk is a reminder that real legacy is built through steady presence and responsibility. Reb Shayele lived that every day.”
“Being part of this walk is about stepping in where help is needed, without fanfare. Reb Shayele showed that true strength lies in quietly carrying others forward.”
“Taking part in this walk is about turning gratitude into action. It’s a small step that reflects a commitment to give back and strengthen the people around us.”
“This walk represents choosing purpose over comfort. It’s about showing that even ordinary steps, taken with heart, can create something lasting.”
״This walk is about experiencing and plugging into the chain of tzadikkim connecting us up to Moshe Rabeinu, and b’ezras Hashem being a link in the chain to bring that shefa into our generation and our communities.״
“This walk is about standing up for something bigger than ourselves – showing up with intention, and letting our actions speak where words fall short.”
“Some journeys are measured in miles. This one is measured in meaning — in the intention behind each step, and in the difference it quietly makes.”
“Life isn’t defined by the moments we’re seen, but by the moments we choose to show up. This walk is simply a reflection of that choice.”
This project is more than an event.
It is a continuation of a legacy.
A living tribute to Reb Shayele’s greatest gift to the world-his kindness.
By walking together, giving together, and helping those in need, we link past to present and keep
Reb Shayele’s spirit alive in the most meaningful way possible.
All funds raised through the Walk-A-Thon go directly to Kimcha DePischa for needy families in Ramat Beit Shemesh. The funds will be distributed via Chasdei Yomtov, the joint project of all the Kupas in RBS that provides food for needy families before Pesach and Sukkos, ensuring that families can celebrate Yom Tov with dignity, warmth, and a full table-exactly the way Reb Shayale would have wanted.
Participants join by committing to raise 10,000 NIS. All expenses are fully covered, including round-trip flights, transportation, accommodation, and food throughout the journey.
Departure: Sunday, March 15, at 19:25
Return: Tuesday, March 17, at 14:15
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